PHARMCEUTICAL CHEMISTRY (First year master)

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Program Overview

The first-year curriculum of the Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry aims to provide students with in-depth training in key areas related to the design, analysis, and development of drug substances. It includes advanced courses in organic chemistry, analytical chemistry (notably NMR, IR, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry), medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutical biochemistry, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. Students learn to design bioactive molecules, understand their interaction with biological targets, and master the processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME).

The program also integrates modules in scientific research methodology and scientific English to prepare students for academic writing and scientific communication. The teaching approach combines theoretical courses, tutorials, laboratory practicals, and research projects. This first year prepares students to enter the second year of the Master’s program, pursue doctoral studies, or join the pharmaceutical sector, research and quality control laboratories, or higher education.

Teaching Language : french

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

The Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is built upon a solid foundation of core courses that equip students with essential knowledge in pharmaceutical and chemical sciences. These courses include:

  • Advanced Organic Chemistry: Reaction mechanisms, functional group reactivity, and synthesis of pharmaceutically relevant compounds.
  • General and Specialized Pharmacology: Drug action principles, therapeutic targets, and side effect profiles.
  • Quantum Chemistry and Molecular Modeling: Theoretical foundations for understanding molecular interactions and behavior.
  • Physicochemical Analysis: Spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrochemical techniques applied to the analysis of active substances.
  • Laboratory Organic Synthesis: Practical execution of chemical reactions, purification, and compound characterization.
  • Pharmacognosy: Study of natural substances of plant origin with therapeutic potential.
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Drug design, mechanisms of action, and structure optimization of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
  • Pharmaceutical Technology: Fundamentals of drug formulation, manufacturing processes, and quality control of dosage forms.


Advanced Topics

Throughout the program, students explore advanced subjects such as:

  • Design and synthesis of bioactive molecules
  • Mechanisms of drug-receptor interactions
  • Structure-activity relationships (SAR)
  • Development of novel drug delivery systems
  • Analytical techniques for impurity profiling and trace analysis
  • Extraction and characterization of natural products from medicinal plants
  • These topics aim to prepare graduates for cutting-edge research and innovation in pharmaceutical R&D, regulatory sciences, and industrial formulation.

 

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Admissions Information

Admission to the Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is open to students who have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Candidates must demonstrate solid academic performance in organic chemistry, pharmacology, and analytical sciences. Admission may also include an interview and/or evaluation by a selection committee based on academic transcripts and motivation.

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