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Browse Programs Admission InformationThe Doctor of Pharmacy program at the University of Laghouat provides multidisciplinary training in fundamental sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, and biological sciences. It aims to graduate pharmacists skilled in handling therapeutic substances—from manufacturing to clinical use, including quality control. Graduates are qualified to work in community pharmacies, hospitals, medical laboratories, and the pharmaceutical industry. The program also offers specializations in medical labs, herbal medicine, and scientific research to enhance regional healthcare resources. Career opportunities span public and private sectors, including pharmacies, hospital laboratories, blood transfusion centers, and pharmaceutical companies. Graduates may pursue further specialization through residency programs or engage in scientific research and academic teaching. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge and practical training to meet national healthcare needs.
Year 1:
The first year establishes scientific foundations with courses in biomathematics, computer science and biostatistics, along with general and organic pharmaceutical chemistry. Students study pharmaceutical physics, cell and plant biology, complemented by language courses (French and English). The program includes descriptive functional anatomy and introduces pharmacy history and galenics, as well as physiology.
Year 2:
The second year deepens knowledge with physiopathology and inorganic pharmaceutical chemistry. Courses cover fundamental analytical chemistry, biophysics and pharmaceutical botany. Genetics and structural, metabolic and molecular biochemistry are taught, along with general culture reinforcement (French and English).
Year 3:
The third year marks the beginning of specialization with pharmacognosy and galenic pharmacy. Students study therapeutic and analytical chemistry, as well as general pharmacology. Medical semiology is introduced to prepare for clinical aspects of the profession.
Year 4:
The focus shifts to applied medical sciences: medical microbiology, hemobiology and blood transfusion. The program includes immunology, parasitology-mycology and medical biochemistry, preparing students for diagnostic and therapeutic aspects.
Year 5:
The fifth year covers specialized fields like toxicology and hydro-bromatology. Students learn about industrial, clinical and hospital pharmacy, along with pharmaceutical management. Courses in epidemiology, research methodology and pharmaceutical law complete the training.
Year 6:
The final year is dedicated to practical internships in community pharmacies, hospitals and pharmaceutical industry. Students prepare and defend a practice thesis before a jury. Successful completion leads to the Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
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Please refer to the annual notice regarding preliminary registrations and guidance for baccalaureate holders issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
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