Doctor of Pharmacy

Program Overview

Pharmacy Student Curriculum

The pharmacy student curriculum provides a theoretical foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, applied to health and healthcare products (medications, medical devices, etc.). It covers key disciplines such as:

Chemistry
Physiology (the study of organ and tissue functions and properties)
Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Technology (Galenics) (drug formulation and dosage forms)
Biodiversity and natural product research

Students are also trained in pharmaceutical legislation, communication, and English, while progressively shaping their career orientation project. Elective courses offer opportunities to broaden their knowledge or explore specialized professional pathways.

At Salah Boubnider University – Constantine 3, pharmacy studies span six academic years, culminating in the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.

Teaching Language : french

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

Core Courses in the Pharmacy Curriculum

📌 First & Second Year (Fundamental Sciences)

During this phase, students acquire essential scientific foundations for advanced pharmaceutical subjects, including:

General and Organic Chemistry
Biochemistry
Physiology
Microbiology
Cell Biology

📌 Third Year (Introduction to Pharmaceutical Sciences)

This year introduces students to specialized pharmaceutical disciplines, such as:

Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Technology (Galenics)
Toxicology

📌 Fourth Year (Pharmaceutical and Clinical Applications)

Students apply their knowledge in clinical and industrial settings, with courses such as:

Clinical and Hospital Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Industry & Drug Manufacturing
Regulatory Affairs & Pharmacovigilance

📌 Fifth Year (Advanced Pharmaceutical Training)

This year deepens students' expertise in:

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Advanced Pharmacokinetics
Biopharmacy & Biotechnology

📌 Sixth Year (Specialization & Practical Training)

The final year focuses on professional immersion and specialization, including:

Mandatory Practical Internship (Pharmacy Internship – Internat en Pharmacie)
Research & Final Thesis (Mémoire de fin d’études)

This structured curriculum ensures a comprehensive education, preparing future pharmacists for diverse career paths in healthcare, industry, research, and public health.

Advanced Topics

🎓 Career Opportunities for Pharmacists

After obtaining their degree, pharmacists can pursue careers in various fields, including:

✅ Community Pharmacies (Retail Pharmacy)

✅ Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities (Clinical & Hospital Pharmacy)

✅ Pharmaceutical Industry (Drug Development, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs)

✅ Medical Analysis Laboratories (Clinical Biology & Diagnostics)

✅ Scientific Research & University Teaching (Academic & Laboratory Research)

This diverse range of career paths allows pharmacists to contribute to public health, medical innovation, and pharmaceutical sciences.

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Admissions Information

University Enrollment for New Baccalaureate Holders

Enrollment at the university is open to:

🔹 Algerian students holding an Algerian Baccalaureate or a foreign diploma recognized as equivalent to the Algerian Baccalaureate (*).

🔹 Foreign students holding:

An equivalence certificate with the Algerian Baccalaureate (*)
An authorization/orientation letter issued by the Department of Cooperation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research

**(*) Equivalence with the Algerian Baccalaureate**

This document is issued by the Higher Education Training Directorate of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MESRS).

Applicants must register on the official ministry website (www.mesrs.dz) before visiting the MESRS offices, bringing the required documents.

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