University of Technology, Jamaica
Excellence Through Knowledge

COURSE OF STUDY SUMMARY

The Post-Baccalaureate Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D) is taught post-graduate degree designed for highly motivated pharmacists who hold an accredited bachelor’s degree in pharmacy and desire to advance their educational and professional career. The course of study will focus primarily on the therapeutic management of conditions associated with the human biological systems along with elective modules that are unique to the Caribbean region. As a post-baccalaureate degree, the advanced content of the UTech Pharm.D. course of study complements practice experience and fosters a higher level of competence and autonomy.  The programme will include extensive clinical training that will enable graduates to develop advanced analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to translate theoretical knowledge into clinical applications.

COURSE OF STUDY DESIGN

The Pharm. D course of study is organized according to the human body systems and requires candidates to earn 78 modular credits on a part-time basis over a period of three calendar years. The course of study is designed to incorporate taught modules, practical modules, clinical clerkship and a research project. The course of study will place heavy emphasis on the therapeutic management of conditions associated with the following systems;

• Digestive system
• Neurological-Psychiatric Systems
• Structural / Protective Systems
• Circulatory System
• Cardiac System
• Respiratory System
• Renal System
• Endocrine System

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

(a)               Applicants should be registered practicing pharmacists  
                    with a Bachelor in Pharmacy (B. Pharm.) or equivalent  
                    from an accredited institution.

(b)               Applicants should have a minimum of a Second Class
                    Honours degree. Applicants with a Pass degree would be
                    required to complete qualifying modules (as determined
                    by the University).

(c)                Applicants should have at least one year experience as a
                    practicing pharmacist.