Degree type:
Bachelor
Bachelor of Science
School of health sciences
Program Description:

The Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Technology (B.Sc. PT) is a four year degree that prepares graduates to license as a Pharmacy Technician. The B.Sc. PT program is founded on the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) Professional Competencies for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians and the World Health Organization Global Standards for Pharmaceuticals Guidelines. An integration of classroom theory, laboratory skills, and practice experiences prepare graduates to dispense medications, prepare sterile and non-sterile compounds, bill third party insurers, and maintain inventories of medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Graduates have additional skill in drug reconciliation and medication safety, quality assurance, health informatics, automation and robotics that prepare them for entry-level positions in hospitals, primary health care facilities, clinics, community pharmacies, and industry.

Program Duration:

Four Years

Admission Requirements:

1. High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, plus one final year Mathematics, and successful completion of final year of two science courses (Biology and Chemistry) with a minimum grade of 60%.

 

1. The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Directorate;

OR

2. A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0;

OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Year in Health Sciences.

 

1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test;

OR

2. A valid SAT Report Form with a minimum score of 480;

OR

3. Successful completion of Foundation Year in Health Sciences.

1. Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and admission priority category.

  1. Documented proof of completed immunizations and diagnostic tests as identified in the Student Immunization Form.
  2. Documented proof of current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers Level 3 certification at the time of enrolment or within one month of commencement of the program.
  3. Students are responsible to maintain current immunizations and BLS certification throughout the duration of the program. These requirements may change during the program as determined by the Qatar Ministry of Public Health and clinical partners hosting student placements.
  4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as uniforms and lab coats are needed for labs and clinical practicums.
  5. It is the student’s responsibility to arrange transportation to and from clinical practicum sites.
  6. Additional program costs may include textbooks and a mobile phone which supports access to specialized applications.

Program Educational Objectives:

Program Educational Objectives describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies a graduate can demonstrate within 2-3 years of graduation. 
Within a few years of graduation from the Bachelor of Pharmacy Technology (B.Sc. PT) program, graduates will be able to:

PEO01. Promote pharmaceutical guidance in patient centered care

PE002. Optimize methods and techniques to enhance product preparation, drug dispensing and distribution

PEO03. Extend operational skills related to drug design, discovery and development by delivering synthetic analysis and formulation

PEO04. Perform responsibility in accordance with the industrial guidelines; demonstrate ethical practice and professionalism

PEO05. Function effectively as a team leader, mentoring and coaching junior associates, and assisting employees with their career development and implanting the full life cycle of performance management

PEO06. Take part in professional development to advance knowledge and competence within the pharmacy technology profession to enhance personal career progression

Student Learning Outcomes:

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies a graduate can demonstrate immediately upon graduation.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Pharmacy Technology (B.Sc. PT) program, graduates will be prepared to:

SLO01. Utilize problem solving and decision-making skills to understand and meet stakeholders need

SLO02. Process prescriptions and prepare pharmaceutical products in compliance with current legislation and established standards

SLO03. Demonstrate appropriate written, verbal and non- verbal communication in interacting with patient, health care professionals and coworkers either in a clinical or industrial setup

SLO04. Utilize drug distribution system including preparation of emergency drug box, cardiac tray, anesthetic tray, crash cart, night cupboard and operating room drugs

SLO05. Apply pharmaceutical fundamental knowledge in scientific disciplines related to drug manufacturing, formulation, discovery and development

SLO06. Act in a manner that promotes professionalism, ethical behavior, accountability, global awareness, and social responsibility

To see the 2022-2023 Study Plan pages, please CLICK HERE!

2023-2024 Study Plan:

COURSE NUMBER

 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    Pre-Req Co-Req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 1

BIOL1110

Anatomy & Physiology I

 - - 4 3 3
CHEM1030

Health Sciences Chemistry 

 - CHEM1031 3 3 0
CHEM1031

Health Sciences Chemistry (Lab)

 - CHEM1030 1 0 3
COMM1010

English Communication I

 - - 3 3 0
HSPT1301

Pharmacy Regulations & Professionalism

 - - 3 3

0
HSPT1101

Pharmacy Calculations I

 - - 3 3 0
Semester 1 Total: 17 15 6
SEMESTER 2
BIOL1210 Anatomy & Physiology II BIOL1110 - 4 3 3
COMM1020 English Communication II COMM1010 - 3 3 0
HSPT1201 Pharmacy Computer Systems - - 3 2 3
HSPT2104 Medical Safety, Quality & Drug Reconciliation - - 3 3 0
HSPT1201 Pharmacy Calculations II HSPT1101 - 3 3 0
Semester 2 Total: 16 14 6
SEMESTER 3
BIOL1310 Introduction to Pathophysiology BIOL1210 - 3 3 0
HSPT1203 Pharmacy Management & Inventory Control - - 3 3 0
RSST1001 Qualitative Designs & Analyses - - 3 3 0
Semester 3 Total: 9 9 0
YEAR 1 TOTAL: 42 38 12

 

COURSE NUMBER

 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    Pre-Req Co-Req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 4
HSPT2101

Prescription Processing

 HSPT1201 HSPT1202 - 4 2 4
HSPT2102

Pharmacology I

BIOL1210 BIOL1310

 - 5 5 0
HSPT2103

Community Pharmacy Practice

 BIOL1310 - 4 3 3
MATH2002

Quantitative Designs & Statistics

 - - 3 3

1
Semester 4 Total: 16 13 8
SEMESTER 5
HSPT2201 Hospital Pharmacy Practice HSPT1201 HSPT1202 - 3 2 3
HSPT2202 Aseptic Technique HSPT1201 HSPT1202 - 4 2 6
HSPT2203 Pharmacology II HSPT2102 - 5 5 0
HSPT2204 Nonsterile Compounding HSPT1201 HSPT1202 - 3 2 3
HSHG2080 Ethics in Health Care - - 3 3 0
Semester 5 Total: 18 14 12
SEMESTER 6
HSPT2300 Clinical Work Term HSPT2201 HSPT2202 HSPT2203 HSPT2204 - 6 360 Total HRs
Semester 6 Total: 6 0 0
YEAR 2 TOTAL: 40 27 20

COURSE NUMBER

 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    Pre-Req Co-Req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 7
HSPT2100

Organic Chemistry for Healthcare

CHEM1030 CHEM1031

 - 4 3 2
HSPT3101

Pharmacy Informatics

 HSPT2300 - 3 2 3
BIOL2010

Microbiology

 - BIOL2011 3 3 0
BIOL2011

Microbiology (Lab)

 - BIOL2010 1 0 3
SSHA1002

Introduction to Sociology

 - - 3 3 0
Semester 7 Total: 14

11

 8
SEMESTER 8
HSPT3201  Pharmaceutical Process Technology HSPT2300 - 3 3 0
HSPT3202 Pharmacognosy HSPT2100 HSPT2203 - 3 3 0
HSPT3203 Pharmaceutical Analysis HSPT2100 HSPT2300 HSPT3204 4 3 3
HSPT3204 Biochemistry for Healthcare HSPT2100 - 3 3 0
Semester 8 Total: 13 12 3
SEMESTER 9
SSHA1003 Introductory Psychology - - 3 3 0
GARC1001 Qatar History & Society - - 3 3 0
Semester 9 Total: 6 6 0
YEAR 3 TOTAL: 33 29 11

COURSE NUMBER

 COURSE TITLE REQUISITE HOURS/WEEK
    Pre-Req Co-Req CR LEC LAB
SEMESTER 10
HSPT4101

Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics

 HSPT2203 HSPT3204 - 3 3 0
HSPT4102 Drug Discovery & Development HSPT3202 HSPT3204 - 3 3 0
HSPT4103

Vaccine Development

 HSPT3204 - 3 3 0
HSPT4104

Good Manufacturing Practice

HSPT3201 HSPT3203

 - 3 3 0
HSPT4105 Regulatory Affairs & Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence HSPT2300 - 3 3 0
Semester 10 Total: 15 15 0
SEMESTER 11
HSPT4200 Pharmacy Technology Work Term Min 130 Credits - 8 0 0
Semester 11 Total: 8 0 0
YEAR 4 TOTAL: 23 15 0
B.Sc. PT PROGRAM TOTAL: 138 109 43

Graduate Future Pathways:

Graduates of the Pharmacy Technology (B.Sc. PT) program are equipped to pursue further specialization in their field or graduate-level research.

Graduate Career Opportunities:

Pharmacy Technologists play an important role in supporting the provision of safe and effective medication therapy. The Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Technology program will provide graduates with a wide range of career opportunities in clinical and industrial pharmacy settings.

  • Hospital Pharmacy Technologist
  • Pharmaceutical Technologist
  • Insurance Company Pharmacy Technologist
  • Private Clinical Pharmaceutical Technologist
  • Industrial Pharmacy Technologist
  • Community Education – Pharmacy Technologist Educator
  • Community Pharmacy Technologist
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher
  • Clinical Pharmacy Technologist

 

Program Contact:

Dr. Shahriar Siddiq
Department Head, Pharmacy
Email
shahriar.siddiq@udst.edu.qa
Phone
+974-4495-2384

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