PharmD Program (6 Years)

  • Total # of Credit hours
    214

Program Overview

Overview

The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of roles within the pharmacy profession, including clinical practice, research, and healthcare leadership. The program consists of 214 credit hours over 6 years. It is structured to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the pharmacy field.

 

Total Credit Hours

  • 214 Credit Hours

Duration

  • 6 Years

Career Pathways

  • Hospital and clinical pharmacy
  • Pharmacy management
  • Pharmacovigilance centers
  • Regulatory affairs
  • Community pharmacy practice
  • Pharmaceutical industry including Marketing and sales
  • Drug information centers
  • Academia and research

Why PharmD at Ajman University?

  • Clinically focused curriculum aligned with international standards
  • Provides extensive training in high quality clinical institution
  • Strong emphasis on patient-centered care and clinical decision-making
  • Highly qualified faculty with academic and clinical expertise
  • State-of-the-art laboratories and simulation facilities

Admission requirements:

  • High school certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent), 70% Elite Track/75% Advanced Track (UAE curriculum or equivalent) with a strong background in science (biology/chemistry/mathematics).
  • Credential equivalency (UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research)
  • English proficiency (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent)
  • Personal interview

Structure:

  • Years 1–4: 144 credit hours covering foundational sciences, core pharmacy subjects, and introductory pharmacy practice experiences (IPPE).
  • Year 5: 30 credit hours of didactic coursework.
  • Year 6: 40 credit hours of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE), including 7 core practice experiences and 1 elective rotation.

Academic Progression and Graduation Requirements:

  • Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA (cGPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale during Years 1–4.
  • Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA (cGPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale during Years 5–6.
  • Successful completion of all required didactic courses, IPPE, and APPE rotations is mandatory for graduation.

 

Program Learning Outcomes

6 Years PharmD program Learning Outcomes

Program Structure and Credit Hours

6 Years PharmD Program Structure