Tbilisi, Georgia
DURATION
8 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
BS in Pharmacy
The aim of the program is to give a student the knowledge relevant to the modern challenges and requirements in the pharmaceutical industry, to develop practical skills that will be useful for employment in the field. The program is industry-oriented and allows the student to thoroughly study the 4 main directions of pharmacy: pharmaceutical manufacturing, pharmaceutical business management, clinical pharmacology, standards and regulations in the pharmaceutical industry.
The uniqueness of the program lies in the fact that the student is deeply acquainted with both the medical and molecular aspects, as well as pharmaceutical chemistry, the production process, all the standards in production and industry, taking into account the principles of integrative teaching. At the same time, a great deal of time is devoted to the study of the business process as an integral part of the pharmaceutical industry.
As a result, upon completion of the program, the student will have a thorough knowledge and integrative vision which increases his/her competitiveness in the local and international market.
Admissions
Curriculum
General Competence (GC)
- Body Systems (Anatomy, Physiology)
- Academic Writing
- Research Methods
- Introduction to Philosophy
- History of World Civilization
- Critical Thinking and Logic
- Introduction to Law
- Presenting for Success
- Calculus
- Introduction to Statistics
- World Culture
- Communication and Negotiation
- Game Theory
Basics of medicine (BM)
- Modules & Components
- Body Systems (Anatomy, Physiology)
- Life Sciences (Cell and Molecular Biology,
- Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology)
- Pathophysiology
- Communication Skills in Medicine
- Medical Law and Ethics
- Health Promotion and Wellness
- Medical Psychology
- Pain Management
- Occupational Diseases
- Evidence Based Medicine
- Health Management
- Clinical Skills
- Nutrition
Pharmacy (PHARM)
- Modules & Components
- Immunity and Microbial World for Pharmacists
- Medicinal chemistry, Pharmacognosy & Pharmacogenomics
- Diseases and Treatment (Pathophysiologic Basis of Drug Therapy)
- Clinical Pharmacy and Drug Metabolism
- Drug Discovery & Development
- Biotechnology & Manufacturing
- Clinical Trials in Pharmaceutical Medicine
- Drug Regulation and Standards in Pharmaceutical Practice
- Practical Pharmaceutics
- Pharmaceutical Market
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Legal Aspects in Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Management
- Research Project
- Extracellular Matrix and Stromal Immunology
- Enzymes, Enzymes inhibition and drug discovery
- Mitochondria: Biophysics and Pharmacology
- Therapeutic Angiogenesis
Program Outcome
Credits: 240
Knowledge and Understanding
- Knowledge of relevant principles, concept and ideas of the basic sciences to evaluate, understand and apply the scientific approaches relevant for pharmaceutical settings and industry;
- Knowledge of relevant principles, concept and ideas of the basic sciences to solve therapeutic problems;
- Knowledge of main groups of medicines and principles of their prescription relevant to pathological conditions and diseases;
- Understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of Pharmacy advance population health and patient-centred care;
- Knowledge of ethical and legal principles applicable to pharmaceutical settings and industry;
- Understand and implement relevant safeguarding procedures, including local and national guidance in relation to each person.
- Knowledge of production process, all the standards in production and industry.
Skills
- demonstrate empathy and keep the person at the centre of their approach to care at all times
- Work in partnership with people to support and empower them in shared decision-making about their health and wellbeing
- Demonstrate effective communication at all times and adapt their approach and communication style to meet the needs of the person
- Proactively support people to make safe and effective use of their medicines and devices
- Obtain informed consent before providing care and pharmacy services
- Assess and respond to the person’s particular health risks, taking account of individuals’ protected characteristics and background
- Take into consideration factors that affect people’s behaviours in relation to health and wellbeing
- Take an all-inclusive approach to ensure the most appropriate course of action based on clinical, legal and professional considerations
- Take responsibility for all aspects of health and safety and take actions when necessary.