Gulf Medical University

Ajman, AE

admissions@gmu.ac.ae +971 6 7431333P.O.Box: 4184 – Ajman, United Arab Emirates.

Postgraduate PharmD

College of Pharmacy

Master

Overview

Doctor of Pharmacy (Post-Bachelor) is master's degree advancing a pharmacist to be a clinical pharmacist specializing in a student-selected clinical area of focus. Award of 'Dr.' prefix in front of the name, only two years after bachelor's program in pharmacy, highlights the GMU Doctor of Pharmacy (Post-Bachelor) Program.

Typical Job Titles

Specialized Clinical Pharmacists in Hospitals/Clinics
Pharmacy Administrators
Clinical staff at Pharmaceutical Industries
Teaching Staff and specialty Preceptor
Clinical Consultants at Ministry of Health
Research Staff at Clinical Organizations
Pharmacy benefit managers
Pharmacotherapy specialists
Ministry officials in healthcare administration

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Program Details

Degree level: Master
College: College of Pharmacy

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Apply advanced clinical knowledge of evidence-based pharmacotherapy to patient care and the management of complex health system functions.
Optimize advanced person-centered clinical pharmacy care by integrating principles of problem-solving, patient advocacy, ethical decision-making, and patient empowerment.

Implement culturally responsive health education, health promotion, disease prevention, and medication safety strategies tailored to clients' literacy levels and overcoming health system barriers.

Demonstrate advanced clinical communication and interprofessional collaboration skills to provide effective care, including in complex situations.

Exhibit advanced leadership, management, and innovation skills by strategically optimizing healthcare resources, leveraging digital technologies, and enhancing safe, efficient, and sustainable medication-use systems.

Engage in scholarly activities that address complex clinical and health system challenges.

Demonstrate ethical conduct, professional responsibility, regulatory compliance, and integrity in clinical pharmacy practice.

Engage in deep self-reflection and self-directed learning to foster professional growth, adaptability, and meaningful contributions to healthcare.

Academic Requirements4

1Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited University in the UAE or equivalent one from outside the UAE.
2Distinct undergraduate performance of cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 on a 4-point scale, or equivalent grade ('B').
3The English language requirement will be waived for students who have completed their undergraduate degree in the English language.
4Students coming from non-English language institutions must meet a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent TOEFL Score of 79 on the iBT or 550 PBT web-based test or higher).

Program Requirements4

1Completion of 71 credits.
2A minimum CGPA of 3.0.
3A minimum pass mark of 70% (Grade C) for each course. A pass in Rotations.
4A minimum attendance of 80% with each didactic courses and 100% attendance in rotations.

Required Documents19

All of these are required to apply.

1Attested High School Transcript of Grades 10 or 11, & 12 covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & English.
2Equivalency Certificate from the Ministry of Education, UAE for international curriculum
3Passport copy (Applicant and Parent)
4Emirates ID Card (if UAE Resident)
5English Language Proficiency Score (English High school marks/IELTS/TOEFL, etc.)
6One Passport Photograph with white background
7All UAE Nationals shall submit a copy of UAE nationality ID (Khulasat Al-Kayd) and family Book/card with identification number
8Good Conduct Certificate from school
9Medical Fitness Certificate from Thumbay Hospital
10Medical Insurance certificate (for UAE residents)
11Recognized baccalaureate degree and transcripts attested from the Ministry of Education, UAE
12Certificate of Recognition from MOE, UAE for international bachelor’s degree
13Passport copy and Emirates ID Card (if UAE Resident- Family book)
14Valid English Proficiency Score sheet or evidence of undergraduate degree medium of instruction
15Passport-size Photograph
16Curriculum vitae
172 Recommendation letters
18Statement of Purpose
19Relevant academic or professional experience certificates if any