The Faculty of Pharmacy at Nile Valley University is a beacon of excellence in pharmaceutical education and research. Our faculty is committed to nurturing the next generation of pharmacy professionals by providing an academic environment that promotes innovation, ethical practice, and scientific rigor. Our vision aligns with the university’s mission to foster a global standard of education, where quality, integrity, and a passion for lifelong learning are at the core of everything we do. At the Faculty of Pharmacy, we are proud to offer a dynamic curriculum that integrates cutting-edge practical application, ensuring our students are well-equipped to meet the demands of the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Our highly qualified faculty members are not only educators but also mentors and leaders in their fields, dedicated to guiding students through both academic challenges and professional growth. Our state-of-the-art laboratories and modern teaching facilities are designed to provide our students with hands-on experience, allowing them to bridge the gap between theory and practice. We believe in a holistic approach to education, one that balances technical expertise with a deep understanding of the ethical and social responsibilities inherent in the pharmaceutical profession. We also emphasize the importance of scientific research and its role in advancing healthcare. Our faculty members and students are actively engaged in groundbreaking research that addresses some of the most pressing challenges in pharmacy and healthcare today. We encourage our students to participate in national and international conferences, fostering a culture of inquiry and collaboration that extends beyond the classroom. In recent years, the healthcare sector has witnessed significant advancements, and the role of the pharmacist has expanded accordingly. Our graduates are not only prepared for traditional roles in community and hospital pharmacies but are also equipped to take on leadership positions in pharmaceutical research, industry, and healthcare policy. We are proud to contribute to the development of professionals who will shape the future of healthcare in Egypt and beyond. As the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, I am honored to lead this vibrant academic community. I invite you to explore the opportunities that await you here at Nile Valley University, where we are committed to excellence in education, research, and service to society. Thank you for being part of our journey.
Professor Dina Tawfik El-Sherbiny
Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Nile Valley University
Achieving leadership and excellence in pharmaceutical education, scientific research and community service at the local and regional levels and graduating a capable scientific cadre built on solid pharmaceutical scientific foundations capable of analyzing and deducing medical laboratory results correctly in the field of pharmaceutical sciences through high-quality study and research.
The Faculty of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing - Nile Valley University is committed to providing an educational program that complies with quality standards to graduate pharmacists with professional competence and ethical values who are able to compete in the fields of pharmaceutical work. The College is also committed to improving the system of purposeful scientific research and maximizing community participation.
1. Preparing a distinguished graduate suitable for the labor market.
2. Achieving outstanding academic and administrative performance.
3. Establishing an advanced scientific research system .
4. Maximizing community participation.
5. Commitment to achieving quality standards in pharmaceutical education.
1. Focusing on the role of the pharmacist in providing appropriate health care to the patient inside and outside hospitals by following up on his medication regimen, studying the principles of clinical pharmacokinetics and their applications in treatment in various disease cases, and finding appropriate therapeutic systems in cooperation with the treating physician, which results in improving health care for patients and reducing Risks and drug interactions.
2. Preparing and qualifying the necessary cadres to work in various fields of pharmacy, such as dispensing and compounding medicines, pharmaceutical industries, and drug control.
3. Preparing refresher courses in the various pharmaceutical sciences to ensure the continuity of the scientific competence of pharmacists while following up on scientific development in the field of pharmaceutical education and integrating it into the college’s educational policy to ensure the development of the college’s curricula.
4. Providing technical consultations and studies for various service sectors, as well as cooperation with scientific institutions and bodies at the regional and global levels.
5. Participating in research and studies in local and international scientific conferences and preparing scientific conferences and exhibitions with relevant authorities.
6. Cooperation in the field of pharmaceutical control with the official authorities in the Arab Republic of Egypt in a way that confirms the quality and safety of medicines and embodies the concept of pharmaceutical care in society.
7. Contributing to raising health awareness by spreading pharmaceutical culture in the rationalization and use of medicines, participating with the relevant executive sectors, and spreading health awareness through various media means.
8. Strengthening the capabilities of graduates and building bridges of communication between them and the faculty members of the college.
9. Honoring all distinguished students who present outstanding creativity.
1. Department of Pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical technology (PT)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pharmacy Orientation |
PT 101 |
1+0 |
2 |
Physical Pharmacy |
PT 202 |
2+1 |
3 |
Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms I |
PT 303 |
2+1 |
4 |
Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms II |
PT 404 |
2+1 |
5 |
Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms III |
PT 505 |
2+1 |
6 |
Pharmaceutical Technology |
PT 606 |
2+1 |
7 |
Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics |
PT 707 |
2+1 |
8 |
Advanced Drug Delivery Systems |
PT 808 |
2+0 |
9 |
Pharmaceutical Marketing |
PT 009 |
1+0 |
10 |
Pharmaceutical Legislations and Practice Ethics |
PT 010 |
1+0 |
11* |
Human Rights and Fighting Corruption |
NP 101 |
1+0 |
Total Credit Hours |
24 |
2. Department of Microbiology and Immunology (PM)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
General Microbiology and Immunology |
PM 401 |
2+1 |
2 |
Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Antimicrobials |
PM 502 |
2+1 |
3 |
Medical Microbiology |
PM 703 |
2+1 |
4 |
Parasitology and Virology |
PM 804 |
2+1 |
5 |
Public Health and Preventive Medicine |
PM 905 |
2+0 |
6 |
Biotechnology |
PM 906 |
2+1 |
7* |
Psychology |
NP 404 |
1+0 |
8* |
Mathematics |
MS 102 |
1+0 |
Total Credit Hours |
19 |
3. Department of Pharmacognosy (PG)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pharmacognosy I |
PG 301 |
2+1 |
2 |
Pharmacognosy II |
PG 402 |
2+1 |
3 |
Phytochemistry I |
PG 603 |
2+1 |
4 |
Phytochemistry II |
PG 704 |
2+1 |
5 |
Phytotherapy |
PG 905 |
1+1 |
6* |
Entrepreneurship |
NP 905 |
2+0 |
Total Credit Hours |
16 |
4. Department of Pharmacology (PO)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Medical Terminology |
PO 101 |
1+0 |
2 |
Pharmacology I |
PO 302 |
2+1 |
3 |
Pharmacology II |
PO 403 |
2+1 |
4 |
Pharmacology III |
PO 504 |
2+1 |
5 |
Drug Interaction |
PO 605 |
1+1 |
6 |
Drug Information |
PO 606 |
1+1 |
7 |
Biostatistics |
PO 707 |
1+0 |
8 |
Basic & Clinical Toxicology |
PO 908 |
2+0 |
9 |
Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance |
PO 009 |
1+1 |
10* |
Anatomy & Histology |
MD 201 |
2+1 |
11* |
Physiology |
MD 202 |
2+0 |
12* |
Pathophysiology |
MD 403 |
2+0 |
5. Department of Biochemistry (PB)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Cell Biology |
PB 101 |
1+1 |
2 |
Biochemistry I |
PB 302 |
2+1 |
3 |
Biochemistry II |
PB 403 |
2+1 |
4 |
Clinical Biochemistry |
PB 704 |
2+1 |
5 |
Clinical Nutrition |
PB 005 |
1+1 |
6* |
Information Technology |
GEN 001 |
1+1 |
7* |
Pathology |
MD 504 |
1+1 |
Total Credit Hours |
17 |
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Faculty Elective |
6. Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry (PC)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry I |
PC 101 |
2+1 |
2 |
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I |
PC 102 |
2+1 |
3 |
Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry II |
PC 203 |
2+1 |
4 |
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II |
PC 204 |
2+1 |
5 |
Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry III |
PC 305 |
2+1 |
6 |
Medicinal Chemistry I |
PC 506 |
2+1 |
7 |
Medicinal Chemistry II |
PC 607 |
2+1 |
8 |
Medicinal Chemistry III |
PC 808 |
2+1 |
9 |
Quality Control of Pharmaceuticals |
PC 009 |
2+1 |
10* |
University Elective |
GEN --- |
2+0 |
11* |
University Elective |
GEN --- |
2+0 |
12* |
University Elective |
GEN --- |
2+0 |
13* |
English I |
GEN 002 |
2+0 |
14* |
English II |
GEN 101 |
2+0 |
Total Credit Hours |
37 |
7. Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice (PP)
No | Course Title | Code | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|---|
1 |
Hospital Pharmacy |
PP 501 |
2+1 |
2 |
Community Pharmacy practice |
PP 602 |
2+1 |
3 |
Clinical Pharmacy Practice |
PP 703 |
2+1 |
4 |
Clinical Pharmacokinetics |
PP 804 |
2+1 |
5 |
Pharmacotherapy I |
PP 805 |
2+1 |
6 |
Pharmacotherapy II |
PP 906 |
2+1 |
7 |
Pharmacotherapy III |
PP 007 |
2+1 |
8 |
Advanced Pharmacotherapy |
PP 008 |
2+1 |
9 |
Pharmacoeconomics |
PP 009 |
1+0 |
10* |
Scientific writing & Communication Skills |
NP 603 |
2+0 |
11* |
First Aid & Basic Life Support |
MD 905 |
1+1 |
Total Credit Hours |
29 |
Upon the request of the Council of the College of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, the University Council grants the degree of Bachelor of Pharmacy (Pharm D PharmD ( Clinical Pharmacy ) According to the credit hour system.
The duration of study in the program is five academic years (five levels over ten semesters) according to the credit hour system and one year of advanced training (excellence) in the workplace (1+5). In addition to 100 hours of actual field training in private, government, and hospital pharmacies, it takes place during the summer vacations of the study years after the end of the third level and before starting the internship year. Each academic level (year) is divided into two semesters (fall and spring. The duration of each semester is fifteen weeks. Some courses may be offered in a summer semester lasting eight weeks of intensive study, including exams. The credit hour is a unit of academic measurement and is equivalent to a weekly theoretical hour of study or a practical lesson of no less than two hours per week, taught over the course of one semester.