Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) – Pharmacy Program

Bachelor of Pharmacy Graduates

The following learning outcomes apply to graduates of the Faculty of Pharmacy after successfully completing the academic curriculum and the mandatory three-month practical internship (Apprenticeship) in an accredited pharmaceutical setting.

LO1 – Application of Pharmaceutical Knowledge

Apply fundamental and clinical pharmaceutical knowledge in selecting appropriate medications, determining dosages, and evaluating drug safety.

LO2 – Respiratory Conditions Management

Assess and manage common respiratory conditions such as cough, cold, and flu, and provide appropriate therapeutic recommendations.

LO3 – Gastrointestinal Disorders Management

Effectively manage gastrointestinal conditions including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, peptic ulcer, and inflammatory disorders, with proper patient follow-up.

LO4 – Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy

Apply pharmacotherapy principles in hypertension and heart failure, including the use of beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and vasodilators.

LO5 – Rational Use of Antibiotics

Promote the rational use of antibiotics and contribute to reducing antimicrobial resistance through evidence-based evaluation of clinical cases.

LO6 – Anti-infective Therapy

Manage antiviral, antiparasitic, and antifungal therapies while evaluating their efficacy and safety.

LO7 – Pain and Inflammation Management

Select and dispense analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs safely and effectively.

LO8 – Practical Pharmacy Skills

Demonstrate practical competencies including:

• Prescription interpretation
• Safe dispensing of medications
• Professional communication with patients and healthcare teams

LO9 – Professional Ethics and Practice

Adhere to pharmaceutical ethics, regulations, and professional standards while working within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

LO10 – Career Readiness

Be prepared for employment in:

• Community and hospital pharmacies
• Pharmaceutical industries
• Drug regulatory authorities
• Medical sales and scientific representation
• Postgraduate studies and research

LO11 – Lifelong Learning

Demonstrate the ability to continuously develop knowledge and skills and stay updated with advancements in pharmaceutical sciences.