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Master of Science in Pharmacology

A postgraduate masters programme preparing students with the knowledge, practical skills and professional discipline required in Science in Pharmacology.

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Master of Science in Pharmacology

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Programme Overview

Master in pharmacology prepare students to become valuable members of research teams and pursue job opportunities in a variety of settings, including government agencies, biotechnology companies, and pharmaceutical research laboratories.

Clinical formationBuild competence through biomedical foundations, practical sessions and supervised health-sector exposure.
Patient-centred careDevelop safe, ethical and compassionate approaches to health service delivery.
Research awarenessUse evidence, inquiry and analytical thinking to understand problems and propose solutions.
Career readinessPrepare for employment, further study, entrepreneurship and service in relevant professional settings.
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What You Will Learn

By the end of the programme, students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, practical skills and professional conduct required for effective work in Science in Pharmacology.

Scientific foundationsApply biomedical, behavioural and professional knowledge to health-related decisions.
Practical competenceDevelop practical skills through laboratory, clinical or field-oriented learning.
Patient and community focusUnderstand health needs across individuals, families and communities.
Professional ethicsPractise with safety, accountability, documentation and respect for people.
Research and evidenceUse evidence-informed reasoning to improve practice and solve problems.
TeamworkWork effectively with peers, supervisors and multidisciplinary teams.
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Course Structure and Learning Experience

The learning experience is organised to move students from foundational knowledge into applied, supervised and professionally oriented practice.

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Foundation sciences

Students begin with the scientific and professional foundations required for health training.

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Pre-practice preparation

Learning moves into practical, laboratory or simulated tasks that prepare students for supervised practice.

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Applied practice

Students engage with discipline-specific practical work, field exposure or clinical learning where applicable.

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Community orientation

The programme connects professional practice with prevention, service and community realities.

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Research and professional readiness

Students consolidate learning through research, professional conduct and career preparation.

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Course Content

18 courses 69 credit units

Academic Year 1

17 courses | 57 units
Semester 1
25 units
PHA7101 Introduction To General Principles In Pharmacology
3 units | Core
PHA7103 Advances In Biochemical Basis Of Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics And Drug Disposition
4 units | Core
PHA7104 Drug Development And Experimental Pharmacology
4 units | Core
PHA7106 Advances In Autacoid And Immunopharmacology
3 units | Core
PHA7107 Seminars In Pharmacology I
3 units | Core
PHY7102 Advances General Physiology, Renal, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary And Gastrointestinal Physiology
4 units | Core
PPH7105 Epidemiology, Biostatistics And Research Methods
4 units | Core
Semester 2
32 units
PBC 7301 Molecular Biology And Bioinformatics
3 units | Core
PHA 7201 Advances In Neural, Reproductive And Endocrine Physiology
4 units | Core
PHA 7202 Advances In Renal, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary And Gastrointestinal Pharmacology
4 units | Core
PHA 7203 Advances In Neural And Endocrine Pharmacology
4 units | Core
PHA 7204 Advances In Chemotherapy And Pharmacotherapeutics
3 units | Core
PHA 7206 Advances In Toxicology
3 units | Elective
PHA 7207 Seminars In Pharmacology Ii
3 units | Elective
PHA 7302 Advanced Pharmacokinetics And Pharmacometrics
3 units | Core
PHA7205 Advances In Ethnopharmacology
3 units | Elective
PPH 7303 Health Systems Management
2 units | Core

Academic Year 2

1 courses | 12 units
Semester 1
12 units
PHA 8101 Dissertation
12 units | Core
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Admission Requirements

Applicants should satisfy KIU's approved postgraduate admission requirements for this programme and any additional requirements set by the relevant academic unit.

  • Relevant prior academic qualifications recognised by KIU and the appropriate regulatory bodies where applicable.
  • Subject background or professional preparation suitable for study in Science in Pharmacology.
  • International applicants should provide recognised equivalent qualifications.
Final eligibility is confirmed by KIU Admissions using the current admissions guidelines for the intake.
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Fees and Application Guidance

Tuition, functional fees and any programme-specific charges are confirmed by KIU Admissions and Finance for each intake. Applicants should review the current fee schedule before submitting an application.