Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Overview

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry was established alongside the College’s foundation in 2020.
Through its modern and accredited curriculum, the Department delivers the fundamental concepts of drugs,
covering the mechanism of pharmacological action, biochemistry, structure-activity relationship (SAR),
and the physicochemical properties of drugs, such as acidity, basicity, absorption, distribution, metabolism,
and excretion (ADME). It also examines how modifications to functional groups in chemical compounds
influence toxicity.

The Department is dedicated to studying chemical substances relevant to pharmacy and medicine and
enhancing student skills in drug design and molecular modeling. This is achieved through specialized
computational programs used to predict biological properties and simulate the interaction (docking)
between small molecules and their biological receptors. Students are equipped with the scientific
knowledge and technical skills for drug discovery and development, encompassing their synthesis, analysis,
structural elucidation, and evaluation of their pharmacological and biological activities, enabling them to
assess drug quality, safety, and efficacy.

The Department places a special focus on the discovery and
development of drugs derived from natural products, including their occurrence, extraction, and
identification. The practical component provides essential laboratory training in the synthesis, isolation,
and characterization of both natural and chemically synthesized pharmaceuticals.

Vision, mission, and objectives

Vision, mission, and objectives of the Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department.

Academic staff

The academic staff of the College of Pharmacy is distinguished by its extensive experience and high level of specialization, comprising an elite group of academics and researchers who strive to deliver high-quality education and to prepare a qualified generation capable of keeping pace with advancements in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.

Academic Courses

The academic courses in the College of Pharmacy encompass a diverse range of disciplines aimed at providing students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills necessary for professional practice in the pharmaceutical field.

Graduates

Graduates of the College of Pharmacy are distinguished by their strong scientific knowledge and applied skills, which qualify them to work across various fields of pharmacy, including hospitals, community pharmacies, the pharmaceutical industry, and scientific research.

Course Description

This course aims to provide students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills necessary to understand and apply the fundamental concepts in the field of pharmacy.

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar includes the start and end dates of the academic year, schedules for midterm and final examinations, registration and add/drop periods, as well as official holidays and various academic activities.