Program Description, objectives and learning outcomes (Pharm.D):

The curriculum of the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Program at Abdul Wali Khan University of Mardan is designed to systemically provide a solid foundation in the basic sciences on which to build upon, and integrate the pharmaceutical sciences, social/administrative/behavioral sciences, and clinical sciences. the Pharm.D. curriculum uses the “SPICES” curriculum model as a guiding philosophy with these elements: Student-centered/active learning, Problem/practice based, Integrated, Community/systems-based, Electives, and Systematic approaches. In addition, the curriculum incorporates research and interprofessional experiences.

The integrated pharmacotherapy course sequences with case-based seminars that employ case-based collaborative learning (CBCL) approach; a hybrid of problem-based learning (PBL), and team-based learning (TBL) approaches. These courses will be offered in the early professional phase of the Pharm.D. Curriculum to promote learning in both small groups to prepare for “case-based seminars” and in a tutorial settings with student-directed learning.

Distinguishing features of the program include state-of-the art practicum and simulation experiences, a pharmacy practicum training laboratory with inpatient ambulatory care, and community pharmacy components will be offered is a set of patient care and health system management laboratory courses. Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) courses in a community settings, as well as in an inpatient and outpatient settings will expose the students to the various pharmacy practice opportunities. Students will learn the fundamental research principles and apply research skills by conducting a research project as a capstone experience prior to the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) phase. The last phase of the Pharm.D. program will consist of state of the art APPE rotations in-patient (hospital/health system) and out-patient (community/ambulatory care) settings that expose students to diverse patient populations as part of an interprofessional team.

Program objective and Learning outcomes:

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program at Abdul Wali Khan University of Mardan prepares clinical pharmacists to provide comprehensive medication management using a patient-centered approach within interprofessional health care teams. The entire program requires a total of five years; the first year as the University Preparatory Program (UPP), followed by 4 years of didactic, practicum/simulation and introductory practice experiences, and a final year of advanced clinical/experiential education. Graduates of the program will be qualified practitioners with unique training in the appropriate use of medications and expertise in the provision of patient care services in a variety of different practice settings. The integration of research within the Pharm.D. program provides an optimal environment that promotes critical thinking, analytical and lifelong learning, and prepares graduates for application of research.

At the conclusion of the Pharm.D. Program, all graduates will achieve the following outcomes:

Program outcomes.

• Demonstrate a scientific foundation as related to the clinical, pharmaceutical, and social/administrative/behavioral sciences.
• Identify and evaluate research methods and demonstrate research skills relevant to the pharmacy profession that can be applied in different practice settings.
• Integrate systems management concepts in the pharmacy profession, including the management of drug formulary systems (i.e., hospital, healthcare system, or national-based).
• Practice evidence-based decision making and implement pharmaceutical care plans.
• Provide comprehensive medication management to optimize medication use and health outcomes, reduce adverse drug events and improve patient safety.
• Promote and implement public health, wellness and disease prevention concepts.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills to peers, other professionals, patients and the public.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional and leadership development.

Pharm D admissions requirements and criteria

Overview:

Soon after the declaration of Intermediate results by the BISE Peshawar, Mardan etc. the admission process commences by wide publicity in print & electronic media. The prospectus along with application/ admission form is made available at the United Bank Limited, Habib Bank Limited & National Bank of Pakistan of University Campus Branch and can be obtained on cash payment within the announced dates.

Eligibility criteria:

F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) with at least 60% marks in aggregate

How To Apply

Admission Procedure:

• Pre-admission application form completed in all respects must reach the office of the Director Admissions within the prescribed schedule.
• The candidates selected on merit will be issued an admission form by the concerned department, to be filled in by the applicant.
• A candidate may apply for admission for more than one discipline on a single form, however, admission will be offered in order of preference and in case applicant selected for admission in higher preference, he / she will be dropped from successive references even having higher marks than the selected candidates of the respective preferences.
• Form(s) are invariably accepted from all candidates which are subsequently scrutinized to sort out eligible candidates. Incase false information provided by the applicant(s), they will forfeit the right of admission. Further, if the documents attached were found fake, they will cease the right of admission for being guilty of gross misconduct & a criminal act on the part of the candidate.

Determination of Merit:

• Weighting to the total marks obtained by the candidate in qualifying examination in Fsc= 60%
• Weighting to the marks obtained by the candidate in Matric Examination= 40%.
• Where the subject concerned is not being taught at Pharm D. level, 40% Weighting shall be given to the related subject in which he/she gets eligible for that department.
• For setting the difference of marks between the conventional and semester system, the marks obtained in the semester system will be multiplied by a factor of 0.9.
• Admission on sports reserved seat shall be made strictly on the basis of open trials in respective games.
• One seat reserved for Minority students in each department.
• Merit for admission on disable seat will be subject to eligibility and level of disability determined by the committee of expert.

Instructions for Selected Students to be followed on admission day:

• Do not forget to sign the attendance sheet on the day of admission even if you are on the waiting list.
• Please listen carefully to the advices / suggestions from the member(s) of the departmental admission committee on the day of Admission.
• Take along with you the original academic documents for scrutiny. Please arrange a set of the documents you apply with (photocopies). Please answer correctly and briefly the questions asked by the admission committee.
• Once your interview is over, your application will be signed by the scrutiny committee by Chairman / Chairperson / Director of the respective college / department / institute / centre.
• Take your documents to the dealing assistant and get the required receipts for Fee deposit.
• The University fee can be deposited in Account No. Mentioned in the receipt.
• After depositing the fees, please bring the original receipts to the office (make photocopies for your own record). Fee deposition on the date of admission is mandatory failing which the candidate will forfeit the chance of Admission.

For any query regarding Admission please contact Directorate of Admissions on 092-937-920874.

Required Documents

Attested photo copies of the following documents must be attached with application form:

1. SSC Original Certificate
2. A/ F.Sc Part-1 & 2 DMC’s
3. Domicile Certificate
4. CNIC(Personal/ Parent/ Guardian)
5. Two Recent Passport Size Photographs
6. Equivalence Certificate from IBCC, where applicable
7. Migration Certificate(To be produced at the time of admission)
8. Candidates applying against quota seats must attach relevant certificates, showing eligibility of the candidate against the quota for which he/she is applying.

Foreign students seeking admission in the University have to apply for admission directly to the Director Admission, AWKUM with the following attested data:

1. Application Form (Student Visa Form)
2. Photocopy copy of Passport
3. Two Photographs (Passport size)
4. Educational Documents
5. Admission letter of the University
6. Equivalence certificate