Quick Facts
Credential
Bachelor's Degree
Delivery Options
Both On-Campus and Online - Some of your classes will be in-person, on campus and some will be done online.
Duration
5 years - With a typical full-time course load, this programme will take 5 years to complete.
Language of Instruction
english
Admission Requirements
Criteria for Admission and Selection Procedure
The program is open to Ugandans and Non-Ugandans who fulfil the admission requirements. The requirements described below are only the minimum academic conditions for admission and only make one eligible for consideration. A candidate is eligible for admission if he/she possesses any of the following:
1.Direct Entry:
In order to be eligible for admission, a candidate must have sat and passed:
a) Uganda Certificate of Education or its equivalent with credits in atleast five (5) English, Mathematics or Physics, Biology, Chemistry and any other one subject in same sitting or their equivalent.
b) Sat and passed the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent and obtained principal passes in both Biology and Chemistry, and at least one (1) subsidiary pass in either Physics, Mathematics or Agriculture Otherwise, if he/she has subsidiary passes in both Biology and Chemistry or either he/she must have passed Higher Certificate of Education in Biology and Chemistry to make up for U.A.C.E results.
2. Holders of Diploma in Health-related field:
In order to be eligible for admission into the BPharm Degree programme, a candidate must:
a) Have a diploma in Pharmacy in case of any other diplomas such as Pharmaceutical Technology, Clinical Medicine, Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiography, Public Health, Orthopedics technology, Physiotherapy, Entomology, Dental Health, Nursing, midwifery or other health related qualification recognized under the Allied Health professionals Act, Nurses and Midwives Act the candidate must have passed Higher Certificate of Education in Biology and Chemistry
b) Be registered with the relevant Health Professional Council of the home country.
3.Mature age entry scheme:
For admission into the BPHARM programme under the Mature Age Entry Scheme, a candidate must sit and pass with at least 50% the Mature Age Entry Examinations set and marked by a center recognized by Uganda National Council for Higher Education to conduct mature age entry examinations. He/she must also satisfy all other university requirements for admission to the university under this scheme as guided by Uganda National Council for Higher Education.
4. Holders of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE):
In order to be eligible for direct entry into the BPharm Degree programme, a candidate must:
a) Hold a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum mean grade of C+.
b) Have obtained at least a C+ in each of the four cluster subjects shown below:
5. Holders of School Certificates Graded in Percentages and Average Points
a) In order to be eligible for direct entry into the BPharm Degree programme, a candidate whose final high school marks are graded in percentages and average point systems such as in Sudan, Rwanda and Burundi must have their grades first equated by Uganda National Council for Higher Education before seeking admission BUT a candidate from Democratic Republic of Congo whose final high school marks are graded in percentages and average point systems needs to just translate their results in English and get an Embassy letter to prove authenticity.
6. Holders of Degrees in Science Disciplines:
In order to be eligible for admission into the BPharm degree programme, a candidate must:
a. Possess a degree in a science discipline, at least at the level of second-class lower division or its equivalent.
b. Have obtained the above qualification from an institution of higher learning recognized by Uganda national Council for Higher Education (UNCHE) and for foreign students, the degrees must first be equated by UNCHE.
7. Holders of Other Qualifications
a) A holder of Second-class upper division at Level 4 higher education certificate/ Foundation program recognized by Uganda National Council for Higher education and passed subjects of Biology and chemistry with credits legible for admission into BPharm Program.
b) Each intra University transferring student should submit a complete result containing all the prerequisite MODULEs required under the BPHARM Program for transfer to an applicable academic year before being considered for this purpose in the faculty. However, candidates transferring from other Universities are required to hold the minimum entry qualifications for admission into the University. Transcripts of academic records and confidential reports of all such candidates (forwarded by their institutions) are required to be sent to, and received in the Admissions Office of the University.
Admission Requirements for Students
National ID/passport/ birth certificate/driving permit
Admission fees for nationals: UGX 250,000
Admission fees for East African & Internationals: 78$
Bank: STANBIC BANK
USD Account: 9030020161247
UGX Account: 9030020161085
Swift Code: SBICUGKX
Bank: ABSA BANK
USD Account: 6008621053
UGX Account: 6008621037
Swift Code: BARCUGKX
What You Will Learn
At the end of the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree education, you should be able to:
(Design formulations of conventional and natural medicines for both human and veterinary health care.
Evaluate pharmaceutical care services in hospitals, community pharmacies and other healthcare services.
Analyze legislations, policies and guidelines that relate to pharmaceuticals and health supplies.
Apply evidence-based practice in the execution of pharmaceutical care.
Apply pharmaceutical knowledge and professional skills in solving both human and veterinary drug-related problems.
Supervise pharmaceutical production and quality assurance activities.
Conduct independent and relevant research in the field of Pharmacy in order to solve community-related health problems.
Explain the core principles and functions of pharmacy including pharmacotherapy and medicine management, which consequently results into improved health and quality of life.
Recognize continuous professional development in pharmacy practice.
Career Opportunities
Completing the Bachelor of Pharmacy programme at Victoria University, Kampala can open up a range of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector. Here are some potential career paths for graduates:
Pharmacist: Graduates can work as licensed pharmacists in various settings, including community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and pharmaceutical companies. They play a vital role in dispensing medications, providing medication counseling to patients, monitoring drug therapy, and ensuring medication safety.
Pharmaceutical Industry: Graduates can pursue careers in the pharmaceutical industry, working in areas such as pharmaceutical research and development, drug manufacturing, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, or sales and marketing of pharmaceutical products.
Clinical Pharmacy: Graduates can specialize in clinical pharmacy and work as clinical pharmacists in hospitals or healthcare institutions. They collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize medication therapy, conduct medication reviews, and provide drug information to healthcare professionals.
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs: Graduates can work in regulatory affairs departments of pharmaceutical companies or government regulatory bodies. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, submitting drug registrations, and managing the approval process for new drugs.
Pharmaceutical Management: Graduates can pursue careers in pharmaceutical management, working in roles such as pharmacy manager, drug supply chain manager, or pharmaceutical project manager. They oversee operations, inventory management, and strategic planning within pharmacies or pharmaceutical companies.
Research and Academia: Graduates can engage in pharmaceutical research and pursue careers in academia or research institutions. They can contribute to advancing pharmaceutical knowledge, conducting clinical trials, developing new drugs, or teaching pharmacy students.
Public Health: Graduates can work in public health organizations, government agencies, or non-profit organizations, focusing on areas such as medication policy, drug utilization, or pharmaceutical public health initiatives.
Pharmaceutical Consultancy: Graduates can establish their own pharmaceutical consultancy firms or work for existing consulting firms, providing expertise and advice on pharmaceutical projects, regulatory compliance, or medication management systems.
Tuition & Fees
The tuition and fee amounts are estimates based on the current academic year's rates. For financial planning purposes, please use these totals as an approximate estimate of your costs. Actual fees may vary by term and enrolment activities.
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