North West University
Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
The Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences in Pharmacy is offered by North West University.
Program Length: 1 YEAR.
Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences offered by the North West University at the Faculty of Health Sciences
Outcomes of the qualification
After completion of the qualification the student must demonstrate:
a) advanced/comprehensive specialist knowledge and skills in order to identify relevant research questions within the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences;
b) identification of a research problem/need, and plan and execute a suitable research design in a scientific and ethical manner by making use of appropriate research methods, techniques and procedures;
c) critical knowledge and understanding of the ethical and legal considerations applicable to research and the consequences of interventions on individual, group and community level;
d) interpretation and integration of research findings in a scientifically accountable manner, and in a scientific and ethical way communicate – orally and in writing – the necessary information by means of a research report; and
e) leadership qualities, including ethical and responsible actions in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Duration (Minimum and maximum)
The minimum duration for the study is one year and the maximum duration two years, calculated from the date of first registration for the particular programme. The faculty’s decision is based on the current subsidy model for universities and may differ from other faculties or regulations.
Programme: Pharmaceutical Sciences
The MSc degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences is a research-based degree and consists of a research project and the writing of a dissertation.
The aim of the curriculum is to deliver students with advanced knowledge and expert and applied skills to cater for South Africa’s need of high-level manpower in the pharmacy profession as well as other related sectors.
The student will distinguish himself/herself as a specialist in the specific field and will be capable of applying Research Methodology at this level and in the specific field of study.
The curriculum is presented full time in Afrikaans and English.
The general closing date for applications is 31 October. Applications received after this date will be considered on merit and available capacity.
Curriculum: Pharmaceutical Sciences:
The curriculum consists of a research project within the relevant research focus area, culminating in the writing and approval of a research proposal at the Scientific Committee as well as completion of training courses and modules as determined by the supervisor in consultation with the Director of the DST/NWU Preclinical Drug Development platform (PCDDP). Completion of the research project culminates in the writing and examining of a dissertation with a view to acquire a result. Students admitted with a BSc honours degree will also be expected to, in addition to the dissertation, complete modules/short courses related to Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Module
Dissertation: Pharmaceutical Sciences (180 credits)
