Academic programme
Pharmacy Technician Diploma [from 2023]
Admissions
Entry requirements
Review the current admission requirements associated with this programme.
- A minimum of (5) five subjects at CSEC (General proficiency), grades I, II, or III, or the IGCSE/GCE 'O' level, with grades A, B, or C, which must include Chemistry, Biology (or Human and Social Biology), Mathematics and English.
- The Ordinary Diploma in Science (ODS) from the Government Technical Institute (Pass with Credit) in addition to a minimum of four subjects at the CSEC (General Proficiency), Grades I, II, and III or IGCSE/GCE 'O' level Grades A, B, or C which must include English, Mathematics, Biology (or Human and Social Biology) and Chemistry.
- Persons who have successfully completed the Pharmacy Assistant Training Programme offered by the Ministry of Health and possess a minimum pass grade of Grade C at IGCSE/GCE 'O' level or CSCE (General Proficiency) Grade III in English, Mathematics and a science subject (Physics, Chemistry, or Biology).
- Mature applicants (21 years and over), provided they have had a minimum of five (5) years of continuous relevant work experience in a professional field: e.g., Pharmacy or Nursing and are successful at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE). Preference will be given to applicants who possess a minimum pass of Grade C in IGCSE/GCE 'O' level or CSEC (General Proficiency) Grade III in English Language and Mathematics.
- Any other appropriate level of qualification from a recognized institution, and which is acceptable to the University of Guyana.
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4104 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register for your Mandarin course - CHN1100. Note: This Mandarin course can be done in place of the foreign language course. |
| CHM1103 | Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 | — |
| ZZZ1101 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Choose any 4-credit foreign language course after consultation with HOD. Recommended Foreign Languages- Spanish, French or Portuguese. Note: A Mandarin course can be done in place of this course. |
| MTH1106 | Fundamental Mathematics I | 3 | — |
| PHA1101 | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | — |
| CHM1102 | Introduction to General Chemistry | 3 | — |
| ENG1105 | Introduction to the Use of English | 4 | — |
Semester 2
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH1207 | Fundamental Mathematics II | 3 | — |
| PHA1201 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 3 | — |
| CHM1206 | Introduction to Inorganic and Organic Chemistry | 3 | — |
| PHA1202 | Introduction to Pharmacy Orientation and Calculations | 3 | — |
| CHM1205 | Introduction to Physical Chemistry | 3 | — |
| CHM1207 | Laboratory II - Introduction to Physical, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry | 1 | — |
Semester 3
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHA1303 | Drug Fundamentals and Dosage Form Designs | 4 | — |
| PHA1302 | Introduction to Communication Skills | 2 | — |
| PHA1900 | Introduction to Pharmacy Practice | 2 | — |
| PHA1304 | Pharmacy Law | 2 | — |