Speciality Requirements Student must complete 27 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
7730501	Independent Study and Seminar	3
Students are supposed to coordinate with the instructor to perform an extensive review of the literature of a certain topic in pharmacology, toxicology, and/or pharmacotherapy. following the review, students should be able to prepare a proposal which include objectives, methods, anticipated results, and conclusion. the research proposal would be presented by the student in the department in a seminar format.
7730516	Molecular Pharmacology	3
7730518	Advanced Clinical Pharmacology	3
7730520	Applied Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics	3
The course provides qualitative and quantitative description of kinetics of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion. topics covered include an introduction to pharmacokinetic models, demonstration of the prediction of drug concentration after various modes of administration, discussion of the physicochemical and patient related factors affecting drug absorption, bioavailability and bioequivalence, drug distribution, the clinical application of pharmacokinetic principles for safe and effective drug therapy, adjustment of dosing regimens for optimizing therapeutic drug levels in the body and the role of pharmacokinetics in drug development and discovery
7730526	Research Methods and Biostatistics	3
7730531	Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance	3
7730532	Pharmacogenetics	3
7730540	Clinical Pharmacology	3
This course focuses on the clinical applications of pharmacological principles for patient care. masters students will learn the practical principles of rational pharmacotherapy, with a particular emphasis on individualizing therapy, understanding pharmacokinetics, and managing medication side effects. the course will emphasize the principles, concepts, processes, and skills essential in clinical pharmacology. therapeutic topics and case studies of common diseases will be covered, providing a comprehensive background on the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and pharmacokinetics of the medications used.
7730555	Advanced Techniques in Molecular Pharmacology	1
7730565	Drug Discovery and Development	2
7730598	Comprehensive Exam	0

Speciality Optional Requirements Student must complete 9 credit hours

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours	Prerequests
7730545	Advanced Metabolic and Endocrine Pharmacology	3
This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the normal functions and regulatory mechanisms of hormonal and metabolic systems, including their behavioral implications. students will learn various pathological pathways associated with endocrine and metabolic disorders, focusing on effective pharmacological management strategies for these conditions. emphasis will be placed on understanding the underlying mechanisms of metabolic disorders and the methods used to assess them. through theoretical study and practical application, students will develop proficiency in addressing complex issues related to metabolic and endocrine health alongside with the related pharmacotherapy skills.
7730550	Neuropharmacology and Neurotoxicology	3
The course reinforces students understanding of various principles of electro-chemical signaling pathways in the nervous system. it also deepens understanding of normal chemical and behavioral functions of the main neurotransmitters. the course help students understand the different pathological pathways, neurochemistry, and management of frequent psychiatric and neurological abnormalities and disorders. familiarize students with the mechanisms underlying neurotoxicity and how these as assessed.
7730551	Biological Drugs	1
7730553	Advanced Pathology	2
7730557	Experimental Animals in Pharmacology	1
7730560	Special Topics in Pharmacology	3
In this course, students are supposed to initiate a discussion of various scientific papers focusing on the pharmacology of different systems, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. the course also provides a critical review of scientific literature in pharmacology based on analyzing and appraisal of important publications in the field.
7730561	Advanced Biochemistry	2
7730562	Clinical Toxicology	2
7730564	Fundamentals of Clinical Trials and Good Clinical Practice	1