Kumasi Technical University
B.Tech - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Intake Period(s):
Public
Technical University
Domestic Fee
GHS 0.00
International Fee
USD 0.00
Programme Overview
Introduction
The main aim of the BTech programme in Pharmaceutical Sciences is to train students to acquire general technical knowledge and skills required for effective and efficient manufacture of quality pharmaceutical and herbal products.
Objectives
The objectives are:
To understand the processes associated with manufacturing of pharmaceuticals (from raw materials to finished products in modern dosage forms) and deal with related challenges.
To be able to handle general issues of formulation and production in small units (including drug production centres in hospitals).
To be conversant with the regulatory requirements governing pharmaceutical manufacturing.
To assess safety, efficacy and quality of pharmaceutical products in use.
To be able to assemble, troubleshoot and maintain equipment used in pharmaceutical production and other analytical processes.
To be able to supervise on the production line to ensure product quality and safety.
Entry Requirements
Students to be admitted to the programme should satisfy the following admission requirements:
A. WASSCE/SSSCE Candidates
Must have credit passes in three (3) Core subjects (English, Mathematics and Integrated Science), and credit passes in three (3) elective subjects (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) with an aggregate of 36/24 respectively.
B. ‘A’ Level Applicants
Must have GCE ‘O’ Level with credits in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. In addition, applicants must possess at least two (2) ‘A’ Level passes in pure science OR its equivalent.
C. HND Applicants
Must have Higher National Diploma (HND) in Dispensing Technology.
Candidates in this category will enter the programme at the 5th Semester.
D. Dispensing Technician Part III Certificate Holders
Must have DT Final Part III Certificate in Dispensing Technician.
Candidates in this category will enter the programme at the third semester.
E. Mature Applicants
i. Should be at least 25 years.
ii. Must have hospital/laboratory/industrial experience.
iii. Must have ‘O’ Level or SSSCE/WASSCE Science background (Physics/Elective Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology).
F. Foreign Applicants
Foreign applicants from accredited /recognised institutions with equivalent qualifications will be considered for admission.
Entry Requirements
Students to be admitted to the programme should satisfy the following admission requirements:
A. WASSCE/SSSCE Candidates
Must have credit passes in three (3) Core subjects (English, Mathematics and Integrated Science), and credit passes in three (3) elective subjects (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) with an aggregate of 36/24 respectively.
B. ‘A’ Level Applicants
Must have GCE ‘O’ Level with credits in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. In addition, applicants must possess at least two (2) ‘A’ Level passes in pure science OR its equivalent.
C. HND Applicants
Must have Higher National Diploma (HND) in Dispensing Technology.
Candidates in this category will enter the programme at the 5th Semester.
D. Dispensing Technician Part III Certificate Holders
Must have DT Final Part III Certificate in Dispensing Technician.
Candidates in this category will enter the programme at the third semester.
E. Mature Applicants
i. Should be at least 25 years.
ii. Must have hospital/laboratory/industrial experience.
iii. Must have ‘O’ Level or SSSCE/WASSCE Science background (Physics/Elective Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology).
F. Foreign Applicants
Foreign applicants from accredited /recognised institutions with equivalent qualifications will be considered for admission.
Programme Details
Certificate Type
B.Tech - Bachelor of Technology
Undergraduate/First Degree
Mode of Study/teaching
Blended Learning (In-person and Online)
Time of Study
Regular Teaching Time (8am - 5pm)
Duration
4 Years
Campus Region & Location
Region: Ashanti
Location: Kumasi
Institution Information
Institution Contact Information
Institution Name
Kumasi Technical University
Emails
info@kstu.edu.gh |
Location
Kumasi
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