The College of Pharmacy at King Saud University is renowned for its pharmacy education in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Master in Quality Control in Pharmacy program was established in 1422 AH to produce pharmacists with a master's degree in this field.

Program Overview

• Degree Name: Master in Quality Control in Pharmacy
• Program Language: English

Program Importance and Rationale

1. Enriches students' knowledge with the latest advancements in quality control.
2. Provides updated courses to stay current with the field.
3. Qualifies graduates for leadership roles in quality control.
4. Maintains high standards comparable to prestigious international programs.

Program Vision

Leadership and distinction in the field of quality control in pharmacy in education and research.

Program Mission

In the Quality Control in Pharmacy program, we are providing a high-quality education and scientific research consistent with the highest international standards in Quality Control in Pharmacy

Program Goals

The program goals for the Master of Quality Control in Pharmacy are:

1. Develop a highly skilled and knowledgeable workforce in quality control practices within the pharmaceutical industry which aligns with the Saudia Arabia Vision 2030 goal of enhancing the capabilities and competitiveness of the healthcare sector.

2. Equip graduates with advanced scientific and technical expertise in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and quality control methodologies, which supports the Saudia Arabia Vision 2030 objective of promoting innovation and excellence in the pharmaceutical industry.

3. Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex challenges related to pharmaceutical quality control. 

4.Prepare graduates to meet the demands of the evolving pharmaceutical industry and contribute to improving patient care outcomes that correlates with the Saudia Arabia Vision 2030 goal of enhancing the quality of healthcare services and ensuring the well-being of citizens.

Available Employment Opportunities

• Lecturer positions in universities and colleges.
• Researcher positions in universities and colleges.
• Leadership roles in healthcare, pharmaceutical companies, and research centers.

Admission Requirements

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) from King Saud University or any other university recommended by the Ministry of Education with a cumulative GPA of not less than (2.75 out of 5) or its equivalent.
• Submit English language test results, or have obtained the qualification in English from countries where English is the official language according to the approved Deanship list.
• Pass the written examination conducted by the program with a score of (40%).

Degree Requirements

Students must pass 46 credit hours of master's courses, including a research project,as follows:

Study plan and course description

Contact Information 

• Email: QCP@ksu.edu.sa
• Phone: +966118055425 (WhatsApp)