In accordance with the School Philosophy, the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences has a research mind, problem-finding ability, problem-solving ability and self-improvement ability in addition to practical ability based on advanced expertise / skills and rich humanity. The purpose is to foster human resources who can contribute widely to society as pharmacists who are trusted in the medical team and community.
Three policies of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences aims to train pharmacists who can meet the expectations of society and the medical field and respond to the needs of local residents and individual patients, from the perspective of the advancement of medical care due to scientific advances, regional medical cooperation in a society with a declining birthrate and aging population, and the maintenance and promotion of public health. A degree will be awarded to those who have acquired the abilities set out in the following learning goals as their learning outcomes upon graduation and have completed the required credits.
As a medical professional, students have a warm humanity and high ethical standards, act in good faith in consideration of the dignity and human rights of others, strive for self-improvement, and can act based on professionalism.
With communication skills, students can build relationships of trust with patients, their families, and members of the medical team, collaborate with them , and participate in Team Medical Care from a patient-centered perspective.
Considering the physical and chemical properties of pharmaceutical products, it is possible to properly prepare and handle pharmaceutical products required for medical treatment.
Understanding the effects of medicines on the living body based on scientific grounds, and be able to carry out appropriate and effective drug treatment.
Utilizing resources of local health, medical, and welfare, students can support the maintenance and promotion of the health of local residents through regional medical cooperation.
Understanding the significance of research in the fields of basic, clinical and social pharmacy, students can think scientifically and logically about problems in medicine, and show an attitude to promote problem-solution from a pharmaceutical perspective.
In order to enable students to acquire the abilities set out in the diploma policy, the Faculty of Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences will organize its curriculum according to the following policy, based on the concept of outcome-based education.
Based on the "Pharmacy Education Model Core Curriculum", we aim to acquire the six outcomes set forth in the Diploma Policy.
Objective 1-A (ethics and professionalism) will be covered broadly in a variety of subjects and fostered throughout all grade levels. Learning methods will include as much practical training and discussion as possible, and evaluation methods will be used that are appropriate for the skills and attitudes required.
Learning Objective 1-B (participation in patient-centered medical care through Team Medical Care) aims to build trusting relationships based on rich humanity and improve communication skills, and is a distinctive feature of our faculty that we place particular emphasis on. We have created a sequential, spiral-type humanity communication education curriculum that progresses through the academic year, and we implement interprofessional peer education (IPE) across medical faculties in collaboration with the Faculty School of Medicine and Faculty of Medical Technology, and we use rubrics to evaluate performance.
Our specialized pharmacy education, centered around Objective 1-C (proper preparation and handling of pharmaceuticals), Objective 1-D (practice of drug therapy), and Objective 1-E (maintaining public health and contributing to community medical care), builds a sequential, spiral curriculum that progresses through each academic year, effectively cultivating evidence-based pharmacist competence. From the time of enrollment through the first 4th year, students acquire a wide range of specialized pharmaceutical knowledge through lectures and other means, and develop the ability to apply knowledge and problem-solving skills through practical training and seminars. Acquired knowledge is assessed through objective and essay exams, and the learning outcomes of practical training and seminars are evaluated using methods appropriate to skills and attitudes. From the second semester 4th year onwards, a more practical learning environment is provided, focusing on integrated seminars and practical training, and knowledge and performance are evaluated.
Learning Objective 1-F (scientific curiosity) is developed based on the basic pharmaceutical science training 3rd year, and mainly through the graduation thesis training (graduation research) in years 4 to 6. In addition to deeper scientific and logical thinking and the ability to identify and solve problems, students will also develop an active learning attitude and the ability to improve themselves, and will undergo evaluation of their knowledge and performance.
Regarding the comprehensive learning outcomes required at the time of graduation, knowledge is evaluated by objective examinations and essay examinations, practical ability as a pharmacist is evaluated by portfolios, etc., and graduation research is evaluated by performance evaluation using rubrics.
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences aims to develop pharmacists who have clinical abilities based on solid knowledge and skills and a rich humanity, and who are trusted by society as drug therapy professionals. In order to achieve this educational goal, we seek students who have acquired the following abilities, knowledge, and motivation through their studies and activities at high school and other institutions.
Desired student profile (Knowledge and Skills)
Possess the basic academic ability necessary to acquire knowledge related to pharmacy.
It can be applied to six years of pharmaceutical education, including practical training.
Have a desire to learn and acquire the latest knowledge and skills.
Possess an inquisitive mind and logical thinking skills to identify and solve problems.
(Autonomy, diversity, collaboration)
Have high aspirations and a strong desire to contribute to people's health and welfare.
Be cooperative and have appropriate language and communication skills.
The knowledge, skills and study habits that are desirable to acquire before entering the school
Basic academic ability, including chemistry and biology, is required for studying specialized subjects in the Faculty of Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Since studying at the Faculty of Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences requires the ability to read, comprehend, and think about materials and assignments, students will be exposed to a variety of texts through a wide range of reading before enrolling.
In Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, cumulative learning is important, so students will improve their learning ability by reviewing what they have learned on the same day they study, so that they can understand it and firmly acquire it as practical knowledge.
Be mindful of listening to the opinions of others and actively seek communication so that you can convey your own thoughts to others.
