BACHELOR OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

BACKGROUND

The Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program at the University of Havana provides a comprehensive education in pharmaceutical sciences, blending traditional knowledge with modern practices. This program addresses the evolving needs of the healthcare sector and the pharmaceutical industry, preparing graduates for a variety of professional roles.

The program includes a mandatory pre-medical Spanish proficiency course for non-Spanish speaking students. Unless proficiency in Spanish is demonstrated through an oral and written test (75.00 USD), students must complete this course. The course is designed to equip students with a deep understanding of the Spanish language and relevant biomedical vocabulary, which is crucial for succeeding in the teaching process and evaluations throughout the program.

Modern Pharmaceutical Education in Cuba

Cuba’s pharmaceutical education system is designed to produce highly competent professionals capable of addressing the pharmaceutical needs of both the national and international community. The curriculum is structured to provide a balanced education, combining theoretical knowledge with extensive practical training.

Highlights

Rich Historical Legacy: The program has been instrumental in shaping pharmaceutical education in Cuba, reflecting a tradition of excellence.
Expansion and Accessibility: Offers a curriculum designed to meet community health needs.
Comprehensive Curriculum: Integrates modern educational trends with a strong emphasis on practical training.
Holistic Healthcare Approach: Emphasizes comprehensive care, considering physical, mental, and social aspects.
Global Health Commitment: Trains professionals capable of working in diverse healthcare environments.
Professional Development: Focuses on developing research, administrative, and teaching skills to create well-rounded professionals.

Mandatory Spanish Proficiency Course

Non-Spanish speaking students must enroll in a Spanish proficiency course unless proficiency is demonstrated through an oral and written test (75.00 USD). This course provides a thorough understanding of Spanish, especially biomedical vocabulary, and prepares students for the teaching process, including evaluations.

THE BACHELOR OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES DEGREE CURRICULUM

Overview

The Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education over five years. The program integrates basic and specialized subjects, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare sector.

Key Details

Program Name: Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Institution: University of Havana
Curriculum Structure: Semester-based
Program Length: Five years (including one year of pre-med training)
Admission Requirements: Completion of senior high school or equivalent
Number of Curricular Units: Various subjects across five academic years
Academic Degree: Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Accreditation: Title of Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Professional Profile

The curriculum is designed to produce graduates with a broad professional profile. Graduates will be equipped with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills necessary for pharmaceutical services, research, development, production, and quality control of pharmaceutical products.

Core Competencies

Graduates will develop competencies in:

Pharmaceutical Care: Delivering comprehensive care through health promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Research: Conducting scientific research to advance pharmaceutical knowledge.
Development and Production: Designing and producing pharmaceutical products.
Quality Assurance: Ensuring the quality of pharmaceutical products through rigorous testing and control.
Education and Training: Engaging in self-educational and teaching activities.
Administration: Managing pharmaceutical services and operations.

Curriculum Highlights

Integrated Learning: Combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
Interdisciplinary Approach: Includes subjects such as biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical technology, and pharmacology.
Independent Study: Encourages self-study to foster independence and in-depth learning.
Extracurricular Activities: Includes scientific activities, knowledge meetings, award exams, and cultural, sports, and recreational activities.
Graduation Requirements: Students must complete a diploma thesis and pass all required examinations.

Detailed Curriculum Organization

No	DISCIPLINE AND SUBJECT		QTY OF HOURS			DIST. FOR YEARS		DIST. OF HOURS PER ACAD YEAR.
No	DISCIPLINE AND SUBJECT		TOTAL	CLASS	PRACT. LAB. AND INVEST.	EXAM END OF ASSIGNMENT	JOB OF COURSE	1	2	3	4
1	MARXISM – LENINISM		150	150
1.1	Philosophy and Society		32	32				32
1.2	Political economy		54	54				54
1.3	Sociopolitical theory		32	32						32
1.4	Social Problems of Science and Technology		32	32							32
2	HISTORY OF CUBA		fifty	fifty
2.1	History of Cuba		fifty	fifty	1			fifty
3	PREPARATION FOR DEFENDING	THE	68	68
3.1	National Security and Defense		68	68					68
4	PHYSICAL EDUCATION		112	112
4.1	Physical Education I		28	28				28
4.2	Physical Education II		28	28				28
4.3	Physical Education III		28	28					28
4.4	Physical Education IV		28	28					28
4	MATH		210	210
4.1	Mathematics I		80	80		1		80
4.2	Mathematics II		80	80		1		80
4.3	Biostatistics		fifty	fifty			1	fifty
5	PHYSICAL		136	136
5.1	Physics I		67	67		1		67
5.2	Physics II		69	69		1			69
6	CHEMISTRY		243	243
6.1	General chemistry		128	128		1		128
6.2	Physical Chemistry I		55	55					55
6.3	Physical Chemistry II		60	60					60
7	PREPARATION FOR DEFENDING	THE	68	68
7.1	National Security and Defense		68	68				68

8	BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES	220	220
8.1	cell biology	40	40					40
8.2	Biochemistry	80	80			1			80
8.3	Anatomy and physiology I	fifty	fifty						fifty
8.4	Anatomy and physiology II	fifty	fifty			1			fifty
9	PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY	227	227
9.1	Pharmaceutical Technology I	55	55						55
9.2	Pharmaceutical Technology II	80	80			1				80
9.3	Pharmaceutical Technology III	92	92							92
10	PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS	200	200
10.1	Pharmaceutical Chemical Analysis	60	60						60
10.2	Pharmaceutical Instrumental Analysis	60	60			1			60
10.3	Biopharmaceutical control and analysis	80	80							80
eleven	PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES	206	206
11.1	Pharmacology I	46	46			1				46
11.2	Pharmacology II	48	48			1				48
11.3	Biopharmacy	64	64								64
11.4	Toxicology	48	48			1					48
12	PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY	240	240
12.1	Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I	80	80			1		80
12.2	Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II	80	80			1			80
12.3	Medicinal Chemistry	80	80							80
13	SOCIAL PHARMACY	62	62
13.1	Pharmaceutical Services	62	62				1		62
14	MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY	106	106
14.1	Microbiology	64	64							64
14.2	Pharmaceutical Biotechnology	42	42							42
fifteen	WORK PRACTICE PHARMACEUTICAL	534	30	504
15.1	Introduction to Sciences Pharmaceuticals	32		32			1	32
15.2	Community pharmacy	32		32			1		32
15.3	Good manufacturing practices	twenty	10	10			1			twenty
15.4	Clinical and hospital pharmacy	120		120			1				120
15.5	Investigation methodology	30	10	twenty			1				30
15.6	Diploma Thesis	300		300							300
TOTAL HOURS OF THE CURRICULUM BASE BY FORM AND YEAR		2652	2148	504				761	713	584	594
TOTAL FINAL EXAMS OF THE BASE CURRICULUM AND PER YEAR		fifteen						6	5	3	1
TOTAL COURSE WORK OF THE BASE CURRICULUM AND PER YEAR		7						2	2	1	2
OWN CURRICULUM
10	PHARMACEUTICAL ANALYSIS	40	40
10.1	Quality in the pharmaceutical industry	40	40							40
eleven	PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES	30	30
11.1	Pharmacotherapeutics	30	30				1				30
12	MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY	110	110
12.1	Pharmaceutical Structural Analysis	fifty	fifty				1		fifty	0	0
12.2	Pharmacognosy and Chemistry Natural products	60	60				1			60
13	SOCIAL PHARMACY	112	112
13.1	Drug logistics and pharmacoepidemiology	64	64								64
13.2	Pharmaceutical Care	48	48				1				48
14	MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY	48	48
14.1	Immunology	48	48							48
fifteen	WORK PRACTICE PHARMACEUTICAL	140		140
15.1	Medicine production	140		140			1			140
TOTAL HOURS OF THE CURRICULUM OWN BY FORM AND YEAR		480	340					0	fifty	288	142
TOTAL FINAL EXAMS OF THE OWN CURRICULUM AND PER YEAR		0			0			0	0	0	0
TOTAL COURSE WORK OF THE OWN CURRICULUM AND PER YEAR		5						0	1	2	2
OPTIONAL AND ELECTIVE CURRICULUM
16	SUBJECTS	180	180
16.1	Optional 1/ Elective	32	32					32
16.2	Optional 2	32	32								32
16.3	Optional 3	32	32								32
16.4	Optional 4	32	32								32
16.5	Optional 5	32	32								32
16.6	Optional 6	32	32								32
TOTAL HOURS OF THE CURRICULUM OPTIONAL AND ELECTIVE BY FORM AND YEAR		192	192					32	0	0	160
TOTAL FINAL EXAMS OF THE OPTIONAL AND ELECTIVE CURRICULUM
TOTAL COURSE WORK OF THE OPTIONAL AND ELECTIVE CURRICULUM
TOTALS
TOTAL HOURS OF THE CURRICULUM BY FORM AND YEAR		3324	2680	644				793	763	872	896
TOTAL FINAL EXAMS OF THE CURRICULUM AND PER YEAR		fifteen						6	5	3	1
TOTAL COURSE WORK IN THE CURRICULUM AND PER YEAR		12						2	3	3	4

NOTE: To be entitled to the study completion exercise, the student must have passed the English Language requirement at a B1+ level. A ratio of at least one hour of independent study for each hour of class must be achieved.
OBSERVATIONS: This official document is an integral part of the degree Study Plan, as is the professional model and the discipline programs. The type of completion of the studies is Diploma Work.

Supporting Evidence

The curriculum structure of the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program is designed to meet international educational standards and best practices in pharmaceutical education. This ensures that graduates are well-prepared to address various healthcare challenges and provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care.

Early Practical Training: Early exposure to practical training enhances clinical skills and confidence in pharmaceutical students (Benner et al., 2010).
Interdisciplinary Learning: Integrating subjects like biochemistry, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical technology provides a holistic understanding of pharmaceutical care (Baldwin et al., 2017).
Specialized Areas: Specialized training in areas such as clinical and industrial pharmacy meets the growing demand for skilled pharmaceutical professionals (Liaw et al., 2016).
Pre-Professional Practice: Hands-on experience in real-world settings is critical for transitioning from student to professional, ensuring readiness for independent practice (Burns & Poster, 2008).

This curriculum not only adheres to global pharmaceutical education standards but also addresses the specific healthcare needs and challenges in various settings, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to contribute effectively to the healthcare system.

References:

Benner, P., Sutphen, M., Leonard, V., & Day, L. (2010). Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation. Jossey-Bass.
Baldwin, A., Mills, J., Birks, M., & Budden, L. (2017). Role modeling in undergraduate nursing education: An integrative literature review. Nurse Education Today, 58, 1-8.
Liaw, S. Y., Wu, L. T., Holroyd, E., Wang, W., & Lopez, V. (2016). Teaching simulation in nursing: A systematic review. Journal of Nursing Education and Practice, 6(6), 41.
Burns, H. K., & Poster, E. C. (2008). Competency development in new registered nurse graduates: Closing the gap between education and practice. Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 39(2), 67-73.

TUITION FEES

Non-Spanish speaking Student:

The program’s duration is 6 and a half years. It includes a 6-months course of Spanish language training, in addition to the standard 6-year degree program. Total cost of the program, including premedical and Spanish language courses, is 65,650.00 USD and is divided as follows:

Career	Spanish courses) *	1^st Year (USD)	2^nd Year (USD)	3^rd Year (USD)	4^th Year (USD)	Total Program cost
Bachelor In Pharmaceutical Sciences	$11,950 USD	$7,500 USD	$7,500 USD	$7,500 USD	$7,500 USD	$41,950 USD

* Accommodation at the CubaHeal students’ residence, along with transportation to and from school, is included in the Spanish language program.

The Bachelor in Pharmaceutical Sciences’ tuition program include the following:

Enrollment
Right of attendance to all practical and theoretical teaching activities
Right to all the exams including the final state examination.
Marks certification.
Title duly legalized by the University of Medical Sciences where the student has attended studies at the end of the program.
Use of library services during studies.
Access to sport and cultural areas of the University of Medical Sciences
Participation in its various manifestations and scientific advisory for research works.

The Bachelor in Pharmaceutical Sciences’ tuition program does not include the following:

Accommodation for year 1^st – 6^th year
Meals
Learning materials
National or international transportation
Telephone services and/or internet services
Books
Printing
Immigration procedures in Cuba
Change of migratory status
Identity document for year 1^st – 6^th year
Translations and legalization at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or embassies
Health insurance or medical care
Paperwork and transfer of the deceased in case of death.

CUBAHEAL'S SERVICES

Prior to the Student’s Arrival:

Ensure suitable accommodation in or near the school.
Maintain communication with the university administration to confirm seat reservation.
Arrange airport pickup.

Upon the Student’s Arrival:

Provide airport pickup.
Conduct an orientation session to familiarize the student with the CubaHeal team, local transportation, city facilities, and relevant immigration and legal laws.
Assist in establishing a bank account.
Serve as a permanent point of reference for the student and their relatives overseas.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

Upon submitting your application, it will be recorded in a database and is only valid for the academic year in which it was requested. Otherwise, if you do not attend in that period, you must make a new formal request.
All non-Spanish speaking students are required to enroll in a 6-months program intended to deepen students’ knowledge of the Spanish language related to Biomedical Sciences
CubaHeal will carry an independent tutoring programs in areas related to the medical programs such as biology and medical sciences in order to prepare the students for his first year of Doctor in Medicine.

SPANISH SPEAKING STUDENT

Spanish speaking Student:

Dear Student,

the program’s duration is 4-years long. For students interested in this program, kindly visit CHMT LA, our sister company by clicking on the link below:

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Estimado estudiante,

La duración del programa es de 4 años. Para los visitantes de habla hispana interesados en este programa, por favor visiten nuestra empresa hermana CHMT LA haciendo clic en el enlace a continuación:

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