University · Plateau State
Admission requirements for Doctor Of Pharmacy at Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau State, Plateau State.
Five (5) SSCE/NECO credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology at not more than two (2) sittings
The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) is a rigorous professional degree that equips students with advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacotherapy, clinical pharmacy practice, and drug management. Students study subjects including pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, pharmacy law, and patient-centred care, gaining both theoretical grounding and practical clinical experience. Upon graduation, qualified pharmacists must be registered with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN), the statutory body regulating pharmacy practice nationwide. Career opportunities span hospital and clinical pharmacy, community pharmacy ownership and practice, industrial pharmacy within manufacturing companies, and regulatory roles within agencies such as NAFDAC. Some graduates also pursue academic careers or postgraduate research, making the Pharm.D a versatile and highly respected qualification within Nigeria's healthcare sector.