Policy on Graduation Certification and Degree Conferral (Diploma Policy)
Educational Goals
The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences aims to cultivate leading human resources who can contribute to society as scientists in a wide range of fields, including drug discovery, clinical development, and environmental and life sciences. In addition, the degree of Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences will be awarded to students who have met the prescribed requirements set forth in the educational curriculum.
Qualities and Abilities Goals
Qualities and Abilities Goal (1)
The ability to acquire language skills and a broad education suited for a global society, and to act independently while collaborating with others based on ethical values as a scientist involved in drug discovery and life science research.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (2)
The ability to acquire knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical sciences and apply them to a wide range of fields such as drug discovery, clinical development, and environmental and life sciences.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (3)
The ability to identify issues in the field of pharmacy, propose rational solutions based on a scientific perspective, scientifically evaluate experimental data, and appropriately report findings to others.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (4)
The ability to independently collect and analyze information regarding the latest science, technology, and systems, and the drive to contribute to the development of society.
Policy on Curriculum Organization and Implementation (Curriculum Policy)
Organization of the Educational Curriculum
In order to cultivate the qualities and abilities listed in the "Policy on Graduation Certification and Degree Conferral (Diploma Policy)," the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences) of the Faculty of Pharmacy systematically organizes an educational curriculum consisting of liberal arts courses, ethics and communication courses, information science courses, basic pharmaceutical science courses, applied pharmaceutical science courses, and graduation research.
Implementation of the Educational Curriculum
Based on this curriculum organization, education is implemented by combining educational methods such as lectures, seminars, active learning, laboratory experiments, and research activities.
Methods for Evaluating Learning Outcomes
The evaluation of learning outcomes for the qualities and abilities goals to be acquired through the curriculum of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is conducted based on the university-wide assessment plan philosophy and the mission of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences to foster the qualities of a scientist in the fields of drug discovery and life sciences. Evaluations are conducted using quantitative/qualitative and direct/indirect indicators, including exams, reports, and performance evaluations, based on the grading criteria specified in the syllabus and Academic Advisory Board guidelines for each subject.
Relationship Between Qualities/Abilities Goals and Educational Content
As shown in the curriculum tree and curriculum map, the curriculum of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences effectively places courses toward the achievement of the qualities and abilities goals listed in the "Policy on Graduation Certification and Degree Conferral (Diploma Policy)." The relationship between individual qualities/abilities goals and educational content is as follows.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (1)
The ability to acquire language skills and a broad education suited for a global society, and to act independently while collaborating with others based on ethical values as a scientist involved in drug discovery and life science research.
Foreign language courses are effectively arranged to cultivate language skills and internationalism for global success.
A broad education and high ethical standards are fostered through liberal arts courses and ethics/communication courses.
The ability to act with cooperation and a sense of responsibility is cultivated through graduation research and other activities.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (2)
The ability to acquire knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical sciences and apply them to a wide range of fields such as drug discovery, clinical development, and environmental and life sciences.
Basic pharmaceutical science courses provide education to acquire fundamental knowledge and skills for understanding pharmaceuticals, chemical substances, and life phenomena.
Applied pharmaceutical science courses provide education to acquire a wide range of knowledge and skills related to pharmaceuticals and medical care.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (3)
The ability to identify issues in the field of pharmacy, propose rational solutions based on a scientific perspective, scientifically evaluate experimental data, and appropriately report findings to others.
In early exposure learning and other activities, students foster an attitude of understanding the current state of science and society, thinking deeply about issues, and creating new value.
The ability to provide insight with an inquiring mind is cultivated through practical courses.
In graduation research, students develop the ability to think through processes for solving problems in the pharmaceutical field, while also fostering the ability to logically discuss research results with others and convey their significance in an easy-to-understand manner.
Qualities and Abilities Goal (4)
The ability to independently collect and analyze information regarding the latest science, technology, and systems, and the drive to contribute to the development of society.
The ability to accurately collect, analyze, and utilize reliable information is fostered through ethics/communication courses, information science courses, and graduation research. Furthermore, the importance of understanding the characteristics of the latest information and continuous information gathering is taught to foster an active desire for learning and an awareness of social contribution.
Policy on Admissions (Admission Policy)
Ideal Student Profile
Individuals who possess the solid basic academic skills necessary for learning in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and have the drive to actively acquire knowledge and skills.
Individuals who have an interest in natural sciences and possess the logical thinking, judgment, and expressive abilities to explore issues related to life phenomena and pharmaceuticals.
Individuals who can respect others with a fair attitude and collaborate with initiative.
Individuals who have a global perspective and a strong desire to contribute to the creation and evaluation of pharmaceuticals and the development of life sciences as a scientist.
Basic Policy for Selection
In order to broadly accept such entrants, selection is conducted through (1) General Admissions and (2) Internal Selection within Keio.
(1) General Admissions
In General Admissions, we select students who possess the academic skills necessary for four years of specialized education in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and who aspire to contribute to the development of drug discovery and life sciences with a global perspective as researchers in the pharmaceutical field. In the selection process, basic academic skills and scientific thinking/expressive abilities required for specialized education are evaluated through examinations in science, mathematics, and foreign languages. In the science examination (Chemistry), knowledge of biology and physics is also tested using chemistry as the subject matter. The foreign language examination further measures the language skills required for global activities.
(2) Internal Advancement within Keio
Based on the recommendation of high school principals, we accept students who have acquired excellent knowledge, abilities, and character through Keio University's integrated education and who strongly aspire to play a leading role in the fields of drug discovery and life sciences through advanced learning at the university.