Greetings from the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Education in the fields of medicine, dentistry, and pharmaceuticals with anticipation for society beyond the year 2040
Our six-year pharmaceutical education program began 18 years ago. Children who were born that year have now reached their third year of high school. Along with a multitude of advancements in medical technology occurring during that time, pharmacist education has undergone an important period of transition that has now reached a critical juncture, akin to adulthood, and the future direction must be considered. Despite trials and errors, several individuals who have graduated from the six-year program are presently involved in active contributions to various local communities. Coincidentally, starting in the 2024 academic year, from the third cycle of the six-year program onwards, our pharmacy education program will progress to a revised version of the "Core Curriculum for Pharmacy Education" with the goal of aligning with medical and dental fields to standardize the "fundamental qualities and abilities" required of healthcare professionals. Reflecting on the necessity of six years of study, we must strive to be effective educators and mentors who return to the basics in order to nurture our future human resources.
Takahiro KUBOTA, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy