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Department Head's speech

I am pleased to welcome you to the Department of Natural Products and Alternative Medicine at the College of Pharmacy, University of Tabuk. The department, along with other academic departments, strives to fulfill the university's mission and the Kingdom's Vision 2030 by graduating distinguished national cadres who contribute to building a knowledge economy.

The Department of Natural Products and Alternative Medicine is dedicated to the study of natural products extracted from plants, animals, and microorganisms and their evidence-based medical uses. It also keeps abreast of the latest developments in the field of herbal medicine, in addition to covering various aspects of complementary and alternative medicine. The department also focuses on the study of pathogenic microorganisms and methods of combating them, promoting and keeping abreast of modern pharmaceutical technological innovations and developments, and utilizing them in pharmaceutical manufacturing and treatment.

Mission

Contribute to achieving the college’s mission by providing students with the basic scientific and practical knowledge and expertise in the field of natural products and alternative medicine to ensure that they can serve the surrounding environment and community in the field of natural products.

Vision

The Department of Natural Products and Alternative Medicine at the Faculty of Pharmacy seeks to reach distinction at the local, regional and global levels in the field of teaching natural products and the field of research related to natural products.

Objectives

We put our vision into action through a set of general objectives that guide our journey toward excellence. Through these objectives, we strive to achieve the highest standards of academic and research performance and community service, while fostering an inspiring educational environment and a vibrant university community.

First Objective

Participation in providing a high-quality educational level for graduating distinguished and qualified pharmacists to work in public and private pharmacies, pharmaceutical factories and companies, drug control laboratories and analysis of medicines based- natural products.

Second Objective

Provide students with the adequate knowledge, skills and experience in the field of natural products and alternative medicine.

Third Objective

Cooperation with governmental, private, and relevant authorities to make beneficial use of natural products as sources of medicines, as well as to assess the effectiveness and safety of traditional medicine.

Fourth Objective

Educating the local community about the benefits and risks of traditional medicine and alternative medicine.

Fifth Objective

Supporting and encouraging students interested in scientific research and supporting and developing continuing pharmaceutical education.

Organizational Structure

This section displays the administrative structure of the department and clarifies the hierarchy of responsibilities to ensure operational efficiency.

Last Modified Date:2025/07/01 - 09:10 AM06/Muharram/1447 - 12:10Saudi Arabia Time

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