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DOI: 10.1055/s-0045-1812288
Review Article

The Evolution of Pharmacy Education: Navigating Modern Trends and Transformative Practices

Authors

  • Mohamed A. Baraka 

    1   PharmD program, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Libyan International University, Kairawan St. Benghazi, Libya

  • Nadia Al Mazrouei

    2   Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmacotherapeutics, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

  • Yassin K. Al Hariri

    3   Department of Pharmacy, Fatima College of Health Sciences, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

  • Abdiraheem Ali

    3   Department of Pharmacy, Fatima College of Health Sciences, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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Abstract

The field of pharmacy is undergoing a major transformation, driven by evolving health care needs, technological advancements, and the expansion of pharmacists' roles. This review offers a comprehensive analysis of modern trends in global pharmacy education, including the shift toward competency-based education, the integration of digital technologies, the emphasis on interprofessional education, and the enhancement of experiential learning to ensure practice readiness among graduates. In this review, we also examine the increasing attention to global perspectives on pharmacy education and the emerging directions that will shape future educational approaches. We evaluate the effectiveness and challenges of the above-mentioned trends, providing a critical analysis of their impact on preparing future-ready graduates. We also examine global perspectives and future directions, and provide futuristic insights about how pharmacy education can shape the future of the health care industry. By embracing evidence-based educational pedagogies and foreseeing future challenges, we offer a prescription for helping pharmacy graduates acquire skills and adaptability necessary for better patient outcomes and the ever-changing global health care landscape.

Keywords

pharmacy education - curriculum development - educational trends - competency-based education - interprofessional education - technology integration - digital health - workforce development

Authors Contribution

M.A.B. contributed to the conceptualization, data curation, formal analysis, drafting of the original manuscript, and review and editing of the final manuscript. N.A.M. contributed to the conceptualization, conducted the literature review, drafted the original manuscript, and participated in the review and editing of the final manuscript. Y.K.A.H. contributed to the conceptualization, drafting of the original manuscript, and the review and editing process. A.A. was involved in drafting the original manuscript and in the review and editing of the final manuscript.


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Publication History

Received: 09 July 2025

Accepted: 09 September 2025

Article published online:
09 December 2025

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