Kent University Department of Pharmaceutical Microbiology consists of faculty members and research assistants who have participated in many research projects and contributed to the national and international literature by publishing in class A SCI-indexed journals and writing books.

As a department, education is provided on a theoretical and laboratory basis. In this context, our students acquire theoretical knowledge on the general characteristics and classification of microorganisms, as well as their molecular and genetic background. They then gain detailed information about microorganisms that cause infections and those used in the production of antibiotics, vaccines, probiotics, and cosmetics, including their mechanisms of action and resistance.

Within the scope of immunology, students are provided with comprehensive information about the immune system, vaccines, autoimmune diseases, allergies, and allergens.

In our laboratory courses, after learning the working requirements of the microbiology laboratory and the use of the equipment, our students become proficient in examining microorganisms using various methods, culturing them, and preparing media. Subsequently, they are taught experimental procedures such as the identification and isolation of microorganisms, the determination of their biochemical properties, and various antimicrobial tests. In our research laboratories, we conduct studies that can compete with many top-tier universities worldwide, utilizing high-tech devices. Our studies are further elevated with the support of our faculty's cell culture and nanotechnology laboratories.

During their education at the Faculty of Pharmacy, our undergraduate students can observe the studies in research laboratories, participate in these studies as special project students, and contribute to their development. They can plan the next stage of their education and, in the short run, carry out their master's and doctoral studies.

The significance of Pharmaceutical Microbiology, one of the key disciplines of the Faculty of Pharmacy, has been understood much better following the emergence of the COVID-19 virus, which caused a pandemic and led to the deaths of millions of people worldwide. The efforts/number of studies to develop vaccines and drugs have rapidly increased.

In addition, studies are frequently carried out in areas such as probiotics, cosmetics, antibiotics, and disinfectant production. We also offer our students the opportunity to gain substantial experience in these fields. For instance, at the Research and Production Centers of the Faculty of Pharmacy, students will have the chance to be involved in both Research and Development (R&D) and production activities conducted by our faculty members and leading companies in various fields (such as dietary supplements, cosmetics, drug delivery systems, and drug-vaccine production). Furthermore, they will also be able to take part in analyzing all these products. By taking advantage of these opportunities during their education, our students can complete internships at the companies owned by our faculty members and at the production centers of our university. After completing their undergraduate education, they will graduate as highly skilled and experienced pharmacists in R&D, product development, production, and analysis.

Considering all the opportunities offered by our university and faculty (including high technology, vision, and teaching staff with deep knowledge and experience), completing your university education with us and structuring your career together will be the most accurate decision you will make.