The Faculty of Pharmacy organized an educational field visit to EVA Pharma’s pharmaceutical manufacturing complex in collaboration with the company, with the participation of 31 fourth- and fifth-year students. The visit was held under the patronage of Prof. Mohamed Ehab Fetouh, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Prof. Alaa Zaki, Head of the Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology Department, and Dr. Amr Mohamed Shaaban, Lecturer in the department. The visit aimed to enhance students’ scientific and practical skills and introduce them to advanced technologies in modern pharmaceutical manufacturing.

 

The students were accompanied and supervised by:

•Dr. Tasneem Oweida, Lecturer,

•Pharmacist Isaac Al-Qiss Kyrillos, Assistant Lecturer,

•Pharmacist Hossam Atiya, Teaching Assistant,

who provided academic guidance and support throughout the visit.

 

The program began with an introductory presentation about the industrial complex, established in 2017 as one of the largest pharmaceutical manufacturing hubs in the Middle East. The complex includes facilities for solid dosage forms (tablets and capsules), soft gelatin capsules, veterinary vaccines, and an insulin production facility developed in partnership with Lilly.

 

Following the presentation, the students toured the production lines and observed various stages of pharmaceutical manufacturing using state-of-the-art equipment and technologies. This hands-on exposure enabled them to relate their academic knowledge to real industrial applications within a highly advanced production environment.

 

The visit also reflects the Faculty of Pharmacy’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the pharmaceutical industry. During such field experiences, faculty members engage with industry experts and production specialists to gain insight into the practical aspects related to course content and receive constructive recommendations that support curriculum development and modernization. This collaborative exchange contributes to aligning academic programs with the evolving needs of the pharmaceutical sector. Meanwhile, the students benefited greatly from the practical experience, gaining a deeper understanding of drug manufacturing processes and enhancing their readiness to integrate into the pharmaceutical field