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A Alhur1, R Alharajeen2, A Alshabanah2
11Department of Health Informatics, College of Public Health and Health Informatics, University of Hail, Saudi Arabia.
Georgian Medical News
|February 13, 2026
Summary
Saudi pharmacy students are aware of Vision 2030 and prefer clinical or hospital roles. The national transformation plan moderately influences their career thinking, highlighting a need for updated pharmacy education.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Healthcare Policy
- Workforce Development
Background:
- Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 aims to transform the healthcare sector through reforms like digital health integration and workforce localization.
- Understanding the impact of these reforms on pharmacy students' career outlooks is crucial for aligning education with national priorities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine pharmacy students' career outlooks and specialization preferences in Saudi Arabia.
- To assess the perceived influence of Vision 2030 on their professional decision-making.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 440 pharmacy students across Saudi Arabia.
- Data were collected using a bilingual questionnaire assessing demographics, Vision 2030 awareness, career preferences, and perceived influence.
- Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, with qualitative responses undergoing thematic content analysis.
Main Results:
- Nearly all students (97.7%) were familiar with Vision 2030.
- Clinical pharmacy (24.1%) and hospital pharmacy (21.4%) were the most preferred specializations, with 73.6% planning postgraduate specialization.
- While Vision 2030 was not a primary direct motivator (13.6%), it moderately influenced career thinking and preparedness, with students noting expanded opportunities, technological advancements, and the need for curriculum modernization.
Conclusions:
- Pharmacy students view Vision 2030 as a significant framework influencing the future of pharmacy practice and career opportunities.
- Findings underscore the need for curriculum reform, enhanced postgraduate training, and career guidance to align pharmacy education with national health sector transformation goals.
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