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B.Pharm

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) is a four-year undergraduate degree that requires students to have passed their 12th board exams in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. B Pharmacy admission is based on merit and entrance tests such as the GPAT, DSAT, BITSAT, and NEET. 

Highlights: - 

Degree Name

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Level

Undergraduate

Duration of the course

4 years

Eligibility

12th in PCM/B with minimum 50% Aggregate marks 

Education mode

Full-time

Admission Process

Merit and Entrance Exams

Entrance Exams

NEET UG, MHTCET, CUET APEAMCET, state CET, KEAM.

Fees of the course

Rs 2,000 - Rs 7.00 Lakhs

 

Eligibility Criteria: - 

  • Candidates must complete 12th with Biology from a recognised board.
  • Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
  • Candidates must clear the cut off of the entrance exam for admission in B.Pharm.
     

Syllabus for B.Pharm: 

The B.Pharm syllabus will vary from college to college, but the course aims and subjects shall remain the same; the subject distribution over the syllabus may differ, but the study matter remains consistent. Nevertheless, candidates should check the official website to know the complete syllabus. Here is a general guide to B.Pharm syllabus design, as commonly followed by Indian colleges:

Semester 1

Semester 2

Human Anatomy and Physiology I– Theory and Practical

Human Anatomy and Physiology II – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutical Analysis I – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutics I – Theory and Practical

Biochemistry – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry – Theory and Practical

Pathophysiology – Theory

Communication skills – Theory and Practical

Computer Applications in Pharmacy – Theory and Practical

Remedial Biology/

Remedial Mathematics – Theory and Practical

Environmental sciences – Theory

Semester 3

Semester 4

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry III– Theory

Physical Pharmaceutics I – Theory and Practical

Medicinal Chemistry I – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutical Microbiology – Theory and Practical

Physical Pharmaceutics II – Theory and Practical

Pharmaceutical Engineering – Theory and Practical

Pharmacology I – Theory and Practical

 

Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I– Theory and Practical

Semester 5

Semester 6

Medicinal Chemistry II – Theory

Medicinal Chemistry III – Theory and Practical

Industrial Pharmacy I– Theory and Practical

Pharmacology III – Theory and Practical

Pharmacology II – Theory and Practical

Herbal Drug Technology – Theory and Practical

Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II– Theory and Practical

Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics – Theory

Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence – Theory

Pharmaceutical Biotechnology – Theory

 

Quality Assurance –Theory

Semester 7

Semester 8

Instrumental Methods of Analysis – Theory and Practical

Biostatistics and Research Methodology

Industrial Pharmacy II – Theory

Social and Preventive Pharmacy

Pharmacy Practice – Theory

Pharm Marketing Management

Novel Drug Delivery System – Theory

Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science

Practice School

Pharmacovigilance

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Quality Control and Standardisation of

Herbals

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Computer Aided Drug Design

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Cell and Molecular Biology

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Cosmetic Science

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Experimental Pharmacology

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Advanced Instrumentation Techniques

 


 

Further studies after B.Pharm: - 

  • M.Pharm.
  • Certification Courses.: - Clinical Research, Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory Affairs, Hospital Pharmacy Practice, Industrial Pharmacy, Drug Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacy Management, and Pharmacy Practice.
  • Short-Term Training Programs.

 

 

FAQs

  1. Is B.Pharm a good course?
    It is a very good course and is job oriented. It provides diverse job opportunities in both Government and Private sectors.
     
  2. Is NEET necessary for B.Pharm?
    No, different colleges have their own entrance exams, and some of the common entrance exams are MET, BITSAT, UPSEE, PU CETect.
     
  3. Can I study PharmaD after B.Pharm?
    Students who have completed B.Pharm, from a recognised university approved by Pharmaceutical Council of India can pursue PharmaD.
     
  4. What are the jobs after B.Pharm?
    Some of the most jobs post completion of B.Pharm are Medical Writers, Drug Inspectors, Clinical Associate, Marketing/Sales Executive etc.
     
  5. Can I pursue B.Pharm with PCM?
    Yes, you can study B.Pharm with PCM.


 

M.Pharm

 

Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) is a two-year postgraduate course which focuses on Pharmaceutical Sciences. It improves students' theoretical, technical, and practical pharmacy knowledge while instilling a desire to do additional pharmaceutical research.

To be eligible for M.Pharm courses, candidates must have completed their B.Pharm or comparable course with the required percentage. Some colleges may require students to have received valid scores on particular entrance tests. Some recognised entry examinations include GPAT, NIPER JEE, AP PGECET, and others.  

 

Highlights: - 

Degree Name

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Level

Postgraduate

Duration of the course

3 years

Eligibility

B.Pharm with minimum 50% Aggregate marks 

Education mode

Full-time

Admission Process

Merit and Entrance Exams

Entrance Exams

MHTCET, CUET PG, APEAMCET, state CET PG, KEAM.

Fees of the course

Rs 2,000 - Rs 7.00 Lakhs

 

Eligibility Criteria: - 

  • Candidates must complete B.Pharm from a recognised Institute.
  • Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
  • Candidates must clear the cut off of the entrance exam for admission in B.Pharm.


Syllabus for M.Pharm: 

The M.Pharm syllabus will vary from college to college, but the course aims and subjects shall remain the same; the subject distribution over the syllabus may differ, but the study matter remains consistent. Nevertheless, candidates should check the official website to know the complete syllabus. Here is a general guide to M.Pharm syllabus design, as commonly followed by Indian colleges: 

Semester 1

Semester 2

Modern Pharmaceutical

Molecular Pharmaceutics (Nano Tech and Targeted DDS)

Analytical Techniques 

Advanced Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics

Drug Delivery System 

Computer Aided Drug

Modern Pharmaceutics 

Delivery System 

Regulatory Affair 

Cosmetic and Cosmeceuticals 

Pharmaceutics Practical I 

Pharmaceutics Practical II 

Seminar/Assignment

Seminar/Assignment

 

 

 

FAQs

  1. Is a PhD in Pharmacy a good option after M.Pharm?
    PhD in Pharmacy is the best option for students after M.Pharm if they are interested in pursuing further research to gain insights into the field of Pharmacy. Securing good scores in M.Pharm is also an added benefit to apply for a PhD in Pharmacy. A PhD holder in Pharmacy can either go for academics or other industry-related high profile jobs.
     
  2. What is the highest salary after M.Pharm?
    The highest salary for M.Pharm graduates ranges from INR 4 lakhs to INR 8 lakhs. The average salary ranges from INR 2 lakhs to INR 5 lakhs.
     
  3. Is M.Pharm worthwhile?
    There is a lot of scope for M.Pharm graduates. They can find work in clinical hospitals or pharmaceutical companies. Recently, the field has been soaring with better drug research, patents or clinical trials, and even consultancy.
     
  4. Is M.Pharm difficult?
    Yes, the course can get challenging. It deals with the analysis and study of drugs and their uses. If a person has interest in Pharmacy then it will be easy.
     
  5. Am I a doctor if I study M.Pharm?
    As per PCI instructions you can only use the Dr prefix if you have studied the Pharm D course. With the M.Pharm you will not be considered a doctor.

 

 

Other medical courses and specialisations: - 

M.D, MBBS, B.Pharm, M.S, B.Sc, Diploma, M.Sc, Dental, Paramedical, Pharmacy, Dietetics & Nutrition, Ayurved.

 

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