About the Programme
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) is a four-year undergraduate programme designed to introduce students with the properties and impacts of pharmaceutical drugs. The programme helps students in developing the skills essential to counsel patients about medication and use of drugs. The curriculum and syllabi for the course are as per Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) the statutory body governing pharmacy profession in India. The core pharmacy subjects include Pharmaceutics Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology.
Under this programme the emphasis is laid on human anatomy drug dosage drug action and reaction active ingredients used in the formulation of the drugs and how to maintain their quality in the storage.
In addition the programme also concentrates on preparing the students and training them for industry-ready holistic pharmaceutical care in the practice setting. The industrial visits and equally important practical sessions ensure students receive a perfect exposure to the real-world situations while learning.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) programme aims to prepare graduates with strong knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences, practical skills, professional ethics, and a commitment to patient care and public health. The graduates of the programme are expected to achieve the following Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs):
PEO 1: Pharmaceutical Knowledge and Professional Practice
Apply fundamental knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences to work effectively in pharmacy practice, the pharmaceutical industry, research, and related healthcare fields.
PEO 2: Professional and Technical Competence
Demonstrate practical skills in drug formulation, manufacturing, pharmaceutical analysis, quality control, and pharmacy practice to meet professional requirements.
PEO 3: Problem Solving and Scientific Reasoning
Utilize scientific reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to medicines, drug development, healthcare systems, and patient care.
PEO 4: Ethics, Leadership and Social Responsibility
Practice pharmacy with ethical responsibility, effective communication, teamwork, leadership qualities, and a commitment to patient safety, public health, and societal well-being.
PEO 5: Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth
Engage in continuous learning, professional development, and adaptation to emerging advancements in pharmaceutical sciences, healthcare technologies, and regulatory practices.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) programme, graduates will be able to:
PO1. Pharmacy Knowledge
Apply comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical sciences, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacy practice, and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes to understand drug actions, disease mechanisms, therapeutic interventions, and solve professional problems across diverse pharmacy domains.
PO2. Problem Analysis, Critical Thinking and Evidence-Based Decision Making
Identify, formulate, analyze, and interpret complex pharmaceutical and healthcare-related problems using scientific inquiry, critical thinking, biostatistics, and evidence-based approaches to make informed decisions and develop appropriate solutions.
PO3. Pharmaceutical Skills and Practice
Demonstrate proficiency in pharmaceutical formulation development, drug analysis, quality assurance, pharmacovigilance, clinical pharmacotherapy, and pharmacy practice through laboratory training, simulations, internships, and experiential learning.
PO4. Modern Tools, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Competence
Select, apply, and evaluate modern pharmaceutical tools, analytical instruments, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computational techniques while recognizing their limitations and ensuring ethical usage.
PO5. Research and Innovation
Design and conduct research studies, analyze and interpret data, and contribute to innovation through research projects, problem-based learning, startup initiatives, and industry-relevant solutions.
PO6. Professional Ethics and Human Values
Apply ethical principles, professional integrity, regulatory requirements, intellectual property rights, and universal human values while addressing professional, legal, and societal responsibilities in pharmacy practice.
PO7. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Communicate effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, industry personnel, regulatory authorities, and society through documentation, reports, presentations, patient counseling, teamwork, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
PO8. Leadership, Management and Entrepreneurship
Demonstrate leadership, planning, managerial, and entrepreneurial skills in pharmaceutical organizations, healthcare systems, quality management environments, and innovation-driven enterprises.
PO9. Pharmacist and Society
Evaluate public health concerns, patient safety issues, legal and societal aspects of pharmacy practice, and contribute responsibly to healthcare delivery, rational use of medicines, and community health improvement.
PO10. Environment and Sustainability
Recognize and address the environmental impact of pharmaceutical manufacturing, distribution, use, and disposal of medicines by promoting environmentally responsible practices, green pharmacy principles, and sustainable healthcare aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
PO11. Lifelong Learning and Professional Development
Recognize the need for continuous professional development and engage in self-directed, lifelong learning to adapt to technological advancements, evolving healthcare needs, regulatory changes, and emerging professional opportunities.