About the Programme
Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) is a two-year academic programme streamlined to endow in-depth knowledge of science and technique behind the formulation of pharmacy practice and medicines management. The programme fundamentally provides an overview of the conjecture principles and practices implicated in the science of pharmacy including core subjects like Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmacognosy Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics.
The curriculum and syllabi for the programme are as per the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) the statutory body governing pharmacy profession in India. In this programme students will gain insights into the chemical and physical properties chemical structure and uses of pharmaceutical formulae. The programme encompasses knowledge about the natural medicines which are obtained from plants animals marine and biological sources.
In addition the programme focuses on imparting knowledge about drugs used for different diseases dosage absorption mechanism of action drug action drug interaction adverse reaction. Candidates seeking advance knowledge in the discipline can apply for higher education.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
PEO-1: Professional Competence: To equip students with sound theoretical and practical knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences to meet the requirements of the pharmaceutical industry and community pharmacy.
PEO-2: Clinical & Community Focus: To produce pharmacists capable of providing professional services, patient counseling, and rational drug use in community and hospital settings.
PEO-3: Ethics & Responsibility: To inculcate professional ethics, legal responsibilities, and social accountability.
PEO-4: Lifelong Learning: To encourage the habit of continuous learning and professional development to adapt to evolving healthcare needs.
PEO-5: Leadership & Entrepreneurship: To foster leadership qualities, communication skills, and entrepreneurial skills.
Program Outcomes (POs)
PO-1. Review the Prescriptions: Handle prescriptions professionally, checking for completeness, correctness, and drug interactions.
PO-2. Dispense Prescription / Non-Prescription Medicines: Dispense medicines as per Drugs & Cosmetics Act rules and provide appropriate OTC medication advice.
PO-3. Provide Patient Counselling / Education: Effectively counsel patients on medication use, lifestyle modifications, and health-related issues.
PO-4. Hospital & Community Pharmacy Management: Manage inventory, procurement, and storage in a hospital or community setting.
PO-5. Expertise on Medications: Provide expert opinion to healthcare professionals regarding safe and effective medication use.
PO-6. Proficiency in Pharmaceuticals: Describe the characteristics, chemistry, and manufacturing of drugs and formulations.
PO-7. Entrepreneurship & Leadership: Acquire skills for leadership, teamwork, and running pharmacy enterprises.
PO-8. Deliver Primary & Preventive Healthcare: Contribute to national health programs and promote health awareness.
PO-9. Professional, Ethical & Legal Practice: Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional guidelines (pharmacy ethics).
PO-10. Continuing Professional Development: Identify gaps in knowledge and proactively engage in self-directed learning to bridge them.
PO-11. Environment and sustainability: understand the impact of the professional pharmacy solutions in societal and environmental contexts, demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
PSO-1 (Industry Support): Acquire in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutics, including dosage form design, manufacturing, and quality control tests.
PSO-2 (Community and Hospital Pharmacy): Possess the ability to analyze and solve pharmaceutical problems related to community and hospital pharmacy settings, handling & dispensing drugs, inventory management, drug store and maintaining documentation as per regulatory requirements.
PSO-3 (Regulatory knowledge): Understand professional and ethical responsibilities in accordance with Pharmacy Law and Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence.