Pharmacy Curriculum Overview

The curriculum for the Pharmacy program at C V Raman Global University Bhubaneswar is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and practical skills necessary for professional practice.

Semester-wise Course Structure

Semester	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Structure (L-T-P-C)	Pre-requisites
1	PHM101	Chemistry I	3-1-0-4	-
1	PHM102	Biology I	3-1-0-4	-
1	PHM103	Physics I	3-1-0-4	-
1	PHM104	Mathematics I	3-1-0-4	-
1	PHM105	Introduction to Pharmacy	2-0-0-2	-
1	PHM106	Chemistry Lab I	0-0-3-1	PHM101
2	PHM201	Chemistry II	3-1-0-4	PHM101
2	PHM202	Biology II	3-1-0-4	PHM102
2	PHM203	Physics II	3-1-0-4	PHM103
2	PHM204	Mathematics II	3-1-0-4	PHM104
2	PHM205	Pharmacognosy	3-1-0-4	PHM102
2	PHM206	Chemistry Lab II	0-0-3-1	PHM106
3	PHM301	Medicinal Chemistry I	3-1-0-4	PHM201, PHM202
3	PHM302	Pharmacology I	3-1-0-4	PHM202
3	PHM303	Pharmaceutics I	3-1-0-4	PHM201
3	PHM304	Pharmaceutical Analysis I	3-1-0-4	PHM201
3	PHM305	Biostatistics	2-0-0-2	PHM104
3	PHM306	Medicinal Chemistry Lab I	0-0-3-1	PHM301
4	PHM401	Medicinal Chemistry II	3-1-0-4	PHM301
4	PHM402	Pharmacology II	3-1-0-4	PHM302
4	PHM403	Pharmaceutics II	3-1-0-4	PHM303
4	PHM404	Pharmaceutical Analysis II	3-1-0-4	PHM304
4	PHM405	Clinical Pharmacy	2-0-0-2	PHM302
4	PHM406	Pharmaceutics Lab II	0-0-3-1	PHM403
5	PHM501	Drug Design & Development	3-1-0-4	PHM401, PHM402
5	PHM502	Regulatory Affairs	3-1-0-4	PHM404
5	PHM503	Pharmaceutical Microbiology	3-1-0-4	PHM202
5	PHM504	Pharmacokinetics	3-1-0-4	PHM402
5	PHM505	Pharmaceutical Chemistry	3-1-0-4	PHM401
5	PHM506	Drug Design Lab	0-0-3-1	PHM501
6	PHM601	Advanced Topics in Medicinal Chemistry	3-1-0-4	PHM501
6	PHM602	Pharmacogenomics	3-1-0-4	PHM504
6	PHM603	Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance	3-1-0-4	PHM502
6	PHM604	Pharmaceutical Biotechnology	3-1-0-4	PHM503
6	PHM605	Pharmaceutical Marketing	2-0-0-2	-
6	PHM606	Biostatistics Lab	0-0-3-1	PHM505
7	PHM701	Internship I	0-0-0-6	-
7	PHM702	Pharmaceutical Industry Practices	2-0-0-2	-
8	PHM801	Final Year Project/Thesis	0-0-0-12	-
8	PHM802	Internship II	0-0-0-6	-

Advanced Departmental Elective Courses

These advanced courses provide specialized knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of pharmacy:

1. Computational Drug Design: This course explores the use of computational methods for designing new therapeutic agents. Students learn molecular modeling techniques, docking algorithms, and structure-based drug design principles.
2. Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine: Focuses on how genetic variations affect drug response. The course covers genotyping technologies, pharmacogenomic databases, and applications in clinical settings.
3. Drug Delivery Systems: Examines various formulations for controlled release and targeted delivery of drugs. Topics include nanoparticles, liposomes, microspheres, and transdermal patches.
4. Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: Covers the application of biotechnology in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The course includes recombinant DNA technology, fermentation processes, and biosafety considerations.
5. Regulatory Affairs in Pharmaceutical Industry: Provides insights into regulatory frameworks governing drug development. Students learn about FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines for clinical trials and marketing authorization.
6. Clinical Research and Drug Development: Focuses on designing and conducting clinical trials. The course covers phases of clinical trials, ethical considerations, and statistical analysis of trial data.
7. Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: Emphasizes quality control measures in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Students learn about GMP, validation procedures, and risk assessment methodologies.
8. Natural Product Chemistry: Explores the isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds from natural sources. The course includes plant-based drugs, marine products, and microbial metabolites.
9. Pharmaceutical Marketing and Sales: Provides an understanding of pharmaceutical marketing strategies, product positioning, and sales techniques tailored for healthcare professionals.
10. Drug Information Services: Teaches students how to access and interpret drug information resources. The course includes database searches, literature reviews, and patient counseling techniques.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

The department emphasizes project-based learning as a core component of the curriculum. This approach integrates theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, enabling students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Mini-projects are assigned during the first two years of study. These projects typically last 2-3 months and involve small groups of students working under faculty supervision. Projects may focus on literature reviews, experimental design, or analytical studies related to current topics in pharmacy.

The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant undertaking that spans the entire academic year. Students select a research topic aligned with their interests and career goals, often inspired by industry needs or faculty research areas. The project involves extensive literature review, experimental work, data analysis, and presentation of findings to a panel of experts.

Students are encouraged to collaborate with faculty members or external partners during the project selection phase. This ensures that projects are relevant, feasible, and aligned with current industry trends. Faculty mentors provide guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from initial planning to final documentation.