Course Structure Overview
The Pharmacy program at F S University Firozabad is structured over eight semesters, with a carefully balanced mix of core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory courses. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing students for diverse career paths in the pharmaceutical industry.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | PHM101 | Chemistry for Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | PHM102 | Biology for Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| I | PHM103 | Mathematics for Pharmacy I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHM104 | Introduction to Pharmacy Practice | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | PHM105 | Pharmacy Laboratory I | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| I | PHM106 | Physical Sciences for Pharmacy I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHM107 | Chemistry for Pharmacy Lab I | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| II | PHM201 | Chemistry for Pharmacy II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM101 |
| II | PHM202 | Biology for Pharmacy II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM102 |
| II | PHM203 | Mathematics for Pharmacy II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM103 |
| II | PHM204 | Pharmacology I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| II | PHM205 | Pharmacy Laboratory II | 0-0-3-2 | PHM105 |
| II | PHM206 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | PHM301 | Pharmacology II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM204 |
| III | PHM302 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| III | PHM303 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM206 |
| III | PHM304 | Pharmacy Practice I | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| III | PHM305 | Pharmacy Laboratory III | 0-0-3-2 | PHM205 |
| IV | PHM401 | Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | PHM402 | Pharmaceutics II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM302 |
| IV | PHM403 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| IV | PHM404 | Pharmacy Practice II | 2-0-0-2 | PHM304 |
| IV | PHM405 | Pharmacy Laboratory IV | 0-0-3-2 | PHM305 |
| V | PHM501 | Clinical Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| V | PHM502 | Pharmacology III | 3-1-0-4 | PHM301 |
| V | PHM503 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry III | 3-1-0-4 | PHM303 |
| V | PHM504 | Pharmaceutical Analysis II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM403 |
| V | PHM505 | Pharmacy Laboratory V | 0-0-3-2 | PHM405 |
| VI | PHM601 | Clinical Pharmacy II | 3-1-0-4 | PHM501 |
| VI | PHM602 | Industrial Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | PHM603 | Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VI | PHM604 | Pharmacy Practice III | 2-0-0-2 | PHM404 |
| VI | PHM605 | Pharmacy Laboratory VI | 0-0-3-2 | PHM505 |
| VII | PHM701 | Pharmaceutical Development | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VII | PHM702 | Regulatory Affairs | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VII | PHM703 | Pharmaceutical Marketing and Sales | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VII | PHM704 | Public Health Pharmacy | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| VII | PHM705 | Pharmacy Laboratory VII | 0-0-3-2 | PHM605 |
| VIII | PHM801 | Final Year Project/Thesis | 0-0-6-12 | - |
| VIII | PHM802 | Internship in Pharmaceutical Industry | 0-0-0-6 | - |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers several advanced elective courses that allow students to specialize in specific areas of pharmacy and gain deeper insights into current trends and challenges in the field. These courses are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of complex topics while encouraging critical thinking and innovation.
- Advanced Drug Design: This course delves into modern computational methods for drug discovery, including molecular modeling, virtual screening, and structure-based drug design. Students learn how to apply these techniques to develop novel therapeutics targeting specific diseases.
- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology: Focused on the application of nanotechnology in pharmaceuticals, this course explores drug delivery systems, controlled release mechanisms, and targeted therapy using nanoparticles. It covers both theoretical concepts and practical applications in modern drug development.
- Clinical Pharmacokinetics: This course examines how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted in the human body. Students learn to interpret pharmacokinetic data and apply it to optimize dosing regimens for individual patients.
- Pharmacogenomics: Covering the intersection of genetics and pharmacology, this course explores how genetic variations affect drug response and metabolism. It includes hands-on experience with genomic databases and tools used in personalized medicine.
- Bioinformatics for Drug Discovery: Integrating computational biology with pharmaceutical sciences, this course teaches students to use bioinformatics tools for identifying drug targets, analyzing protein structures, and predicting drug interactions.
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: This course focuses on biotechnology applications in pharmacy, including recombinant DNA technology, monoclonal antibodies, gene therapy, and stem cell research. It prepares students for careers in biopharmaceutical companies and research institutions.
- Regulatory Science: Designed to prepare students for roles in regulatory affairs, this course covers the regulatory landscape for pharmaceutical products, including FDA guidelines, ICH standards, and international regulations. Students learn how to prepare regulatory submissions and navigate approval processes.
- Global Health Pharmacy: This course addresses public health challenges at the global level, focusing on access to medicines, health disparities, and policy interventions. It includes case studies from low- and middle-income countries to understand real-world applications.
- Drug Safety and Risk Management: Emphasizing patient safety and risk assessment, this course teaches students how to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with pharmaceutical products throughout their lifecycle. It includes practical exercises in adverse event reporting and pharmacovigilance systems.
- Pharmaceutical Economics: This course introduces economic principles applied to pharmaceutical decision-making, including cost-effectiveness analysis, health technology assessment, and value-based pricing. Students learn to assess the economic impact of new therapies on healthcare systems.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department strongly believes in project-based learning as a cornerstone of effective education. Projects are designed to integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines and provide students with hands-on experience that mirrors real-world challenges in the pharmaceutical industry.
Mini-projects are assigned during the second and third years, allowing students to apply concepts learned in class to practical problems. These projects often involve collaboration with faculty members or external partners, providing exposure to professional environments and research methodologies.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the program, requiring students to conduct independent research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. The project must demonstrate originality, depth of analysis, and relevance to current industry needs. Students present their findings at an annual symposium, where they receive feedback from peers and experts in the field.
Project selection involves a structured process that considers student interests, available resources, and alignment with departmental expertise. Faculty members mentor students throughout the project lifecycle, offering support in literature review, methodology development, data analysis, and presentation skills.