Curriculum
The B.Tech in Pharmacy program at Gyanodaya University Neemuch is structured to provide a comprehensive foundation in pharmaceutical sciences while allowing students to specialize in areas of interest. The curriculum is divided into eight semesters, each building upon previous knowledge and introducing new concepts relevant to modern pharmacy practice.
Course Structure Overview
The program includes core science subjects, foundational pharmacy courses, departmental electives, and laboratory sessions designed to enhance practical skills. Students are exposed to diverse disciplines including chemistry, biology, mathematics, pharmacology, toxicology, and pharmaceutical analysis.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PCH101 | Chemistry for Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | PBI101 | Biology for Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | PMA101 | Mathematics for Pharmacy I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 1 | PCH102 | Chemistry Lab I | 0-0-3-1.5 | PCH101 |
| 1 | PBI102 | Biology Lab I | 0-0-3-1.5 | PBI101 |
| 2 | PCH201 | Chemistry for Pharmacy II | 3-1-0-4 | PCH101 |
| 2 | PBI201 | Biology for Pharmacy II | 3-1-0-4 | PBI101 |
| 2 | PMA201 | Mathematics for Pharmacy II | 3-1-0-4 | PMA101 |
| 2 | PCH202 | Chemistry Lab II | 0-0-3-1.5 | PCH102 |
| 2 | PBI202 | Biology Lab II | 0-0-3-1.5 | PBI102 |
| 3 | PPH301 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry I | 3-1-0-4 | PCH201 |
| 3 | PPH302 | Pharmacognosy I | 3-1-0-4 | PBI201 |
| 3 | PPH303 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 3 | PPH304 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab I | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH301 |
| 3 | PPH305 | Pharmacognosy Lab I | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH302 |
| 4 | PPH401 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry II | 3-1-0-4 | PPH301 |
| 4 | PPH402 | Pharmacognosy II | 3-1-0-4 | PPH302 |
| 4 | PPH403 | Pharmaceutics II | 3-1-0-4 | PPH303 |
| 4 | PPH404 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab II | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH304 |
| 4 | PPH405 | Pharmacognosy Lab II | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH305 |
| 5 | PPH501 | Pharmacology I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | PPH502 | Toxicology I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | PPH503 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 5 | PPH504 | Pharmacology Lab I | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH501 |
| 5 | PPH505 | Toxicology Lab I | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH502 |
| 6 | PPH601 | Pharmacology II | 3-1-0-4 | PPH501 |
| 6 | PPH602 | Toxicology II | 3-1-0-4 | PPH502 |
| 6 | PPH603 | Pharmaceutical Analysis II | 3-1-0-4 | PPH503 |
| 6 | PPH604 | Pharmacology Lab II | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH504 |
| 6 | PPH605 | Toxicology Lab II | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH505 |
| 7 | PPH701 | Drug Discovery & Development | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 7 | PPH702 | Clinical Pharmacy | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 7 | PPH703 | Regulatory Affairs | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 7 | PPH704 | Biopharmaceuticals | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| 7 | PPH705 | Drug Discovery Lab | 0-0-3-1.5 | PPH701 |
| 8 | PPH801 | Capstone Project | 0-0-6-6 | - |
Advanced Departmental Electives
Students can choose from a variety of advanced departmental electives that align with their career interests and academic strengths:
- Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine: This course explores how genetic variations influence drug response, focusing on individualized treatment strategies. Students learn to interpret genomic data and apply it to therapeutic decision-making, using tools such as pharmacokinetic modeling and personalized dosing algorithms.
- Drug Delivery Systems: Designed to understand the science behind targeted drug delivery mechanisms, this course covers microencapsulation techniques, controlled release systems, and transdermal patches. Students engage in hands-on experiments involving polymer-based formulations and nanotechnology applications.
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: This module integrates biotechnology principles with pharmaceutical sciences, examining the development of biopharmaceuticals such as monoclonal antibodies and gene therapies. It includes laboratory sessions on recombinant DNA technology and protein purification techniques.
- Regulatory Affairs in Drug Development: Focused on navigating regulatory frameworks globally, this course covers FDA guidelines, ICH standards, and international compliance requirements. Students gain experience in preparing regulatory submissions and understanding risk management strategies.
- Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: Emphasizing quality control and assurance in manufacturing processes, this course teaches students to implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), perform batch testing, and ensure product safety through rigorous analytical methods.
- Advanced Medicinal Chemistry: This course delves into the design and synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, exploring molecular structure-activity relationships and drug optimization strategies. Students engage in computational modeling and experimental design to develop new drug candidates.
- Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics: A comprehensive study of how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted by the body, along with their biological effects. This course includes advanced mathematical modeling and case studies involving clinical applications.
- Natural Product Chemistry: Explores the chemical diversity of natural compounds and their potential in drug discovery. Students learn extraction techniques, isolation methods, and structural elucidation using spectroscopic tools.
- Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurship: Introduces students to the business aspects of pharmaceutical innovation, including intellectual property protection, startup formation, and venture capital funding strategies.
- Healthcare Policy and Ethics: Examines ethical dilemmas in healthcare delivery and regulatory policies affecting pharmaceutical access. Students analyze current debates around drug pricing, global health disparities, and public policy implementation.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's philosophy on project-based learning is rooted in experiential education that mirrors real-world challenges. Mini-projects begin in the second year and culminate in a capstone thesis in the final year. These projects are selected based on student interest, faculty expertise, and industry relevance.
Mini-projects typically last one semester and involve small teams of 3-5 students working under faculty supervision. Evaluation criteria include innovation, feasibility, scientific rigor, and presentation quality. Students must submit a progress report at mid-semester and present findings at the end of the project.
The final-year thesis is a significant undertaking that allows students to conduct independent research or develop a comprehensive solution to a problem in pharmaceutical science. Faculty mentors are assigned based on student preferences and project alignment with departmental strengths. Projects often involve collaboration with industry partners or research institutions, providing exposure to professional environments.