Course Structure Overview
The Pharmacy program at Indus International Uniersity Una spans four years and consists of eight semesters. Each semester includes a mix of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to provide comprehensive academic exposure and practical experience.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PH101 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | CH101 | General Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | BI101 | Biology for Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PH102 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | CH101 |
| 1 | PH103 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PH104 | Pharmacy Laboratory I | 0-0-6-2 | - |
| 1 | PH105 | Organic Chemistry Lab | 0-0-6-2 | CH101 |
| 2 | PH201 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PH102 |
| 2 | PH202 | Medicinal Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | PH102 |
| 2 | PH203 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-0-3 | PH103 |
| 2 | PH204 | Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PH205 | Pharmacy Laboratory II | 0-0-6-2 | PH104 |
| 2 | PH206 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | PH301 | Medicinal Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PH202 |
| 3 | PH302 | Pharmacokinetics | 3-0-0-3 | PH203 |
| 3 | PH303 | Toxicology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | PH304 | Pharmaceutical Formulation | 3-0-0-3 | PH201 |
| 3 | PH305 | Pharmacy Laboratory III | 0-0-6-2 | PH205 |
| 3 | PH306 | Pharmacognosy I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PH401 | Drug Delivery Systems | 3-0-0-3 | PH304 |
| 4 | PH402 | Pharmacogenomics | 3-0-0-3 | PH203 |
| 4 | PH403 | Pharmaceutical Technology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PH404 | Clinical Pharmacy Practice | 3-0-0-3 | PH203 |
| 4 | PH405 | Pharmacy Laboratory IV | 0-0-6-2 | PH305 |
| 4 | PH406 | Pharmacognosy II | 3-0-0-3 | PH306 |
| 5 | PH501 | Regulatory Affairs | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PH502 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PH503 | Pharmaceutical Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PH504 | Pharmacy Informatics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PH505 | Public Health Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PH506 | Pharmacy Research Project | 0-0-12-4 | PH405 |
| 6 | PH601 | Advanced Drug Design | 3-0-0-3 | PH301 |
| 6 | PH602 | Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PH603 | Pharmacovigilance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PH604 | Pharmaceutical Economics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PH605 | Pharmacy Ethics and Professionalism | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PH606 | Internship Program | 0-0-12-4 | - |
| 7 | PH701 | Pharmaceutical Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | PH702 | Advanced Clinical Practice | 3-0-0-3 | PH404 |
| 7 | PH703 | Pharmaceutical Policy and Governance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | PH704 | Research Thesis | 0-0-18-6 | PH506 |
| 7 | PH705 | Capstone Project | 0-0-12-4 | - |
| 8 | PH801 | Final Capstone Presentation | 0-0-6-2 | PH704 |
| 8 | PH802 | Graduation Ceremony and Career Counseling | 0-0-3-1 | - |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The following departmental electives are offered in the later semesters to deepen students' understanding of specialized areas within pharmacy:
- Advanced Drug Design: This course explores computational methods for drug discovery, including molecular modeling, docking studies, and virtual screening techniques. Students learn how to predict and optimize drug-target interactions using advanced software tools.
- Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: This course covers principles of quality control in pharmaceutical manufacturing, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory compliance, and risk assessment methodologies.
- Pharmacovigilance: Students study adverse drug reaction reporting systems, signal detection methods, and pharmacovigilance databases. The course emphasizes real-world applications in post-marketing surveillance and safety monitoring.
- Pharmaceutical Economics: This elective introduces students to cost-effectiveness analysis, budget impact modeling, and economic evaluation of pharmaceutical interventions. It prepares them for roles in health economics and outcomes research.
- Pharmacy Ethics and Professionalism: This course addresses ethical dilemmas in pharmacy practice, professional responsibilities, and the importance of integrity in healthcare delivery. Students engage in case studies and discussions to develop moral reasoning skills.
- Pharmaceutical Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Designed to inspire innovation, this course explores how new technologies can be translated into marketable products. It includes entrepreneurship training, business plan development, and mentorship opportunities with industry leaders.
- Advanced Clinical Practice: This elective enhances clinical decision-making abilities through simulated patient scenarios, case-based learning, and interaction with healthcare professionals in real-world settings.
- Pharmaceutical Policy and Governance: Students examine the structure of health systems, regulatory frameworks, and policy development processes affecting pharmaceutical care. It includes analysis of global trends and local implementation strategies.
- Pharmaceutical Informatics: This course introduces students to data management systems, electronic health records (EHR), and decision support tools in pharmacy practice. Students gain hands-on experience with databases and analytical software.
- Public Health Pharmacy: Focused on community-based care, this elective covers epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, and social determinants of health. It prepares students for roles in public health initiatives and policy advocacy.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The pharmacy program at Indus International Uniersity Una emphasizes project-based learning as a core component of the educational experience. This approach fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration among students while aligning with real-world challenges in pharmaceutical science.
Mini Projects (Semesters 3-6): These projects are designed to give students early exposure to research methodologies and practical applications. Each project is assigned based on student interests and faculty expertise. Mini projects involve literature review, hypothesis formation, data collection, analysis, and presentation skills development.
Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project (Semester 7-8): The capstone project is the culmination of the student's academic journey. It involves selecting a research topic under faculty guidance, conducting in-depth investigation, and presenting findings to peers and experts. Projects often lead to publications, patents, or further research opportunities.
Students are encouraged to work in teams to simulate collaborative environments found in industry settings. The evaluation criteria include originality of approach, depth of research, clarity of communication, and adherence to scientific standards.