Curriculum Overview
The pharmacy program at Isbm University Gariyaband is meticulously designed to provide students with a robust foundation in pharmaceutical sciences while encouraging innovation and critical thinking. The curriculum is divided into eight semesters, each building upon the previous one to ensure comprehensive understanding and practical application.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHM101 | Basic Biology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM102 | General Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM103 | Mathematics for Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM104 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 1 | PHM105 | Pharmacognosy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM106 | Laboratory Practical I | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| 2 | PHM201 | Organic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | PHM102 |
| 2 | PHM202 | Pharmacology I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHM203 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHM204 | Biophysics and Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | PHM101 |
| 2 | PHM205 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHM206 | Laboratory Practical II | 0-0-3-1 | PHM106 |
| 3 | PHM301 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM202 |
| 3 | PHM302 | Pharmaceutics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM203 |
| 3 | PHM303 | Medicinal Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | PHM304 | Toxicology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | PHM305 | Pharmaceutical Analysis II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM205 |
| 3 | PHM306 | Laboratory Practical III | 0-0-3-1 | PHM206 |
| 4 | PHM401 | Medicinal Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM303 |
| 4 | PHM402 | Clinical Pharmacy I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM403 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM404 | Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM405 | Pharmacovigilance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM406 | Laboratory Practical IV | 0-0-3-1 | PHM306 |
| 5 | PHM501 | Clinical Pharmacy II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM402 |
| 5 | PHM502 | Drug Delivery Systems | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM503 | Natural Product Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM504 | Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM505 | Regulatory Affairs in Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM506 | Laboratory Practical V | 0-0-3-1 | PHM406 |
| 6 | PHM601 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PHM602 | Pharmacogenomics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PHM603 | Computational Pharmacology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PHM604 | Pharmaceutical Informatics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PHM605 | Advanced Drug Formulations | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 6 | PHM606 | Laboratory Practical VI | 0-0-3-1 | PHM506 |
| 7 | PHM701 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| 7 | PHM702 | Mini Project | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| 7 | PHM703 | Special Topics in Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 7 | PHM704 | Industry Internship | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| 8 | PHM801 | Final Year Thesis | 0-0-12-6 | PHM702 |
| 8 | PHM802 | Capstone Project | 0-0-12-6 | PHM704 |
Advanced departmental elective courses include:
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: Explores the application of biotechnology in drug discovery and development.
- Pharmacogenomics: Focuses on how genetic variations affect drug response.
- Computational Pharmacology: Utilizes computational tools to study drug interactions and mechanisms.
- Pharmaceutical Informatics: Applies information technology in pharmaceutical research and practice.
- Advanced Drug Formulations: Covers the development of novel dosage forms and delivery systems.
- Regulatory Affairs in Pharmacy: Provides insights into regulatory frameworks governing drug approval.
- Pharmacovigilance: Emphasizes monitoring and assessing adverse effects of drugs post-market.
- Drug Delivery Systems: Focuses on developing methods for targeted drug administration.
- Natural Product Chemistry: Explores the chemical composition and therapeutic potential of natural compounds.
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology: Studies microorganisms involved in pharmaceutical processes and diseases.
The department emphasizes project-based learning through a structured approach involving mini-projects and a final-year thesis. Mini-projects are undertaken during the seventh semester and involve working on real-world problems under faculty supervision. The final-year thesis is a comprehensive research endeavor that requires students to conduct original research and present findings in a formal report.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Our department believes that project-based learning enhances critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and collaboration among students. Each project follows a defined structure involving planning, execution, evaluation, and presentation phases.
The scope of these projects is broad and includes research proposals, case studies, product development, policy analysis, and field investigations. Evaluation criteria include innovation, scientific rigor, clarity of presentation, and practical relevance.
Students are encouraged to select projects aligned with their interests and career goals. Faculty mentors are assigned based on expertise and availability to ensure proper guidance throughout the project lifecycle.