Pharmacy Curriculum at Malwanchal University Indore
The Pharmacy program at Malwanchal University Indore is structured to provide a comprehensive and progressive educational experience that equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for success in the pharmaceutical industry. The curriculum is designed to build upon foundational concepts from the first year through to advanced specializations in the final year, ensuring a smooth academic journey.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | PHM101 | Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHM102 | Biology I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHM103 | Physics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHM104 | Mathematics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHM105 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| I | PHM106 | Chemistry Lab I | 0-0-3-1 | PHM101 |
| I | PHM107 | Biology Lab I | 0-0-3-1 | PHM102 |
| II | PHM201 | Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM101 |
| II | PHM202 | Biology II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM102 |
| II | PHM203 | Physics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM103 |
| II | PHM204 | Mathematics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM104 |
| II | PHM205 | Pharmacology I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | PHM206 | Medicinal Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | PHM207 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | PHM208 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| II | PHM209 | Chemistry Lab II | 0-0-3-1 | PHM201 |
| II | PHM210 | Biology Lab II | 0-0-3-1 | PHM202 |
| III | PHM301 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM205 |
| III | PHM302 | Medicinal Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM206 |
| III | PHM303 | Pharmaceutical Analysis II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM207 |
| III | PHM304 | Pharmaceutics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM208 |
| III | PHM305 | Clinical Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHM306 | Biopharmaceutics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHM307 | Pharmacokinetics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHM308 | Drug Development Principles | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHM309 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab | 0-0-3-1 | PHM302 |
| III | PHM310 | Pharmacology Lab | 0-0-3-1 | PHM301 |
| IV | PHM401 | Regulatory Affairs | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHM402 | Pharmacovigilance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHM403 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHM404 | Advanced Drug Delivery Systems | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHM405 | Pharmaceutical Research Methods | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHM406 | Natural Product Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHM407 | Pharmaceutical Ethics and Law | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| IV | PHM408 | Mini Project I | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| V | PHM501 | Advanced Formulation Techniques | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | PHM502 | Clinical Pharmacokinetics | 3-0-0-3 | PHM307 |
| V | PHM503 | Drug Discovery and Development | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | PHM504 | Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | PHM505 | Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| V | PHM506 | Mini Project II | 0-0-6-3 | PHM408 |
| V | PHM507 | Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | PHM508 | Special Topics in Pharmacy | 2-0-0-2 | - |
| VI | PHM601 | Internship | 0-0-12-6 | - |
| VII | PHM701 | Final Year Project / Thesis | 0-0-12-8 | - |
| VIII | PHM801 | Capstone Presentation | 0-0-3-2 | PHM701 |
The department places significant emphasis on project-based learning, which begins in the third year with mini-projects and culminates in a final-year thesis or capstone project. Students are required to select a research topic aligned with their interests and receive mentorship from faculty members.
Mini-projects in the fifth semester involve small-scale investigations into areas such as drug formulation optimization, pharmacokinetic modeling, or natural product isolation. These projects are assessed based on methodology, data analysis, and presentation quality.
The final-year thesis or capstone project allows students to engage in in-depth research or applied development under faculty supervision. Topics may range from novel drug delivery systems to regulatory compliance frameworks for pharmaceutical products.
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
Several advanced elective courses are offered to enrich the learning experience and allow specialization within the broader field of pharmacy:
Pharmacovigilance: This course covers adverse drug reaction reporting, signal detection, risk management strategies, and regulatory compliance in pharmacovigilance. Students gain hands-on experience with databases like FAERS (FDA Adverse Event Reporting System) and learn how to conduct safety assessments.
Drug Delivery Systems: Focused on designing and evaluating controlled-release formulations, nanocarriers, transdermal patches, and implantable devices. The course includes lab sessions where students prepare and test different delivery systems using modern equipment.
Natural Product Chemistry: This elective explores the chemistry of plant-derived compounds, including isolation techniques, structural elucidation, and bioactivity screening. Students work on identifying and characterizing natural products with potential therapeutic applications.
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: Covers recombinant DNA technology, monoclonal antibodies, gene therapy, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. The course emphasizes the role of biotechnology in modern drug development and production.
Regulatory Affairs: This course provides an overview of global regulatory frameworks, including FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines. Students learn about application procedures, documentation requirements, and post-market surveillance activities.
Clinical Pharmacokinetics: Focuses on how drugs behave in the human body, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME). The course integrates pharmacokinetic modeling with clinical data to optimize dosing regimens.
Advanced Formulation Techniques: Covers modern formulation approaches such as microencapsulation, solid dispersions, and lyophilization. Students learn to design formulations for various routes of administration and evaluate their stability and efficacy.
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: Addresses Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), quality control procedures, and validation protocols. The course includes laboratory sessions on testing methods, batch documentation, and regulatory inspections.
Pharmaceutical Ethics and Law: Examines ethical principles in pharmacy practice, legal frameworks governing drug development, and responsibilities related to patient safety and informed consent.
Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management: Introduces concepts of marketing strategy, product lifecycle management, pricing strategies, and market analysis for pharmaceutical products. The course includes case studies from leading pharmaceutical companies.
Computational Pharmacology: Utilizes computational tools to predict drug-target interactions, design new molecules, and analyze pharmacological data. Students gain experience with software platforms like ChemDraw, AutoDock, and MOE.
Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology: Explores the application of nanomaterials in drug delivery, diagnostics, and therapeutics. The course includes lab experiments on nanoparticle synthesis, characterization, and functionalization techniques.
Special Topics in Pharmacy: Offers rotating topics such as personalized medicine, antimicrobial resistance, and sustainable pharmaceutical practices. This allows students to explore emerging trends and interdisciplinary approaches in pharmacy science.