Curriculum Overview
The curriculum for the Pharmacy program at North East Christian University Dimapur is meticulously designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and their practical applications. The program spans eight semesters, each building upon the previous one to ensure a progressive learning experience.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHM101 | Chemistry Fundamentals | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM102 | Biology for Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM103 | Introduction to Pharmacology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM104 | Organic Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM105 | Basic Physics for Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHM106 | Pharmaceutical Mathematics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHM201 | Organic Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM104 |
| 2 | PHM202 | Pharmacognosy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHM203 | Medicinal Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | PHM104 |
| 2 | PHM204 | Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 2 | PHM205 | Pharmacology I | 3-0-0-3 | PHM103 |
| 2 | PHM206 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | PHM301 | Medicinal Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM203 |
| 3 | PHM302 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM205 |
| 3 | PHM303 | Pharmaceutics II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM206 |
| 3 | PHM304 | Pharmacognosy II | 3-0-0-3 | PHM202 |
| 3 | PHM305 | Drug Delivery Systems | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 3 | PHM306 | Pharmacovigilance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM401 | Clinical Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | PHM205, PHM302 |
| 4 | PHM402 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | PHM204 |
| 4 | PHM403 | Regulatory Affairs | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM404 | Industrial Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM405 | Pharmaceutical Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 4 | PHM406 | Pharmaceutical Quality Control | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM501 | Advanced Drug Design | 3-0-0-3 | PHM301, PHM402 |
| 5 | PHM502 | Pharmacokinetics | 3-0-0-3 | PHM302 |
| 5 | PHM503 | Pharmacodynamics | 3-0-0-3 | PHM302 |
| 5 | PHM504 | Research Methodology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM505 | Pharmaceutical Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 5 | PHM506 | Advanced Pharmaceutics | 3-0-0-3 | PHM303 |
| 6 | PHM601 | Mini Project I | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| 6 | PHM602 | Mini Project II | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| 6 | PHM603 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| 6 | PHM604 | Clinical Pharmacy Lab | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| 6 | PHM605 | Industrial Pharmacy Lab | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| 6 | PHM606 | Research Lab | 0-0-3-2 | - |
| 7 | PHM701 | Internship | 0-0-6-4 | - |
| 7 | PHM702 | Final Year Thesis | 0-0-6-4 | - |
| 8 | PHM801 | Capstone Project | 0-0-6-4 | - |
| 8 | PHM802 | Professional Development | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 8 | PHM803 | Industry Exposure Program | 3-0-0-3 | - |
In addition to the core curriculum, students are offered a variety of advanced departmental electives. These include:
- Advanced Drug Design: This course delves into molecular modeling, structure-based drug design, and computational chemistry techniques used in modern drug development.
- Pharmacokinetics: Students explore how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted in the body, with a focus on mathematical modeling and clinical applications.
- Pharmacodynamics: This course examines the biochemical and physiological effects of drugs and their mechanisms of action at cellular and molecular levels.
- Research Methodology: A comprehensive guide to research design, data analysis, hypothesis testing, and scientific writing tailored for pharmacy students.
- Pharmaceutical Ethics: An exploration of ethical dilemmas in pharmaceutical practice, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and professional responsibility.
- Advanced Pharmaceutics: Focuses on novel formulations, controlled release systems, and nanotechnology applications in drug delivery.
- Pharmacogenomics: Covers genetic variations affecting drug response and personalized medicine approaches.
- Drug Safety and Risk Management: Students learn about adverse event reporting, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
- Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs: Introduces students to the regulatory landscape governing pharmaceutical products in India and internationally.
- Biopharmaceuticals: Explores the development and manufacturing of biologic drugs including monoclonal antibodies, vaccines, and gene therapies.
The department's philosophy on project-based learning emphasizes experiential education through hands-on research and practical applications. Mini-projects are conducted in the 6th semester and involve working on real-world problems identified by industry partners or faculty members. The final-year thesis/capstone project is a culmination of all learnings, where students conduct independent research under faculty supervision.
Students select their projects based on interest and availability of faculty mentors. The evaluation criteria include the clarity of objectives, methodology, data interpretation, presentation quality, and contribution to knowledge or industry practice. The final project must demonstrate both technical proficiency and creative problem-solving abilities.