Course Structure Overview
The Pharmacy program at Oriental University Indore spans four years with eight semesters. Each semester includes a mix of core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions. The program emphasizes a balanced approach between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHAR101 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHAR102 | Organic Chemistry I | 4-0-0-4 | - |
| 1 | PHAR103 | Basic Biology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHAR104 | Physics for Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| 1 | PHAR105 | Chemistry Lab I | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 1 | PHAR106 | Biology Lab | 0-0-2-2 | - |
| 2 | PHAR201 | Pharmacology I | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR102, PHAR103 |
| 2 | PHAR202 | Medicinal Chemistry I | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR102 |
| 2 | PHAR203 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR102, PHAR105 |
| 2 | PHAR204 | Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | PHAR103 |
| 2 | PHAR205 | Pharmacology Lab I | 0-0-2-2 | PHAR201 |
| 2 | PHAR206 | Medicinal Chemistry Lab I | 0-0-2-2 | PHAR202 |
| 3 | PHAR301 | Clinical Pharmacy | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR201, PHAR202 |
| 3 | PHAR302 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry II | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR202 |
| 3 | PHAR303 | Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR201 |
| 3 | PHAR304 | Pharmaceutical Technology I | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR203 |
| 3 | PHAR305 | Clinical Pharmacy Lab | 0-0-2-2 | PHAR301 |
| 3 | PHAR306 | Pharmacology & Toxicology | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR201 |
| 4 | PHAR401 | Drug Development | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR302, PHAR303 |
| 4 | PHAR402 | Regulatory Affairs | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR201 |
| 4 | PHAR403 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR302 |
| 4 | PHAR404 | Pharmaceutical Marketing | 3-0-0-3 | PHAR301 |
| 4 | PHAR405 | Nanopharmaceuticals | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR302 |
| 4 | PHAR406 | Pharmaceutical Technology II | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR304 |
| 5 | PHAR501 | Advanced Pharmacology | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR201 |
| 5 | PHAR502 | Pharmaceutical Research Methods | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR303 |
| 5 | PHAR503 | Drug Design & Development | 4-0-0-4 | PHAR302, PHAR401 |
| 5 | PHAR504 | Pharmaceutical Economics | 3-0-0-3 | PHAR404 |
| 5 | PHAR505 | Public Health Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | PHAR301 |
| 5 | PHAR506 | Pharmaceutical Ethics & Law | 3-0-0-3 | PHAR201 |
| 6 | PHAR601 | Mini Project I | 0-0-2-2 | PHAR502 |
| 6 | PHAR602 | Mini Project II | 0-0-2-2 | PHAR502 |
| 7 | PHAR701 | Internship | 0-0-6-6 | PHAR401, PHAR402 |
| 8 | PHAR801 | Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 0-0-4-4 | PHAR502 |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
Pharmacogenomics: This course explores how genetic variations influence drug response and individualized treatment approaches. Students learn to interpret genetic markers and apply them in clinical decision-making.
Drug Delivery Systems: Focuses on novel technologies for targeted drug delivery, including nanoparticles, liposomes, and controlled-release formulations. Practical sessions involve formulation development and evaluation techniques.
Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology: Covers the synthesis and application of nanomaterials in pharmaceutical contexts. Topics include biosensors, drug targeting, and therapeutic applications of nanomedicine.
Computational Drug Design: Introduces molecular modeling and simulation techniques for predicting drug interactions and designing new compounds. Students use software tools like AutoDock and MOE to analyze protein-ligand binding.
Pharmaceutical Policy & Regulation: Examines regulatory frameworks governing pharmaceutical products globally, including FDA and EMA guidelines. Students learn about risk assessment, compliance strategies, and drug approval processes.
Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing: Provides insights into the production of biologics such as monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins. Emphasis is placed on quality control, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and scale-up considerations.
Personalized Medicine: Explores how genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics can be used to tailor treatments to individual patients. Students engage with case studies and ethical dilemmas related to personalized therapy.
Pharmaceutical Marketing & Sales: Teaches principles of marketing pharmaceutical products, including market research, brand management, and sales strategies tailored for healthcare professionals.
Health Informatics in Pharmacy: Integrates information technology with pharmacy practice. Students learn to use electronic health records (EHRs), clinical decision support systems, and data analytics for improving patient outcomes.
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: Focuses on ensuring product safety and efficacy through rigorous testing and monitoring procedures. Includes topics like validation protocols, batch release criteria, and adverse event reporting.
Drug Safety & Risk Management: Examines strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with pharmaceutical products throughout their lifecycle. Students learn to conduct risk-benefit analyses and prepare safety reports.
Public Health Pharmacy: Addresses community-level health issues and interventions. Students develop skills in program planning, implementation, and evaluation within public health settings.
Pharmaceutical Economics: Analyzes the economic impact of pharmaceutical innovations on healthcare systems. Topics include cost-effectiveness analysis, budget impact modeling, and value-based pricing strategies.
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Teaches techniques for measuring drug concentrations in biological fluids to optimize therapy. Students gain hands-on experience with HPLC, LC-MS, and immunoassay methods.
Global Health & Pharmacy Practice: Explores the role of pharmacy in global health initiatives. Students examine challenges in low-resource settings and learn about international collaborations and standards.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Oriental University Indore believes in empowering students through experiential learning. The project-based approach is embedded throughout the curriculum, starting from the second year with mini-projects and culminating in a final-year capstone thesis.
Mini projects are designed to allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems under faculty supervision. These projects typically span 2–3 months and involve small teams working on specific research questions or case studies. Students must present their findings at mid-term reviews, which helps refine their communication skills and scientific reasoning.
The final-year thesis is a comprehensive independent research project that allows students to delve deeply into an area of interest. Students select topics in consultation with faculty mentors, conduct literature reviews, design experiments, collect data, and write a detailed report. The process culminates in a formal presentation before a panel of experts.
Faculty mentors are selected based on expertise and availability, ensuring that students receive guidance aligned with their interests and career goals. Each student is paired with at least one mentor during the project phase, with opportunities for collaboration across departments.