Curriculum Overview

The Pharmacy program at P K University Shivpuri is structured to provide students with a robust foundation in pharmaceutical sciences while encouraging innovation and research. The curriculum spans four years and includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions.

Course Details

Semester	Course Code	Course Title	Credit (L-T-P-C)	Prerequisites
1	PH101	Chemistry I	3-0-2-4	None
1	PH102	Biology I	3-0-2-4	None
1	PH103	Mathematics I	3-0-2-4	None
1	PH104	Physics I	3-0-2-4	None
1	PH105	Chemistry Lab I	0-0-4-2	PH101
2	PH201	Organic Chemistry II	3-0-2-4	PH101
2	PH202	Biology II	3-0-2-4	PH102
2	PH203	Biochemistry	3-0-2-4	PH102
2	PH204	Mathematics II	3-0-2-4	PH103
2	PH205	Organic Chemistry Lab II	0-0-4-2	PH201
3	PH301	Pharmacology I	3-0-2-4	PH202, PH203
3	PH302	Medicinal Chemistry I	3-0-2-4	PH201, PH203
3	PH303	Pharmaceutical Analysis I	3-0-2-4	PH101, PH201
3	PH304	Pharmacognosy	3-0-2-4	PH202
3	PH305	Pharmacology Lab I	0-0-4-2	PH301
4	PH401	Pharmacology II	3-0-2-4	PH301
4	PH402	Medicinal Chemistry II	3-0-2-4	PH302
4	PH403	Pharmaceutical Analysis II	3-0-2-4	PH303
4	PH404	Drug Delivery Systems	3-0-2-4	PH301, PH302
4	PH405	Pharmacology Lab II	0-0-4-2	PH401
5	PH501	Clinical Pharmacy	3-0-2-4	PH401
5	PH502	Biopharmaceutics	3-0-2-4	PH404
5	PH503	Regulatory Affairs	3-0-2-4	PH401, PH403
5	PH504	Pharmaceutical Microbiology	3-0-2-4	PH202
5	PH505	Clinical Pharmacy Lab	0-0-4-2	PH501
6	PH601	Advanced Medicinal Chemistry	3-0-2-4	PH402
6	PH602	Pharmacokinetics	3-0-2-4	PH401
6	PH603	Pharmaceutical Formulation	3-0-2-4	PH404
6	PH604	Pharmacogenomics	3-0-2-4	PH501
6	PH605	Advanced Biopharmaceutics Lab	0-0-4-2	PH502
7	PH701	Drug Discovery and Development	3-0-2-4	PH601, PH602
7	PH702	Computational Chemistry	3-0-2-4	PH601
7	PH703	Pharmaceutical Economics	3-0-2-4	PH503
7	PH704	Pharmaceutical Quality Control	3-0-2-4	PH603
7	PH705	Research Methodology	3-0-2-4	None
8	PH801	Capstone Project	0-0-6-6	PH701, PH702, PH703, PH704

Advanced Departmental Electives

These advanced courses are designed to deepen students' understanding and specialization within the field of pharmacy:

• Advanced Medicinal Chemistry: This course delves into modern synthetic strategies, computational modeling, and drug design techniques. Students gain hands-on experience in developing novel therapeutic agents with enhanced efficacy and reduced side effects.
• Pharmacokinetics: Focuses on how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted by the body. This course covers mathematical models used to predict drug behavior and optimize dosing regimens for different patient populations.
• Pharmaceutical Formulation: Emphasizes the development of dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, injectables, and topical preparations. Students learn about excipient selection, stability testing, and manufacturing processes in a controlled environment.
• Pharmacogenomics: Explores the relationship between genetic variations and drug response. Students analyze genetic markers that influence medication efficacy and safety, preparing them for personalized medicine applications.
• Drug Discovery and Development: Provides an overview of the entire drug discovery pipeline from target identification to clinical trials. Students engage in case studies of successful and failed drug development projects to understand real-world challenges.
• Computational Chemistry: Integrates computer science with chemistry to simulate molecular interactions and predict properties of potential drugs. This course equips students with skills in molecular docking, QSAR modeling, and virtual screening techniques.
• Pharmaceutical Economics: Analyzes the economic aspects of drug development and pricing strategies. Students learn about cost-effectiveness analysis, budget impact models, and health economics principles relevant to pharmaceutical markets.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Control: Focuses on ensuring that drugs meet regulatory standards for safety, purity, and potency. Students gain expertise in analytical methods, quality assurance protocols, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

The department strongly believes in project-based learning as a means to enhance practical understanding and foster innovation among students. The curriculum includes both mini-projects and a final-year capstone project that allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Mini-Projects

In the third year, students work on a mini-project under faculty guidance. These projects are typically focused on specific areas such as drug synthesis, formulation development, or analytical method validation. The scope is broad, enabling students to explore their interests while gaining valuable experience.

Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project

The final-year capstone project provides an opportunity for students to conduct in-depth research on a topic of interest. Students collaborate closely with faculty mentors and often work with industry partners or research institutions. The project culminates in a presentation and defense before an evaluation panel, showcasing the student's ability to contribute meaningfully to the field.