Comprehensive Course Structure
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | PHM101 | Chemistry for Pharmacy I | 3-0-2-5 | - |
| PHM102 | Biology for Pharmacy I | 3-0-2-5 | - | |
| PHM103 | Mathematics for Pharmacy I | 3-0-2-5 | - | |
| PHM104 | Pharmacy Practice I | 2-0-2-4 | - | |
| II | PHM201 | Chemistry for Pharmacy II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM101 |
| PHM202 | Biology for Pharmacy II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM102 | |
| PHM203 | Physics for Pharmacy I | 3-0-2-5 | - | |
| PHM204 | Pharmacy Practice II | 2-0-2-4 | PHM104 | |
| III | PHM301 | Medicinal Chemistry I | 3-0-2-5 | PHM201, PHM202 |
| PHM302 | Pharmacognosy I | 3-0-2-5 | PHM202 | |
| PHM303 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-0-2-5 | PHM101, PHM201 | |
| PHM304 | Clinical Pharmacy I | 2-0-2-4 | - | |
| IV | PHM401 | Medicinal Chemistry II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM301 |
| PHM402 | Pharmacognosy II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM302 | |
| PHM403 | Pharmaceutical Analysis II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM303 | |
| PHM404 | Clinical Pharmacy II | 2-0-2-4 | PHM304 | |
| V | PHM501 | Pharmacology I | 3-0-2-5 | PHM301, PHM302 |
| PHM502 | Toxicology | 3-0-2-5 | - | |
| PHM503 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology I | 3-0-2-5 | PHM301, PHM302 | |
| PHM504 | Drug Development and Formulation I | 2-0-2-4 | - | |
| VI | PHM601 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM501 |
| PHM602 | Regulatory Affairs | 3-0-2-5 | - | |
| PHM603 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology II | 3-0-2-5 | PHM503 | |
| PHM604 | Drug Development and Formulation II | 2-0-2-4 | PHM504 | |
| VII | PHM701 | Advanced Medicinal Chemistry | 3-0-2-5 | PHM401, PHM601 |
| PHM702 | Advanced Pharmacognosy | 3-0-2-5 | PHM402, PHM603 | |
| PHM703 | Pharmaceutical Analysis III | 3-0-2-5 | PHM403 | |
| PHM704 | Clinical Pharmacy III | 2-0-2-4 | PHM404, PHM601 | |
| VIII | PHM801 | Research Methodology | 3-0-2-5 | - |
| PHM802 | Capstone Project | 4-0-0-4 | - | |
| PHM803 | Industrial Training | 0-0-6-6 | - | |
| PHM804 | Internship | 0-0-12-12 | - |
Detailed Course Descriptions
Medicinal Chemistry I: This course introduces students to the principles of medicinal chemistry, focusing on structure-activity relationships, drug design, and the chemical properties of pharmaceutical compounds. Students learn about various drug classes and their mechanisms of action.
Pharmacognosy I: This foundational course explores the identification, isolation, and characterization of bioactive compounds from natural sources. Students study medicinal plants and their traditional uses, as well as modern analytical techniques for drug discovery.
Pharmaceutical Analysis I: This course covers fundamental analytical methods used in pharmaceutical quality control. Students learn about spectroscopy, chromatography, and other instrumental techniques essential for drug testing and analysis.
Clinical Pharmacy I: This introductory course provides students with an overview of clinical pharmacy practice. Topics include patient care, medication therapy management, and the role of pharmacists in healthcare teams.
Pharmacology I: This course delves into the mechanisms of drug action at the cellular and molecular level. Students study how drugs interact with biological systems and the therapeutic uses of various pharmaceutical agents.
Toxicology: This course examines the adverse effects of chemical substances on living organisms. Students learn about toxicological principles, risk assessment, and the importance of safety in drug development and usage.
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology I: This course introduces students to biotechnological applications in pharmaceutical research and development. Topics include recombinant DNA technology, protein engineering, and biopharmaceuticals.
Drug Development and Formulation I: This course explores the process of developing new drugs from discovery to market. Students study formulation science, drug delivery systems, and regulatory aspects of pharmaceutical development.
Advanced Medicinal Chemistry: This advanced course focuses on complex drug design principles and modern synthetic methodologies. Students learn about computational drug design, structure-based drug design, and novel therapeutic approaches.
Advanced Pharmacognosy: This course deepens students' understanding of natural product chemistry and drug discovery. It covers advanced techniques for isolation and characterization of bioactive compounds from diverse sources.
Pharmaceutical Analysis III: This advanced analytical course covers sophisticated instrumental methods used in pharmaceutical quality control. Students learn about advanced chromatography, mass spectrometry, and other modern analytical techniques.
Clinical Pharmacy III: This advanced clinical pharmacy course focuses on complex patient care scenarios and medication therapy optimization. Students engage in case studies and clinical decision-making exercises.
Research Methodology: This course provides students with essential research skills and knowledge. Topics include experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, and ethical considerations in pharmaceutical research.
Capstone Project: The capstone project is a comprehensive research initiative that integrates all aspects of the Pharmacy program. Students work on an original research topic under faculty supervision, culminating in a detailed report and presentation.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The Department of Pharmacy at Quantum University Roorkee embraces a project-based learning approach that emphasizes hands-on experience and real-world problem-solving. This methodology is designed to develop critical thinking skills and practical competencies essential for success in the pharmaceutical field.
The mini-projects are introduced during the second year, allowing students to explore specific areas of interest while building foundational research skills. These projects typically last 4-6 weeks and require students to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and present their findings to faculty and peers.
The final-year thesis/capstone project is a significant component of the program, providing students with the opportunity to conduct independent research under the guidance of experienced faculty members. The capstone project typically spans 12-16 weeks and requires students to propose a research question, design an appropriate methodology, execute experiments or studies, analyze results, and prepare a comprehensive final report.
Students select their projects based on their interests and career aspirations, with faculty mentors chosen based on expertise in relevant areas. The project selection process involves multiple stages including proposal development, mentor matching, and progress reviews to ensure that students receive appropriate guidance throughout their research journey.