Curriculum
The Industrial Pharmacy curriculum at SAGAR INSTITUTE OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES SAGAR MP is structured over eight semesters to provide a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and industry practices. The program includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory components.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credits (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | PHRM101 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM102 | Organic Chemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM103 | Pharmacognosy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM104 | Basic Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM105 | Pharmaceutical Analysis | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM106 | Introduction to Biochemistry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM107 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry I | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| I | PHRM108 | Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | - |
| II | PHRM201 | Pharmacology I | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM101, PHRM102, PHRM103 |
| II | PHRM202 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry II | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM107 |
| II | PHRM203 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM105, PHRM106 |
| II | PHRM204 | Pharmacognosy II | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM103 |
| II | PHRM205 | Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM104 |
| II | PHRM206 | Pharmaceutical Analysis II | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM105 |
| II | PHRM207 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry III | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM202 |
| II | PHRM208 | Pharmaceutics II Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM203 |
| III | PHRM301 | Pharmacology II | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM201 |
| III | PHRM302 | Pharmaceutical Engineering | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHRM303 | Pharmaceutics III | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM203 |
| III | PHRM304 | Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHRM305 | Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| III | PHRM306 | Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM106 |
| III | PHRM307 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry IV | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM207 |
| III | PHRM308 | Pharmaceutics III Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM303 |
| IV | PHRM401 | Pharmacology III | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM301 |
| IV | PHRM402 | Drug Delivery Systems | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHRM403 | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Processes | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM302 |
| IV | PHRM404 | Pharmaceutical Formulation Development | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHRM405 | Pharmacovigilance & Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| IV | PHRM406 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM306 |
| IV | PHRM407 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry V | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM307 |
| IV | PHRM408 | Pharmaceutics IV Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM303 |
| V | PHRM501 | Advanced Drug Delivery Systems | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM402 |
| V | PHRM502 | Process Optimization & Scale-Up | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM403 |
| V | PHRM503 | Regulatory Science & Compliance | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM305 |
| V | PHRM504 | Pharmaceutical Quality Control | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM304 |
| V | PHRM505 | Bioinformatics & Computational Pharmacology | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM306 |
| V | PHRM506 | Pharmaceutical Marketing & Commercialization | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| V | PHRM507 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry VI | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM407 |
| V | PHRM508 | Pharmaceutics V Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM408 |
| VI | PHRM601 | Pharmaceutical Research & Development | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | PHRM602 | Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | PHRM603 | Pharmaceutical Policy & Ethics | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | PHRM604 | Global Health & Access to Medicines | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | PHRM605 | Special Topics in Industrial Pharmacy | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | PHRM606 | Pharmaceutical Project Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VI | PHRM607 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry VII | 3-0-0-3 | PHRM507 |
| VI | PHRM608 | Pharmaceutics VI Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM508 |
| VII | PHRM701 | Advanced Research Project | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM702 | Internship in Pharmaceutical Industry | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM703 | Capstone Project | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM704 | Pharmaceutical Leadership & Communication | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM705 | Pharmaceutical Ethics & Regulatory Compliance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM706 | Pharmaceutical Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM707 | Pharmaceutical Technology Transfer | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VII | PHRM708 | Pharmaceutics VII Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM608 |
| VIII | PHRM801 | Pharmaceutical Industry Internship | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM802 | Pharmaceutical Thesis/Research | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM803 | Pharmaceutical Leadership & Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM804 | Pharmaceutical Innovation & Future Trends | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM805 | Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs & Compliance | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM806 | Pharmaceutical Marketing & Commercialization | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM807 | Pharmaceutical Ethics & Risk Management | 3-0-0-3 | - |
| VIII | PHRM808 | Pharmaceutics VIII Laboratory | 0-0-3-1 | PHRM708 |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
The department offers a range of advanced departmental elective courses designed to deepen students' understanding of specialized areas within Industrial Pharmacy:
- Advanced Drug Delivery Systems: This course explores innovative delivery mechanisms including nanoparticles, liposomes, and targeted therapy. Students learn about formulation strategies, biocompatibility issues, and regulatory aspects of novel drug delivery systems.
- Pharmaceutical Process Development: Focuses on the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for pharmaceutical products. Topics include process design, scale-up techniques, automation, and continuous manufacturing.
- Regulatory Science & Compliance: Provides in-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing pharmaceutical products globally. Students study FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines, and learn how to prepare regulatory submissions and manage compliance audits.
- Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: Covers principles and practices of ensuring product quality through rigorous testing, validation, and adherence to GMP standards. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratory settings and regulatory documentation.
- Bioinformatics & Computational Pharmacology: Integrates computational tools with pharmacological research. Students learn to use databases, molecular modeling software, and bioinformatics pipelines for drug discovery and development.
- Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurship: Prepares students to launch their own ventures in the pharmaceutical industry. The course covers business planning, intellectual property rights, funding strategies, and market analysis.
- Pharmaceutical Policy & Ethics: Explores ethical dilemmas and policy issues in pharmaceutical development and distribution. Students examine global health challenges, access to medicines, and the role of government in regulating the industry.
- Global Health & Access to Medicines: Addresses barriers to accessing essential medicines globally. Students study public health policies, pricing strategies, and international initiatives aimed at improving healthcare access.
- Pharmaceutical Marketing & Commercialization: Teaches students how to market pharmaceutical products effectively in competitive markets. Topics include branding, pricing strategies, sales forecasting, and customer relationship management.
- Pharmaceutical Innovation & Future Trends: Examines emerging technologies and trends shaping the future of pharmaceuticals. Students explore artificial intelligence, nanomedicine, personalized medicine, and biotechnology applications in drug development.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's approach to project-based learning is centered on real-world problem-solving and innovation. Projects are designed to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, encouraging students to think critically and creatively about pharmaceutical challenges.
Mini-projects begin in the second year and continue through the program. These projects are typically undertaken in small groups under faculty supervision, allowing students to apply classroom learning to actual scenarios. Each project includes a detailed proposal, progress reports, and final presentations.
The final-year capstone project is a significant undertaking that requires students to conduct original research or develop a practical solution to an industry challenge. Students select projects based on their interests and career aspirations, often working closely with faculty mentors from the department or industry partners.
Project evaluation criteria include innovation, technical depth, presentation quality, teamwork, and contribution to industry needs. Students are encouraged to present their findings at conferences, publish papers in journals, or seek patents for their innovations.