Course Structure Overview
The Diploma in Pharmacy program at SAGAR INSTITUTE OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES SAGAR MP is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical sciences, clinical applications, and industry practices. The curriculum spans over three years and includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory components.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Pre-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | PHM101 | Chemistry for Pharmacy | 3-1-2-4 | None |
| 1st | PHM102 | Biology for Pharmacy | 3-1-2-4 | None |
| 1st | PHM103 | Physics for Pharmacy | 3-1-2-4 | None |
| 1st | PHM104 | Mathematics I | 3-1-2-4 | None |
| 1st | PHM105 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 2-0-1-3 | None |
| 1st | PHM106 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry I | 3-1-2-4 | PHM101, PHM102 |
| 1st | PHM107 | Pharmacognosy | 3-1-2-4 | PHM102 |
| 1st | PHM108 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 3-1-2-4 | PHM102 |
| 1st | PHM109 | Pharmaceutical Calculations | 2-0-1-3 | PHM104 |
| 1st | PHM110 | Organic Chemistry Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM101, PHM106 |
| 1st | PHM111 | Biology Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM102 |
| 1st | PHM112 | Pharmacognosy Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM107 |
| 2nd | PHM201 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry II | 3-1-2-4 | PHM106 |
| 2nd | PHM202 | Pharmacology I | 3-1-2-4 | PHM108 |
| 2nd | PHM203 | Pharmaceutics I | 3-1-2-4 | PHM106, PHM107 |
| 2nd | PHM204 | Pharmacognosy II | 3-1-2-4 | PHM107 |
| 2nd | PHM205 | Biophysics and Biochemistry | 3-1-2-4 | PHM102, PHM108 |
| 2nd | PHM206 | Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 3-1-2-4 | PHM102 |
| 2nd | PHM207 | Introduction to Clinical Pharmacy | 2-0-1-3 | PHM108, PHM202 |
| 2nd | PHM208 | Drug Information and Literature | 2-0-1-3 | PHM106 |
| 2nd | PHM209 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry Lab II | 0-0-4-2 | PHM201, PHM106 |
| 2nd | PHM210 | Pharmacology Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM202 |
| 2nd | PHM211 | Pharmaceutics Lab I | 0-0-4-2 | PHM203 |
| 2nd | PHM212 | Microbiology Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM206 |
| 3rd | PHM301 | Clinical Pharmacology | 3-1-2-4 | PHM202 |
| 3rd | PHM302 | Pharmaceutics II | 3-1-2-4 | PHM203 |
| 3rd | PHM303 | Pharmacognosy III | 3-1-2-4 | PHM204 |
| 3rd | PHM304 | Pharmaceutical Analysis I | 3-1-2-4 | PHM106, PHM201 |
| 3rd | PHM305 | Drug Delivery Systems | 3-1-2-4 | PHM203 |
| 3rd | PHM306 | Pharmaceutical Technology | 3-1-2-4 | PHM203, PHM204 |
| 3rd | PHM307 | Public Health and Pharmacy | 2-0-1-3 | PHM108 |
| 3rd | PHM308 | Pharmaceutical Regulations and Ethics | 2-0-1-3 | None |
| 3rd | PHM309 | Pharmacology Lab II | 0-0-4-2 | PHM202, PHM301 |
| 3rd | PHM310 | Pharmaceutics Lab II | 0-0-4-2 | PHM302 |
| 3rd | PHM311 | Pharmaceutical Analysis Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM304 |
| 3rd | PHM312 | Drug Delivery Systems Lab | 0-0-4-2 | PHM305 |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The advanced departmental elective courses offered in the program are designed to deepen students' understanding of specialized areas within pharmaceutical sciences. These courses are taught by leading faculty members who are experts in their respective fields and bring practical insights from industry experience.
Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine: This course explores how genetic variations influence drug response and provides students with tools to develop personalized treatment regimens. Students learn about pharmacogenetic testing, gene expression analysis, and therapeutic optimization strategies.
Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery: This elective focuses on the application of nanotechnology in pharmaceutical formulations. Topics include nanoparticle design, controlled release systems, targeted drug delivery, and biocompatibility studies.
Regulatory Affairs and Compliance: Students gain knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing pharmaceutical products, including FDA, WHO, and ICH guidelines. The course covers submission processes, quality assurance, and compliance strategies.
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: This course introduces students to biotechnological methods used in drug development, including recombinant DNA technology, monoclonal antibodies, gene therapy, and bioinformatics.
Clinical Research Methodology: Designed for students interested in clinical trials, this course covers trial design, data analysis, ethics, and regulatory requirements. Students learn to conduct clinical research and interpret results.
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: This elective focuses on ensuring product quality through good manufacturing practices (GMP), validation processes, and quality control systems. Students understand how to implement and maintain quality standards in pharmaceutical production.
Drug Safety and Risk Management: This course explores adverse drug reaction reporting, risk assessment, safety monitoring, and pharmacovigilance systems. Students learn about post-market surveillance and regulatory requirements for drug safety.
Pharmaceutical Marketing and Sales: For students interested in industry careers, this course covers pharmaceutical marketing strategies, sales techniques, and market analysis. Students understand how to promote products effectively while adhering to ethical standards.
Healthcare Policy and Administration: This course provides insights into healthcare systems, policy-making, and administrative practices in the pharmaceutical sector. Students learn about public health initiatives and regulatory environments.
Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurship: Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this elective covers business planning, startup creation, funding strategies, and innovation management in the pharmaceutical industry.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The program emphasizes project-based learning as a core pedagogical approach. Students engage in both mini-projects and a final-year capstone project that integrates knowledge from all previous semesters.
Mini-Projects: During the second year, students work on mini-projects under faculty supervision. These projects typically last 4-6 weeks and focus on specific aspects of pharmaceutical sciences such as formulation development, analytical methods, or clinical applications.
Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project: In the final year, students select a topic relevant to current trends in pharmaceutical science and work on an extensive research project. The project involves literature review, experimental design, data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings.
Students are encouraged to collaborate with industry partners or research institutions for their projects. This provides real-world exposure and enhances the relevance of their work.
The evaluation criteria include:
- Project proposal and planning (20%)
- Research methodology and execution (30%)
- Data analysis and interpretation (25%)
- Presentation and report quality (25%)
Faculty mentors are assigned based on student interests, research areas, and faculty expertise. Students have the opportunity to work with multiple mentors to gain diverse perspectives.