Curriculum Overview

The Pharmacy program at Abhyuday University Khargone is structured over eight semesters, combining foundational sciences with advanced pharmaceutical knowledge and practical training. Each semester includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to build a strong academic base and prepare students for professional practice or further studies.

Semester-wise Course Structure

Year	Semester	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Structure (L-T-P-C)	Prerequisites
First Year	I	PHAR-101	Introduction to Pharmacy	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-102	Organic Chemistry I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-103	Inorganic Chemistry	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-104	Mathematics I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-105	Physics I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-106	Biology I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-107	Chemistry Lab I	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-108	Physics Lab I	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-109	Biology Lab I	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-110	Workshop I	0-0-2-2	-
First Year	II	PHAR-201	Organic Chemistry II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-102
		PHAR-202	Physical Chemistry	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-203	Pharmacognosy I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-204	Mathematics II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-104
		PHAR-205	Physics II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-105
		PHAR-206	Biology II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-106
		PHAR-207	Chemistry Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-107
		PHAR-208	Physics Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-108
		PHAR-209	Biology Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-109
		PHAR-210	Workshop II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-110
Second Year	III	PHAR-301	Medicinal Chemistry I	3-1-0-4	PHAR-201, PHAR-202
		PHAR-302	Pharmacology I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-303	Pharmaceutics I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-304	Pharmacognosy II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-203
		PHAR-305	Biochemistry	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-306	Pharmacokinetics I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-307	Medicinal Chemistry Lab I	0-0-2-2	PHAR-301
		PHAR-308	Pharmacology Lab I	0-0-2-2	PHAR-302
		PHAR-309	Pharmaceutics Lab I	0-0-2-2	PHAR-303
		PHAR-310	Research Methodology	0-0-2-2	-
Second Year	IV	PHAR-401	Medicinal Chemistry II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-301
		PHAR-402	Pharmacology II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-302
		PHAR-403	Pharmaceutics II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-303
		PHAR-404	Pharmacokinetics II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-306
		PHAR-405	Pharmacogenomics	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-406	Drug Delivery Systems	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-407	Medicinal Chemistry Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-401
		PHAR-408	Pharmacology Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-402
		PHAR-409	Pharmaceutics Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-403
		PHAR-410	Industrial Exposure	0-0-2-2	-
Third Year	V	PHAR-501	Clinical Pharmacy I	3-1-0-4	PHAR-402, PHAR-406
		PHAR-502	Pharmaceutical Analysis I	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-503	Regulatory Affairs	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-504	Nanopharmacology	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-505	Biopharmaceuticals	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-506	Pharmaceutical Microbiology	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-507	Pharmaceutical Analysis Lab I	0-0-2-2	PHAR-502
		PHAR-508	Clinical Pharmacy Lab I	0-0-2-2	PHAR-501
		PHAR-509	Research Project I	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-510	Entrepreneurship in Pharmacy	0-0-2-2	-
Third Year	VI	PHAR-601	Clinical Pharmacy II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-501
		PHAR-602	Pharmaceutical Analysis II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-502
		PHAR-603	Drug Development	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-604	Pharmaceutical Chemistry	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-605	Therapeutic Drug Monitoring	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-606	Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-607	Pharmaceutical Analysis Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-602
		PHAR-608	Clinical Pharmacy Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-601
		PHAR-609	Research Project II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-509
		PHAR-610	Internship	0-0-8-8	-
Fourth Year	VII	PHAR-701	Capstone Project I	3-1-0-4	PHAR-609
		PHAR-702	Advanced Pharmacology	3-1-0-4	PHAR-402
		PHAR-703	Pharmaceutical Formulation	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-704	Drug Safety and Toxicology	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-705	Global Health Policies	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-706	Pharmaceutical Economics	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-707	Capstone Lab I	0-0-2-2	PHAR-701
		PHAR-708	Pharmaceutical Ethics	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-709	Advanced Research Methodology	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-710	Final Thesis	0-0-8-8	-
Fourth Year	VIII	PHAR-801	Capstone Project II	3-1-0-4	PHAR-701
		PHAR-802	Pharmaceutical Industry Trends	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-803	Public Health Pharmacy	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-804	Pharmaceutical Innovation	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-805	Leadership in Healthcare	3-1-0-4	-
		PHAR-806	Capstone Lab II	0-0-2-2	PHAR-801
		PHAR-807	Final Presentation	0-0-2-2	-
		PHAR-808	Internship Evaluation	0-0-2-2	PHAR-610
		PHAR-809	Final Thesis Defense	0-0-2-2	PHAR-710
		PHAR-810	Graduation Ceremony	0-0-2-2	-

Advanced Departmental Elective Courses

Departmental electives are designed to deepen students' understanding of specialized areas within pharmacy and provide them with advanced skills relevant to their chosen career paths. These courses are offered in the later semesters and include:

• Pharmacogenomics: This course explores how genetic variations affect drug response, enabling personalized medicine approaches.
• Nanopharmacology: Focuses on nanotechnology applications in drug delivery systems, including targeted therapies and controlled release mechanisms.
• Biopharmaceuticals: Covers the development and manufacturing of biologic drugs such as vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, and gene therapies.
• Drug Delivery Systems: Examines various formulations and technologies used to deliver drugs effectively to target sites in the body.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance: Teaches students about quality control measures, regulatory compliance, and good manufacturing practices (GMP).
• Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Provides knowledge on measuring drug concentrations in biological samples to optimize therapy outcomes.
• Pharmaceutical Economics: Analyzes cost-effectiveness of pharmaceutical products and health interventions from economic perspectives.
• Public Health Pharmacy: Focuses on community health programs, medication safety, and access to essential medicines.
• Regulatory Affairs: Introduces students to the legal framework governing drug development and marketing in different countries.
• Drug Safety and Toxicology: Covers adverse effects of drugs and methods for assessing their safety profiles during development.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

The department at Abhyuday University Khargone places significant emphasis on project-based learning, recognizing its importance in preparing students for real-world challenges. The curriculum includes mandatory mini-projects and a final-year thesis/capstone project that allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems.

Mini-Projects

Mini-projects are conducted during the second and third years of study, typically lasting 3-4 months. Students work in small teams on specific topics related to their field of interest, guided by faculty mentors. These projects are evaluated based on research quality, presentation skills, and teamwork abilities.

Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project

The final-year thesis project is a comprehensive endeavor that spans the entire academic year. Students select a topic in consultation with faculty advisors, conduct extensive research, and present their findings in both written and oral formats. This project serves as a culmination of all previous learning experiences and prepares students for future careers or graduate studies.

Project Selection Process

Students choose their projects based on their interests, career goals, and availability of faculty mentors. The department maintains a database of research topics and industry collaborations to guide this selection process. Regular meetings with advisors ensure that projects remain aligned with academic standards and professional expectations.