Course Structure Overview

The pharmacy program at Mata Gujri University Kishangunj is structured over eight semesters, ensuring a progressive and comprehensive learning experience. The curriculum includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory practicals designed to build both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.

Semester-wise Course Structure

Year/Semester	Course Code	Course Title	Credit Structure (L-T-P-C)	Prerequisites
Semester I	PHM101	Chemistry for Pharmacy I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM102	Biology for Pharmacy I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM103	Mathematics I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM104	Pharmacology I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM105	Organic Chemistry I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM106	Pharmaceutical Analysis I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM107	Lab Practical I	0-0-3-1	-
	PHM108	Introduction to Pharmacy	2-0-0-2	-
	PHM109	English for Pharmacy	2-0-0-2	-
	PHM110	Basic Computer Applications	2-0-0-2	-
Semester II	PHM201	Chemistry for Pharmacy II	3-0-0-3	PHM101
	PHM202	Biology for Pharmacy II	3-0-0-3	PHM102
	PHM203	Mathematics II	3-0-0-3	PHM103
	PHM204	Pharmacology II	3-0-0-3	PHM104
	PHM205	Inorganic Chemistry	3-0-0-3	PHM101
	PHM206	Pharmaceutical Analysis II	3-0-0-3	PHM106
	PHM207	Lab Practical II	0-0-3-1	PHM107
	PHM208	Pharmaceutical Chemistry I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM209	Pharmacognosy I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM210	Human Anatomy and Physiology	3-0-0-3	-
Semester III	PHM301	Medicinal Chemistry I	3-0-0-3	PHM205
	PHM302	Pharmacology III	3-0-0-3	PHM204
	PHM303	Pharmaceutical Chemistry II	3-0-0-3	PHM208
	PHM304	Pharmacognosy II	3-0-0-3	PHM209
	PHM305	Pharmaceutical Analysis III	3-0-0-3	PHM206
	PHM306	Pharmaceutical Microbiology	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM307	Lab Practical III	0-0-3-1	PHM207
	PHM308	Pharmaceutical Chemistry III	3-0-0-3	PHM303
	PHM309	Pharmacokinetics	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM310	Drug Design Principles	2-0-0-2	PHM301
Semester IV	PHM401	Medicinal Chemistry II	3-0-0-3	PHM301
	PHM402	Pharmacology IV	3-0-0-3	PHM302
	PHM403	Pharmaceutical Formulation I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM404	Pharmacognosy III	3-0-0-3	PHM304
	PHM405	Pharmaceutical Analysis IV	3-0-0-3	PHM305
	PHM406	Biotechnology in Pharmacy	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM407	Lab Practical IV	0-0-3-1	PHM307
	PHM408	Pharmaceutical Chemistry IV	3-0-0-3	PHM308
	PHM409	Drug Delivery Systems	2-0-0-2	-
	PHM410	Pharmaceutical Economics	2-0-0-2	-
Semester V	PHM501	Clinical Pharmacy I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM502	Pharmacovigilance	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM503	Pharmaceutical Formulation II	3-0-0-3	PHM403
	PHM504	Pharmacognosy IV	3-0-0-3	PHM404
	PHM505	Pharmaceutical Analysis V	3-0-0-3	PHM405
	PHM506	Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM507	Lab Practical V	0-0-3-1	PHM407
	PHM508	Pharmaceutical Chemistry V	3-0-0-3	PHM408
	PHM509	Drug Safety and Toxicology	2-0-0-2	-
	PHM510	Regulatory Affairs in Pharmacy	2-0-0-2	-
Semester VI	PHM601	Clinical Pharmacy II	3-0-0-3	PHM501
	PHM602	Pharmacogenomics	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM603	Pharmaceutical Formulation III	3-0-0-3	PHM503
	PHM604	Pharmacognosy V	3-0-0-3	PHM504
	PHM605	Pharmaceutical Analysis VI	3-0-0-3	PHM505
	PHM606	Pharmaceutical Manufacturing	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM607	Lab Practical VI	0-0-3-1	PHM507
	PHM608	Pharmaceutical Chemistry VI	3-0-0-3	PHM508
	PHM609	Personalized Medicine	2-0-0-2	-
	PHM610	Pharmaceutical Marketing	2-0-0-2	-
Semester VII	PHM701	Advanced Drug Discovery	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM702	Bioinformatics in Pharmacy	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM703	Pharmaceutical Formulation IV	3-0-0-3	PHM603
	PHM704	Pharmacognosy VI	3-0-0-3	PHM604
	PHM705	Pharmaceutical Analysis VII	3-0-0-3	PHM605
	PHM706	Pharmaceutical Research Methodology	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM707	Lab Practical VII	0-0-3-1	PHM607
	PHM708	Pharmaceutical Chemistry VII	3-0-0-3	PHM608
	PHM709	Global Health Challenges	2-0-0-2	-
	PHM710	Entrepreneurship in Pharmacy	2-0-0-2	-
Semester VIII	PHM801	Capstone Project I	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM802	Advanced Clinical Pharmacy	3-0-0-3	PHM601
	PHM803	Pharmaceutical Formulation V	3-0-0-3	PHM703
	PHM804	Pharmacognosy VII	3-0-0-3	PHM704
	PHM805	Pharmaceutical Analysis VIII	3-0-0-3	PHM705
	PHM806	Pharmaceutical Policy and Ethics	3-0-0-3	-
	PHM807	Lab Practical VIII	0-0-3-1	PHM707
	PHM808	Pharmaceutical Chemistry VIII	3-0-0-3	PHM708
	PHM809	Capstone Project II	3-0-0-3	PHM801
	PHM810	Internship	0-0-6-3	-

Advanced Departmental Elective Courses

The department offers a range of advanced elective courses designed to provide in-depth knowledge and specialized skills. These courses are taught by experienced faculty members who are leaders in their respective fields.

• Advanced Drug Delivery Systems: This course explores innovative approaches in drug delivery, including nanotechnology-based systems, controlled release formulations, and targeted therapies. Students learn to design and evaluate novel delivery methods using modern instrumentation and computational modeling techniques.
• Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine: Focused on the genetic basis of drug response, this course covers genomic analysis, gene expression profiling, and personalized treatment strategies. It integrates bioinformatics tools and clinical applications to understand individual variability in drug metabolism and efficacy.
• Bioinformatics in Pharmaceutical Research: This elective introduces students to computational methods used in drug discovery, including molecular docking, structure-based drug design, and database mining. Practical sessions involve using software tools for analyzing biological data and predicting drug-target interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP): Students learn about regulatory frameworks governing pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control processes, and compliance requirements. The course includes practical aspects of GMP implementation in modern pharmaceutical facilities.
• Regulatory Affairs in Pharmaceutical Industry: This course provides insights into the regulatory landscape, including drug approval processes, submission strategies, and international regulatory harmonization efforts. Students gain hands-on experience in preparing regulatory documents and understanding compliance requirements.
• Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Applications: Covering biotechnological methods in pharmaceutical production, this course explores recombinant protein expression, gene therapy, and stem cell applications. Practical sessions include laboratory techniques for bioprocessing and quality control of biopharmaceuticals.
• Pharmacovigilance and Risk Management: Focused on safety monitoring and risk assessment in pharmaceutical products, this course covers adverse event reporting systems, signal detection, and risk management strategies. Students learn to conduct safety evaluations and develop risk mitigation plans.
• Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurship: This elective prepares students for innovation and business development in the pharmaceutical sector. It covers intellectual property protection, startup funding, market analysis, and commercialization strategies for pharmaceutical innovations.
• Traditional Medicine Integration: This course examines the scientific evaluation of traditional remedies, their standardization, and integration into modern medicine. Students explore herbal formulation development, pharmacological validation, and regulatory aspects of traditional medicines.
• Global Health Challenges in Pharmacy: Addressing contemporary health issues like antimicrobial resistance, emerging infectious diseases, and global health disparities, this course provides a comprehensive view of the impact of health challenges on pharmaceutical research and practice.

Project-Based Learning Philosophy

The department's approach to project-based learning is centered on real-world problem-solving and practical application of theoretical knowledge. This methodology ensures that students not only understand concepts but also develop critical thinking and innovation skills necessary for professional success.

Mini Projects Structure

Mini projects are integrated throughout the program, beginning in the second year and continuing through the final semester. These projects are designed to be manageable yet challenging, allowing students to apply fundamental concepts in practical scenarios. Each mini project typically spans 4-6 weeks and requires students to work individually or in small teams.

Final-Year Thesis/Capstone Project

The capstone project is a significant component of the final year, representing the culmination of the student's academic journey. Students select topics related to their area of interest, guided by faculty mentors who provide expertise and supervision. The project involves extensive literature review, experimental design, data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings.

Students are encouraged to propose innovative projects that address real-world challenges in pharmacy practice or research. The selection process involves a proposal submission, followed by mentor assignment based on faculty expertise and student interests. Projects can be laboratory-based, computational, or involve collaboration with industry partners.

Evaluation Criteria

Projects are evaluated based on several criteria including research methodology, originality of approach, quality of execution, presentation skills, and overall impact. Regular progress reviews ensure that students stay on track and receive timely feedback for continuous improvement. The evaluation process emphasizes both individual contribution and collaborative effort.