B. Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy) is a four-year undergraduate degree program providing a comprehensive understanding of subjects of pharmaceutical sciences. The B. Pharm. program designed by our college prepares students for the industry demands and dynamic careers. The curriculum for B. Pharm covers key areas, including Drug Extraction, Pharmacy Practice, Nutraceutical Development, Healthcare Management, General Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The course blends experiential learning with a strong focus on practical learning by providing the students access to live sessions, expert guest lectures, and workshops. Our academic collaborations and industrial collaborations ensure we provide our students with unmatchable standards of education.
Fee Structure
| Course Name | Time Duration | Total Fee |
| B.Pharm. | 4 Years | ₹ 4,15,200 |
| Application Fee (Non-Refundable) | Admission Fee (One Time) | Uniform fee (First Year Only) |
| ₹1000 | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 |
Minimum Qualification for Admission
The Bachelor of Pharmacy course intends to create proficient Pharmacists/Pharma Technologist/Quality Specialist/Pharma Entrepreneur/Clinical Pharmacologist/Corporate Pharma Executive, etc. Along with that, this program unlocks diverse career opportunities for candidates so that they can contribute to Research & Development Technology, Business Development, Quality Assurance and Clinical Research & Clinical Pharmacy.
- Being one of the Best Pharmacy College in Dehradun, the curriculum at Shivalik College, Dehradun equips students with thorough knowledge of medical drugs and aids.
- This curriculum entails a detailed study of various streams of Pharmacy like General Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, and more.
- The program also prepares students for the GPAT examination right from the commencement of the first semester itself. The same will prove beneficial for their further education.
- B Pharma Course intends to upgrade the quality of some less proficient students with the help of advanced education practices and enhanced skill development programs.
- B. Pharm. course Course facilitates degree graduates to opt for advanced studies like Master of Pharmacy. A few of the areas that are presently in demand for B Pharma graduates are:
- Drug Regulatory Affairs
- Drug Analyst
- Pharmacist
- Research and Development (R&D)
- Drug inspector
- Academics
- Pharmacovigilance
- Senior Clinical Pharmacists
- Pharmaceutical industry (Production, QA, QC)
- Pharmacy Assistant
- B Pharma Course unlocks a multitude of career options in diverse fields of Pharmacy.
- Based on the practical learning environment, this course makes sure students can prosper in their careers.
- Dispensary Manager
- Dispensary Pharmacist
- Medicines Management Technician
- Medicines Safety Manager
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Community Pharmacist
- Consultant Pharmacists
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Well-equipped Labs including Pharmaceutics lab, Pharmacology lab, Human Anatomy, and Physiology lab, Pharmaceutical Chemistry lab, Pharmacognosy lab, Instrumentation Room, Pharmacy Practice Room, Machine Room, and Museum
- Awarded for Best Promising “Pharmacy College of the Year 2021” by the 4th Himalayan Educators Summit at the 2nd Dehradun International Science and Technology festival.
- Superior quality machinery and cutting-edge modular laboratories with sophisticated instruments
- Experienced Faculty members
- State-of-the-art library
- Clubs & Activities
- Regular seminars, webinars, and guest lectures.
- Smart Classrooms, labs, and seminar hall incorporated with Pharmacy Software
- Personalized career coaching assistance for thorough preparation of competitive
- Examinations like- Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT)
- 100% Placement Assistance
Curriculum
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I | BP101T | 1 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis I | BP102T | 1 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutics I | BP103T | 1 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry | BP104T | 1 | Theory | 4 |
| Communication Skills | BP105T | 1 | Theory | 2 |
| Remedial Biology | BP106RBT | 1 | Theory | 2 |
| Remedial Mathematics | BP106RMT | 1 | Theory | 2 |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology – Practical | BP107P | 1 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis I – Practical | BP108P | 1 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmaceutics I – Practical | BP109P | 1 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry – Practical | BP110P | 1 | Practical | 2 |
| Communication Skills – Practical* | BP111P | 1 | Practical | 1 |
| Remedial Biology – Practical* | BP112RBP | 1 | Practical | 1 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II – Theory | BP201T | 2 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I – Theory | BP202T | 2 | Theory | 4 |
| Biochemistry – Theory | BP203T | 2 | Theory | 4 |
| Pathophysiology – Theory | BP204T | 2 | Theory | 4 |
| Computer Applications in Pharmacy – Theory* | BP205T | 2 | Theory | 3 |
| Environmental Sciences – Theory | BP206T | 2 | Theory | 3 |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II – Practical | BP207P | 2 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I – Practical | BP208P | 2 | Practical | 2 |
| Biochemistry – Practical | BP209P | 2 | Practical | 2 |
| Computer Applications in Pharmacy – Practical* | BP210P | 2 | Practical | 1 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II | BP301T | 3 | Theory | 4 |
| Physical Pharmaceutics I – Theory | BP302T | 3 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology | BP303T | 3 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Engineering | BP304T | 3 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II – Practical | BP305P | 3 | Practical | 2 |
| Physical Pharmaceutics I – Practical | BP306P | 3 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology – Practical | BP307P | 3 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Engineering – Practical | BP308P | 3 | Practical | 2 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry III – Theory | BP401T | 4 | Theory | 4 |
| Medicinal Chemistry I – Theory | BP402T | 4 | Theory | 4 |
| Physical Pharmaceutics II – Theory | BP403T | 4 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacology I – Theory | BP404T | 4 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I – Theory | BP405T | 4 | Theory | 4 |
| Medicinal Chemistry I – Practical | BP406P | 4 | Practical | 2 |
| Physical Pharmaceutics II – Practical | BP407P | 4 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmacology I – Practical | BP408P | 4 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I – Practical | BP409P | 4 | Practical | 2 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicinal Chemistry II | BP501T | 5 | Theory | 4 |
| Industrial Pharmacy I | BP502T | 5 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacology II | BP503T | 5 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II | BP504T | 5 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence | BP505T | 5 | Theory | 4 |
| Industrial Pharmacy I – Practical | BP506P | 5 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmacology II – Practical | BP507P | 5 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II – Practical | BP508P | 5 | Practical | 2 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicinal Chemistry III – Theory | BP601T | 6 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacology III – Theory | BP602T | 6 | Theory | 4 |
| Herbal Drug Technology – Theory | BP603T | 6 | Theory | 4 |
| Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics – Theory | BP604T | 6 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Biotechnology – Theory | BP605T | 6 | Theory | 4 |
| Quality Assurance – Theory | BP606T | 6 | Theory | 4 |
| Medicinal Chemistry III – Practical | BP607P | 6 | Practical | 2 |
| Pharmacology III – Practical | BP608P | 6 | Practical | 2 |
| Herbal Drug Technology – Practical | BP609P | 6 | Practical | 2 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrumental Methods of Analysis – Theory | BP701T | 7 | Theory | 4 |
| Industrial Pharmacy II – Theory | BP702T | 7 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacy Practice – Theory | BP703T | 7 | Theory | 4 |
| Novel Drug Delivery System – Theory | BP704T | 7 | Theory | 4 |
| Instrumental Methods of Analysis – Practical | BP705P | 7 | Practical | 2 |
| Practice School* | BP706PS | 7 | Practical | 6 |
| Course | Course Code | Semester | Subject Type | Credit Earned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biostatistics and Research Methodology – Theory | BP801T | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Social and Preventive Pharmacy – Theory | BP802T | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Project Work | BP813PW | 8 | Practical | 6 |
| Elective Subjects (Any Two) | ||||
| Pharma Marketing Management – Theory | BP803ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science – Theory | BP804ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Pharmacovigilance – Theory | BP805ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Quality Control and Standardization of Herbals – Theory | BP806ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Computer Aided Drug Design – Theory | BP807ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Cell and Molecular Biology – Theory | BP808ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Cosmetic Science – Theory | BP809ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Experimental Pharmacology – Theory | BP810ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Advanced Instrumentation Techniques – Theory | BP811ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
| Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals – Theory | BP812ET | 8 | Theory | 4 |
Program Educational Objectives (PEO):
PEO 1. Establish Technical Proficiency: Develop learning environment and pedagogical methods that focus on imparting theoretical knowledge along with practical skills.
PEO 2. Industrial and Clinical Exposure: Organize industrial visits, internships, or partnerships with pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers.
PEO 3. Foster Ethical and Social Responsibility: Incorporate ethics and social responsibility into the curriculum and culture of the college.
PEO 4. Develop Problem-Solving and Communication Abilities: Provide learning experiences that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Program Outcomes (POs) Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma)
PO 1. Pharmacy Knowledge: Possess knowledge and comprehension of the core and basic knowledge associated with the profession of pharmacy, including biomedical sciences; pharmaceutical sciences; behavioral, social, and administrative pharmacy sciences; and manufacturing practices.
PO 2. Planning Abilities: Demonstrate effective planning abilities including time management, resource management, delegation skills and organizational skills. Develop and implement plans and organize work to meet deadlines.
PO 3. Problem analysis: Utilize the principles of scientific enquiry, thinking analytically, clearly and critically, while solving problems and making decisions during daily practice. Find, analyze, evaluate and apply information systematically and shall make defensible decisions.
PO 4. Modern tool usage: Learn, select, and apply appropriate methods and procedures, resources, and modern pharmacy-related computing tools with an understanding of the limitations.
PO 5. Leadership skills: Understand and consider the human reaction to change, motivation issues, leadership and team-building when planning changes required for fulfillment of practice, professional and societal responsibilities. Assume participatory roles as responsible citizens or leadership roles when appropriate to facilitate improvement in health and well- being.
PO 6. Professional Identity: Understand, analyze and communicate the value of their professional roles in society (e.g. health care professionals, promoters of health, educators, managers, employers, employees).
PO 7. Pharmaceutical Ethics: Honour personal values and apply ethical principles in professional and social contexts. Demonstrate behavior that recognizes cultural and personal variability in values, communication and lifestyles. Use ethical frameworks; apply ethical principles while making decisions and take responsibility for the outcomes associated with the decisions.
PO 8. Communication: Communicate effectively with the pharmacy community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports, make effective presentations and documentation, and give and receive clear instructions.
PO 9. The Pharmacist and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety and legal issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional pharmacy practice.
PO 10. Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional pharmacy solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO 11. Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change. Self- assess and use feedback effectively from others to identify learning needs and to satisfy these needs on an ongoing basis.
Facilities
Machine Room
Pharmaceutics
Pharmacology
Pharmacognosy
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmacy Practice
Instrumentation Room
Museum
Progressions & Career
Here are the opportunities after pursuing a B.Pharm Course:
Progression:
- M.Pharm and Pharm.D.
- D. or Doctor of Pharmacy
- Master of Science (MSC in Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy practices and Drug store Management
- PG Diploma – Clinical Trial Management / Clinical Research / Drugstore Management
- Drug inspector
- Pharmaceutical company
- Health inspector
- Pharmaceutical marketing
- Pathological lab scientist
- Medical devices and quality control manufacturing
- Medical Underwriter
- Pharmacist
- R&D executive
- Wholesaler
FAQ's
Who Should Pursue B Pharmacy?
Those students who aspire to make a career in the Pharmaceutical Industry must pursue Bachelor Pharmacy. It is a decent career choice for those students willing to make a career in scientific writing and clinical research. Moreover, those students who wish to join the healthcare industry and work at different nursing homes, hospitals, etc. can pursue B Pharmacy. This career field is also a recommended choice for those students aspiring to make a career in the pharmaceutical industry abroad.
Which field is the best in pharmacy?
When students go through the B Pharmacy Admission Process, they also think about which is the best field in Pharmacy. Well, Doctor of Pharmacy is the best field in pharmacy. Essentially, it is one of the highest-earning branches. A pharmacy doctor can earn more than a family medicine doctor. In India, Doctor of Pharmacy has a bright future in the coming 3-4 years.
What are the jobs after B Pharm?
B Pharm graduates can easily find B.Pharma the most suitable opportunities in a wide range of environments including:
- University
- Private and public industries
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Research
In all these sectors, B Pharm graduates can effectively explore the most relevant job based on their skill and qualification. Whichever job a B Pharm graduate chooses from these industries, the average salary in India can be in a range of INR 2-5 LPA. Getting work experience or pursuing higher education can assist them to get a higher salary.
What is the scope of B.Pharm?
For fresh B. Pharm graduates, ample range of roles and sectors are available to explore. Scopes after completing B.Pharm are extremely diverse and a graduate is presented with a broad assortment of rewarding employability opportunities in different industries including:
- Analytical Chemist
- Hospital Drug Coordinator
- Food and Drug Inspector
- Drug Therapist
- Chemical/Drug Technician
- Pharmacist
- Drug Therapist
- Health Inspector
- Pathological Lab Scientist
- Research & Development Executive
- Research Officer