Doctor of pharmacy (Pharm D)

Empowering Future Pharmacists for Healthcare Excellence

The Doctor of Pharmacy program at Superior University prepares students for dynamic careers in healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing clinical practice, research, and global perspectives.

Course details for year 2024

Credit Hours

201

Duration

5 years

Semesters

10

Attendance

Full-time

Program roadmap

Course	Credit Hours
Anatomy & Histology	4
English-A (Functional English)	2
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IA (Biochemistry)	4
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IA (Organic)	4
Pharmaceutics-IA (Physical Pharmacy)	4
Physiology-A	4
Total	22

Course	Credit Hours
English-B (Communication and Writing Skills)	4
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IB (Biochemistry)	4
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IB (Organic)	4
Pharmaceutics-IB (Physical Pharmacy)	4
Physiology-B	4
Total	20

Course	Credit Hours
Islamic Studies	3
Pharmaceutics-IIA (Dosage Form Science)	4
Pharmaceutics-IIIA (Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Immunology)	4
Pharmacognosy-IA (Basic)	4
Pharmacology and Therapeutics-IA	4
Pharmacy Practice-IA (Pharmaceutical Mathematics)	3
Total	22

Course	Credit Hours
Pakistan Studies	2
Pharmaceutics-IIB (Dosage Form Science)	4
Pharmaceutics-IIIB (Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Immunology)	4
Pharmacognosy-IB (Basic)	4
Pharmacology and Therapeutics-IB	4
Pharmacy Practice-IB (Bio-statistics)	3
Total	21

Course	Credit Hours
Pathology	4
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IIIA (Pharmaceutical Analysis)	4
Pharmacognosy-IIA (Advanced)	4
Pharmacology and Therapeutics-IIA	4
Pharmacy Practice-IIA (Dispensing Pharmacy)	4
Total	20

Course	Credit Hours
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IIIB (Pharmaceutical analysis)	4
Pharmacognosy-IIB (Advanced)	4
Pharmacology and Therapeutics-IIB	4
Pharmacy Practice III (Computer and its Application in Pharmacy)	4
Pharmacy Practice-IIB (Community, Social & Administrative Pharmacy)	3
Total	19

Course	Credit Hours
Pharmaceutics-IVA (Industrial Pharmacy)	4
Pharmaceutics-VA (Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics)	4
Pharmaceutics-VIA (Pharmaceutical Quality Management)	4
Pharmacy Practice-IVA (Hospital Pharmacy)	3
Pharmacy Practice-VA (Clinical Pharmacy-I)	4
Total	19

Course	Credit Hours
Statistics – I	3
Ideology and constitution of Pakistan	2
Microeconomics – I	3
Development Economics	3
Monetary Economics	3
Expository Writing	3
Total	17

Courses	Credit Hours
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IVA (Medicinal Chemistry)	4
Pharmaceutics-VIIA (Pharmaceutical Technology)	4
Pharmacy Practice VIII A (Pharmaceutical Management & Marketing)	3
Pharmacy Practice-VIA (Advanced Clinical Pharmacy II)	4
Pharmacy Practice-VIIA (Forensic Pharmacy)	3
Total	18

Courses	Credit Hours
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IVB (Medicinal Chemistry)	4
Pharmaceutics-VIIB (Pharmaceutical Technology)	4
Pharmacy Practice-VIB (Advanced Clinical Pharmacy II)	4
Pharmacy Practice-VIIB (Forensic Pharmacy)	3
Pharmacy Practice-VIIIB (Pharmaceutical Management and Marketing)	3
Total	18

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have:

– Completed FSc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent with a minimum of 60% marks.

Why Choose Doctor of Pharmacy at Superior University?

Comprehensive curriculum integrating clinical practice, research, and pharmaceutical sciences.
Practical training in modern pharmaceutical laboratories to develop technical skills.
Mentorship from experienced faculty dedicated to advancing pharmacy education and practice.
Opportunities for internships and clinical placements in reputable healthcare settings.
Access to a supportive academic environment with resources for professional growth and development.

Distinctive Features

Some of the many benefits of joining us on this course include the opportunity to:

State-of-the-art pharmaceutical laboratories providing hands-on learning experiences.
Faculty members with extensive global exposure in pharmaceutical research and practice.
Collaborations with healthcare institutions for internships, clinical rotations, and practical experience.
Strong emphasis on research and innovation in pharmacy practice, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Career Scope

Graduates of the Doctor of Pharmacy program can explore various career avenues:

Rewarding opportunities in the healthcare sector and pharmaceutical industry.

Teaching positions in academia to educate future pharmacists.

Careers as clinical pharmacists, pharmaceutical researchers, or healthcare consultants

Global career opportunities facilitated by the "Go Global Stream" of our 3U1M program, enabling international exposure and professional growth

Admission process

1. Application Procedure:
– Submission of a completed application form along with required documents, including academic transcripts, identity documents, and passport-sized photographs.
– Payment of the application fee as per university guidelines.

2. Merit-Based Selection:
– Admission is based on merit, with consideration given to academic performance, entrance test scores, and any other criteria specified by the university.

4. Entrance Test:
– Successful completion of the Superior University Admission Test or any other relevant entry test designated by the university.

5. Interview (if applicable):
– Applicants may be required to undergo an interview as part of the selection process.

Note: The admission criteria may vary based on Superior University’s guidelines and specific requirements for this program. Applicants are advised to contact the admissions office for the most up-to-date information.

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