Department of Pharmacy - Shaheed BB University, Sheringal

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)

Program Description & Learning Outcomes.

In accordance with the Higher Education Commission Ordinance 2002 and the professional directives outlined by the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan under the Pharmacy Act 1967, The Department of Pharmacy, through its Board of studies and Academic Council adopted the Curriculum for its Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Program in toto.

Aims & Objectives of the PharmD Program:

The objectives of the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) curriculum are designed to equip graduates with the essential skills, contemporary knowledge, and robust ethical values. Graduates will possess effective communication, writing, and social skills, empowering them to excel in various professional paths, including:

  • Pharmaceutical care within health systems and community settings, emphasizing appropriate medication use and prioritizing patient safety.
  • Roles within the pharmaceutical industry, encompassing a comprehensive understanding of quality systems.
    • Pursuit of careers in academia, research, and development, contributing to the advancement of pharmaceutical knowledge and practices.
    • Aims

      To cultivate pharmacy graduates equipped with scientific knowledge and skills that enable them to contribute seamlessly to the design, manufacturing, distribution, and safe, effective utilization of pharmaceuticals in both societal and clinical contexts, ensuring the highest standards of quality.

      Objectives
    • Stay abreast of advancements in modern sciences.
    • Prepare students to meet industrial requirements, equipping them with a profound understanding of basic medical and pharmaceutical sciences to develop individualized dosage regimens.
    • Ensure comprehensive community pharmacy practice.
    • Implement diverse internship experiences across pharmacy disciplines.
    • Regularly update the pharmacy curriculum to align with current proposals, requirements, and professional needs.
    • Cultivate graduates who are highly skilled, competitive, and well-versed in practical and theoretical knowledge.
    • Address both local and international pharmacy needs.
    • Establish uniformity in national-level pharmacy curricula.
    • Harmonize credit hours for practical and theoretical components.
    • Develop healthcare practitioners proficient in the practical application of medicine for disease state management and public health improvement.
    • Equip graduates for careers in enhancing patient safety, working in the pharmaceutical industry, engaging in academia and research, and serving as ethical and communicative professionals.
    • Foster graduates' integration into healthcare teams post-graduation.
    • Educate stakeholders about the implications of WTO and TRIPS.
    • Emphasize practical aspects in the syllabi over theoretical content.
    • Introduce new elements related to Over the Counter (OTC) Pharmacy and patient-pharmacist interaction.
    • Prepare graduates for advanced pharmacy practice in clinical, community, hospital, and industrial settings.
    • Expand the curriculum with clinical-oriented content in response to PharmD degree demands.
    • Regularly update syllabi to align with national and international requirements.
    • Develop graduates capable of meeting the challenges of 21st-century healthcare problems.
    • Align syllabi content with international trends and standards observed in PharmD education globally.
    • Acceptance requirements and Criteria for the Doctor of Pharmacy Program

      Qualification: Candidates must have passed F. Sc (Pre-Medical) or an equivalent qualification with at least 60% marks.

      SCHEME OF COURSES FOR DOCTOR OF PHARMACY (PHARM D)
      FOR SEMESTER SYSTEM

      1st Professional Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D).

      1st Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      ENG 300

      English-A (functional English)

      2

      PHARM 310

      Pharmaceutics-IA(Physical Pharmacy)

      3+1

      PHARM 311

      Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IA (Organic)

      3+1

      PHARM 312

      Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IIA (Biochemistry)

      3+1

      PHARM 313

      Physiology-A

      3+1

      PHARM 314

      Anatomy & Histology

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      22

      2nd Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      ENG 301

      English-B(Communication & writing skills)

      4

      PHARM 315

      Pharmaceutics-IB(Physical Pharmacy)

      3+1

      PHARM 316

      Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IB (Organic)

      3+1

      PHARM 317

      Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IIB (Biochemistry)

      3+1

      PHARM 318

      Physiology-A

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      20

      2nd Professional Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D).

      First Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      IS 402

      Islamic Studies

      3

      PHARM 410

      Pharmaceutics-IIA (Dosage form science)

      3+1

      PHARM 411

      Pharmaceutics-IIIA (Pharmaceutical microbiology & immunology)

      3+1

      PHARM 412

      Pharmacology & Therapeutics-IA

      3+1

      PHARM 413

      Pharmacognosy-IA (Basic)

      3+1

      PHARM 414

      Pharmacy Practice-IA (Pharmaceutical Mathematics)

      3

      Total Credit Hours

      22

      2nd Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PS 403

      Pakistan Studies

      2

      PHARM 415

      Pharmaceutics-IIB (Dosage form science)

      3+1

      PHARM 416

      Pharmaceutics-IIIB (Pharmaceutical microbiology & immunology)

      3+1

      PHARM 417

      PPharmacology & Therapeutics-IB

      3+1

      PHARM 418

      Pharmacognosy-IB (Basic)

      3+1

      PHARM 419

      Pharmacy Practice-IB (Bio-Statisrics)

      3

      Total Credit Hours

      21

      3rd Professional Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D).

      First Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PHARM 510

      Pharmacy practice-IIA (Dispensing Pharmacy)

      3+1

      PHARM 511

      Pharmaceutical chemistry-IIIA (Pharmaceutical Analysis)

      3+1

      PHARM 512

      Pharmacology & Therapeutics-IIA

      3+1

      PHARM 513

      Pharmacognosy-IIA (Advanced)

      3+1

      PHARM 514

      Pathology

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      20

      2nd Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PHARM 515

      Pharmacy practice-IIB (Community, Social & Administrative Pharmacy)

      3

      PHARM 516

      Pharmaceutical chemistry-IIIB (Pharmaceutical Analysis)

      3+1

      PHARM 517

      Pharmacology & Therapeutics-IIB

      3+1

      PHARM 518

      Pharmacognosy-IIB (Advanced)

      3+1

      PHARM 519

      Pharmacy Practice-III (Computer & its Applications in Pharmacy)

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      19

      4th Professional Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D).

      First Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PHARM 610

      Pharmacy practice-IVA (Hospital Pharmacy)

      3

      PHARM 611

      Pharmacy Practice-VA (Clinical Pharmacy-I)

      3+1

      PHARM 612

      Pharmaceutics-IVA (Industrial Pharmacy)

      3+1

      PHARM 613

      Pharmaceutics-VA (Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics)

      3+1

      PHARM 614

      Pharmaceutics-VIA (Pharmaceutical Quality Management)

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      19

      2nd Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PHARM 615

      Pharmacy practice-IVB (Hospital Pharmacy)

      3

      PHARM 616

      Pharmacy Practice-VB (Clinical Pharmacy-I)

      3+1

      PHARM 617

      Pharmaceutics-IVB (Industrial Pharmacy)

      3+1

      PHARM 618

      Pharmaceutics-VB (Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics)

      3+1

      PHARM 619

      Pharmaceutics-VIB (Pharmaceutical Quality Management)

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      19

      5th Professional Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D).

      First Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PHARM 710

      Pharmaceutics-VIIA (Pharmaceutical Technology)

      3+1

      PHARM 711

      Pharmacy Practice-VIA (Advanced Clinical Pharmacy-II)

      3+1

      PHARM 712

      Pharmacy Practice-VIIA (Forensic Pharmacy)

      3

      PHARM 713

      Pharmacy Practice-VIIIA (Pharmaceutical Management & Marketing)

      3

      PHARM 714

      Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IVA (Medicinal Chemistry)

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      18

      2nd Semester

      Course No.

      Title

      CH

      PHARM 715

      Pharmaceutics-VIIB (Pharmaceutical Technology)

      3+1

      PHARM 716

      Pharmacy Practice-VIB (Advanced Clinical Pharmacy-II)

      3+1

      PHARM 717

      Pharmacy Practice-VIIB (Forensic Pharmacy)

      3

      PHARM 718

      Pharmacy Practice-VIIIB (Pharmaceutical Management & Marketing)

      3

      PHARM 719

      Pharmaceutical Chemistry-IVB (Medicinal Chemistry)

      3+1

      Total Credit Hours

      18

      Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D). Five Year Credit Hours Summary


      Pharm.D

      1st Semester

      2nd Semester

      Total

      Professional

      Cr. Hr.

      Cr. Hr.

      Cr. Hr.

      1st

      22

      20

      42

      2nd

      22

      21

      43

      3rd

      20

      19

      39

      4th

      19

      19

      38

      5th  (Final)

      18

      18

      36

      Total Credit Hours

      101

      97

      198

       

       

      Professional Training

      Clinical Pharmacy (4th & 5th Professions) Clerkship a Total of 350 hrs. An internship, in any of the given tracks is mandatory for the ward of degree i.e., Pharmaceutical Industry, Community Pharmacy, Hospital / Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Marketing, Management & Regulatory Affairs a total of 350 hrs.

      Training plan

      CLINICAL PHARMACY CLERKSHIP TRAINING

    • Outcome of the Training Program
    • Training location
    • Evaluation method
    • Outcomes of the PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy) Training Program
    • Real-World Preparedness:

      Our program equips graduates to confidently navigate real-world scenarios, providing comprehensive training to oversee clinical outcomes associated with pharmacotherapy. Graduates are adept at managing complications arising from medication, ensuring their preparedness for the dynamic challenges of the pharmaceutical landscape.

    • Medication System Navigation:

      Graduates demonstrate effective and safe maneuvering through the medication system. Proficiency in pharmacy informatics, validation of medication orders, application of medication safety principles, and management of both sterile and non-sterile products are integral components of their skill set.

    • Pharmacist Care Practices:

      Our graduates excel in delivering pharmacist care, conducting proficient patient assessments, follow-ups, and demonstrating expertise in the identification, resolution, and prevention of drug-related issues. This emphasis on patient-centric care ensures a high standard of pharmaceutical practice.

    • Research Project Completion:

      The program focuses on cultivating expertise in project management, organizational proficiency, problem-solving, critical literature assessment, data analysis, evaluation, and presentation skills through the completion of a rigorous research project. Graduates emerge with a well-rounded skill set that is essential for contributing to advancements in the field.

    • Clinical knowledge:

      Our training program offers hands-on experience during clinical clerkships, where students actively participate in various hospital departments such as pediatrics, psychiatry, pulmonology, cardiology, dermatology, and gynecology. This exposure enhances their clinical knowledge and prepares them for diverse healthcare environments.

    • Dose Adjustments and Interactions Monitoring:

      Graduates are proficient in compiling patient cases and overseeing issues related to medication. They possess the expertise to make dose adjustments in cases of hepatic and renal impairments while effectively assessing and managing drug-drug interactions.

    • Hospital Exposure:

      Through active engagement in medical rounds and familiarity with hospital management systems via Hospital Management and Information Systems (HMIS), graduates gain invaluable exposure to hospital operations, drug distribution, procurement, and utilization, enhancing their understanding of healthcare delivery.

    • Effective Communication:

      The program emphasizes the cultivation of proficient interpersonal and communication abilities. Graduates excel in effective communication, contributing to improved patient care and making valuable contributions to the practice of hospital pharmacy.

    • Training Locations:

      Acquiring experience in various healthcare environments, encompassing public medical teaching institutions/hospitals and private tertiary care hospitals. These training centers boast well-established and organized pharmacy services, which include:

      • Lady Reading Hospital (Medical Teaching Institute), Peshawar.
      • MTI Khyber Teaching Hospital (Medical Teaching Institute), Peshawar.
      • MTI Hayatabad medical Complex (Medical Teaching Institute), Peshawar.
      • Rehman Medical Institute, Peshawar.
      • Northwest General Hospital, Peshawar.
      • Saidu Teaching Hospital STH Swat سیدو تدریسی ہسپتال).
      • Description of Training Program
        4th Profession PharmD:
      • The training program involves 150 contact hours in hospital settings. Students, grouped systematically, oversee patient cases to identify drug-related issues, make dose adjustments, and assess interactions.
      • Departmental Lab Work: 2 hrs. per week.
      • 5th Profession PharmD:
      • The clerkship in the fifth year encompasses 200 contact hours within hospital settings, involving participation in medical rounds, gaining familiarity with hospital management systems, and presenting patient cases weekly in accordance with standard treatment guidelines.

      • Clinal pharmacy project: Engaging in brief research projects cultivates interpersonal and communication skills, contributing to the delivery of effective patient care.
        Clinical Training Evaluation:
        4th Profession PharmD:
      • External Examiner evaluation of cases collected during training.
      • Written paper on topics related to clinical pharmacy practice.
      • Viva-Voce examination.
      • 5th Profession PharmD:

        These assessment methodologies are designed to offer a comprehensive evaluation of the knowledge, skills, and capabilities acquired by students during their clinical pharmacy training. The incorporation of external examiner assessments ensures an impartial and meticulous evaluation process.

      • The External Examiner is responsible for evaluating the project reports submitted by students as part of their clinical pharmacy training. This evaluation encompasses the following key aspects:
      • Successful completion of a comprehensive research project, demonstrating a range of skills.
      • Demonstration of project management abilities in organizing and executing the research.
      • Critical appraisal of existing literature relevant to the chosen research topic.
      • Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
      • Effective evaluation and presentation of research findings.
      • The external examiner's involvement ensures objectivity and rigor in the evaluation process.
      • Internship:

        Successful completion of an internship within any of the specified tracks is a prerequisite for the conferral of the degree. These tracks include Pharmaceutical Industry, Community Pharmacy, Hospital/Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Marketing, Management & Regulatory Affairs, with a total requirement of 350 hours.

        Campus Location District Dir (Upper Tehsil, Sheringal, Upper Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18050, Pakistan, (35.27039327983769, 72.00275173055407)