PharmD
PharmD
Introduction
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), a five-year professional degree program offered by Qarshi
University Lahore is:
Approved by the Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Accredited by the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan (PCP)
The PharmD program is a vital response to the evolving landscape of healthcare, where
pharmacists play a central role in patient safety, effective medication management, and public health. Recognized globally as the standard for pharmacy education, the PharmD program at Qarshi University is designed to prepare graduates for diverse roles in clinical pharmacy, hospital practice, community pharmacy, pharmaceutical industry, academia, and research.
The curriculum integrates modern pharmaceutical sciences with hands-on clinical training, equipping students with the critical thinking, diagnostic understanding, and therapeutic skills needed to contribute meaningfully to multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
A pioneering collaborative agreement with leading teaching hospitals and medical institutions ensures real-time clinical exposure and skills development. Through seminars, workshops, and joint research initiatives, our students are immersed in a dynamic learning environment that bridges theory with practice, and science with service.
The PharmD degree from Qarshi University is not only a professional qualification but also a commitment to healthcare excellence and innovation, paving the way for future leaders in pharmacy and patient care.
Program Objectives
- To strengthen the students professional and scientific knowledge to understand their ethical and professional responsibilities.
- To provide sufficient professional and practical experience, enabling the students to become valuable Pharmacists who can serve the nation effectively.
- To improve professional, conceptual and human skills required to acquire professional jobs or continue studies and to lead a successful life.
- To assist our students and graduates to take the next level in their profession and life.
- To maintain the role of QU as the leader in the delivery of high-quality Pharmacy education.
- To train professional Pharmacist in the emerging professional areas through professional diplomas and certificate programs.
- To strengthen the network between and to bring together the present students and our graduates through alumni.
- To develop effective lines of communication between the Pharmacy stakeholders.
Career Opportunities for Students
The student will be able to work as:
- Community/ retail Pharmacist: Working in retail pharmacies, giving medications, and offering healthcare advice or consultations.
- Hospital Pharmacist: Working with medical teams to ensure correct prescriptions and dosage.
- Clinical Pharmacist: More patient-centered, helping doctors make medication-related decisions.
- Industrial Pharmacist: Working in pharmaceutical companies in drug formulation, production, and quality control.
- Regulatory Affairs: Ensuring products meet legal and scientific standards.
- Industrial Research & Development (R&D): Developing new drugs and therapies.
- Research Pharmacist: Research in the clinical research organization.
- Academia: Teaching and research roles at universities.
- Pharmacovigilance: Monitoring and evaluating adverse effects of drugs.
Program Distinctive Features
- Integrated Faculty Model: Expert faculty and visiting consultants from top medical universities.
- Clinical and Research Collaboration: Collaborative research and training with leading medical institutions.
- Extensive Clinical Rotations: Hands-on clinical exposure at affiliated teaching hospitals.
- Smart Learning Spaces: Digitally-equipped classrooms for an interactive learning experience.
- Well-Equipped Pharmaceutical Labs: Advanced labs integrating modern and traditional pharmaceutical sciences.
- Experiential Learning Framework: Practical learning through case studies, projects, and real-life scenarios.
- Mentorship-Focused Faculty Engagement: Personalized academic support and faculty mentorship.
- Comprehensive Advisory System: Continuous student guidance through a structured advisory network.
- Enrichment Through Seminars & Guest Lectures: Regular academic events with industry and clinical experts.
- Industry Linkages & Field Visits: Direct exposure to pharmaceutical manufacturing and operations.
- Pharmacy Entrepreneurship Focus: Business skills training to develop pharmacy entrepreneurs.
Teaching Pedagogy
- Program courses are taught by a group of highly qualified academics and industry experts who are passionate about creating a supportive learning environment and making a difference.
- Active faculty engagement with students through interactive classes, out of class activities, and interactions facilitates student learning and grooming.
- Cutting-edge curriculum stay ahead with courses in entrepreneurship, AI, computer-aided formulation design, and in silico tools for drug development.
- To utilize relevant digital tools and advanced learning modalities.
Eligibility Criteria
- FSc pre-medical or equivalent (minimum 60% marks)
- 1st-year candidates (however, their final eligibility shall be determined from overall 60%
marks in 1st and 2nd year examinations).
Duration
- 5 years (10 semesters)
- Each year consists of two semesters.
Program Structure
Five-Year PharmD Degree Program
Tentative Study Plan – PharmD
| Title | Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| 1st Professional PharmD - Semester 1 | |
| Physical Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| Organic Chemistry - I | 3-1-3 |
| Biochemistry - I | 2-1-3 |
| Physiology - I | 3-1-3 |
| Functional English | 3 |
| Total CrHrs | 15 |
| 1st Professional PharmD - Semester 2 | |
| Physical Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Organic Chemistry - II | 3-1-3 |
| Biochemistry - II | 2-1-3 |
| Anatomy & Histology | 2-1-3 |
| Physiology - II | 3-1-3 |
| Islamic Studies / Ethics | 2 |
| Total CrHrs | 17 |
| 2nd Professional PharmD - Semester 3 | |
| Drug Delivery Systems & Formulation Science - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacology & Therapeutics - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacognosy (Basic - I) | 3-1-3 |
| Pathology | 2-1-3 |
| Basic Pharmaceutical Microbiology | 2-1-3 |
| Total CrHrs | 15 |
| 2nd Professional PharmD - Semester 4 | |
| Drug Delivery Systems & Formulation Science - II | 3-1-3 |
| Applied Pharmaceutical Microbiology & Immunology | 3-1-3 |
| Artificial intelligence in Pharmacology & Therapeutics | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacognosy (Basic - II) | 3-1-3 |
| Pakistan Studies | 2 |
| Fehm-e-Quran - I / Interfaith harmony-I | 1 |
| Total CrHrs | 15 |
| Semester V | |
| Pharmacognosy (Applied) | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacology & Therapeutics - III | 3-1-3 |
| Hospital & Community Pharmacy | 2 |
| Quantitative Reasoning - I | 3 |
| Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan | 2 |
| Fehm-e-Quran - II / Interfaith harmony-II | 1 |
| Total CrHrs | 17 |
| 3rd Professional PharmD - Semester 6 | |
| Pharmacognosy (Advanced) | 3-1-3 |
| Dispensing, Social & Administrative Pharmacy | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis - II | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacology & Therapeutics - IV | 3-1-3 |
| Applications of ICT (Especial focus on Pharmacy) | 2-1-3 |
| Quantitative Reasoning - II | 3 |
| Total CrHrs | 17 |
| 4th Professional PharmD - Semester 7 | |
| Industrial Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics - I | 3-1-3 |
| Clinical Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Quality Management System | 3 |
| Expository Writing | 3 |
| Entrepreneurship | 2 |
| Total CrHrs | 17 |
| 4th Professional PharmD - Semester 8 | |
| Industrial Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics - II | 3-1-3 |
| Clinical Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Civics & Community Engagement | 1-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Quality Control | 2-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Management & Marketing | 2 |
| Total CrHrs | 17 |
| 5th Professional PharmD - Semester 9 | |
| Pharmaceutical Technology - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science - I | 3 |
| Medicinal Chemistry - I | 3-1-3 |
| Advanced Clinical Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| Clinical Pharmacology | 2-1-3 |
| Total CrHrs | 15 |
| 5th Professional PharmD - Semester 10 | |
| Pharmaceutical Technology - II | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science - II | 3 |
| Medicinal Chemistry - II | 3-1-3 |
| Advanced Clinical Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Bioethics (arts & humanities category) | 2 |
| Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total CrHrs | 17 |
| Total | 165 |
| 1st Professional PharmD - Semester 1 | |
|---|---|
| Physical Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| Organic Chemistry - I | 3-1-3 |
| Biochemistry - I | 2-1-3 |
| Physiology - I | 3-1-3 |
| Functional English | 3 |
| Total CrHrs: 15 | |
| 1st Professional PharmD - Semester 2 | |
| Physical Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Organic Chemistry - II | 3-1-3 |
| Biochemistry - II | 2-1-3 |
| Anatomy & Histology | 2-1-3 |
| Physiology - II | 3-1-3 |
| Islamic Studies / Ethics | 2 |
| Total CrHrs: 17 | |
| 2nd Professional PharmD - Semester 3 | |
| Drug Delivery Systems | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacology - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacognosy (Basic - I) | 3-1-3 |
| Pathology | 2-1-3 |
| Basic Microbiology | 2-1-3 |
| Total CrHrs: 15 | |
| 2nd Professional PharmD - Semester 4 | |
| Drug Delivery Systems - II | 3-1-3 |
| Applied Microbiology | 3-1-3 |
| AI in Pharmacology | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacognosy (Basic - II) | 3-1-3 |
| Pakistan Studies | 2 |
| Fehm-e-Quran - I | 1 |
| Total CrHrs: 15 | |
| Semester V | |
| Pharmacognosy (Applied) | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis - I | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacology - III | 3-1-3 |
| Hospital Pharmacy | 2 |
| Quantitative Reasoning - I | 3 |
| Constitution of Pakistan | 2 |
| Fehm-e-Quran - II | 1 |
| Total CrHrs: 17 | |
| 3rd Professional PharmD - Semester 6 | |
| Pharmacognosy (Advanced) | 3-1-3 |
| Dispensing Pharmacy | 2 |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis - II | 3-1-3 |
| Pharmacology - IV | 3-1-3 |
| Applications of ICT | 2-1-3 |
| Quantitative Reasoning - II | 3 |
| Total CrHrs: 17 | |
| 4th Professional PharmD - Semester 7 | |
| Industrial Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| Biopharmaceutics - I | 3-1-3 |
| Clinical Pharmacy - I | 3-1-3 |
| PQM System | 3 |
| Expository Writing | 3 |
| Entrepreneurship | 2 |
| Total CrHrs: 17 | |
| 4th Professional PharmD - Semester 8 | |
| Industrial Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Biopharmaceutics - II | 3-1-3 |
| Clinical Pharmacy - II | 3-1-3 |
| Civics & Engagement | 1-1-3 |
| Quality Control | 2-1-3 |
| Management & Marketing | 2 |
| Total CrHrs: 17 | |
| 5th Professional PharmD - Semester 9 | |
| Pharmaceutical Tech - I | 3-1-3 |
| Regulatory Science - I | 3 |
| Medicinal Chemistry - I | 3-1-3 |
| Advanced Clinical - I | 3-1-3 |
| Clinical Pharmacology | 2-1-3 |
| Total CrHrs: 15 | |
| 5th Professional PharmD - Semester 10 | |
| Pharmaceutical Tech - II | 3-1-3 |
| Regulatory Science - II | 3 |
| Medicinal Chemistry - II | 3-1-3 |
| Advanced Clinical - II | 3-1-3 |
| Bioethics | 2 |
| Capstone Project | 3 |
| Total CrHrs: 17 | |
| Total: 165 | |