A Diploma Course
D. PHARMACY
The Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharmacy) is a two-year undergraduate program that provides foundational knowledge and practical skills in pharmacy, focusing on the preparation, dispensing, and proper use of medications. It prepares students for careers in healthcare settings or as licensed pharmacists.
Course
OVERVIEW
Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharmacy) is a two-year undergraduate diploma program designed to provide essential knowledge and skills in the field of pharmacy. The course focuses on pharmaceutical sciences, drug formulation, dispensing, and proper usage of medicines. It serves as a foundational step for those who wish to pursue a career in pharmacy or further studies like Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm).
For Admission
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed their 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as main subjects.
Minimum Marks: Most institutions require at least 45-50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
Course
DURATION
The course spans 2 years, with a mandatory practical training period of 3 month in a pharmacy or hospital.
To Study
SUBJECTS
- Pharmaceutics
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmacognosy
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Social Pharmacy
- Pharmacology
- Community Pharmacy and Management
- Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology
- Pharmacotherapeutics
- Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Law and Ethics
Pharmacy
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Growth
KEY SKILL GAINED
- Expertise in drug formulation and dispensing.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical laws and ethics.
- Understanding of drug interactions and patient counseling.
- Practical experience in community and hospital pharmacy.