Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.)

Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.)

The Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) is a professional programme designed to provide foundational knowledge and practical skills in pharmaceutical sciences. The programme prepares students for roles in community and hospital pharmacies, focusing on drug formulation, dispensing practices, patient care, and pharmaceutical regulations.

At Dr. K. N. Modi University (NCR Campus), the D.Pharm. programme emphasises hands-on training, ethical pharmaceutical practice, and industry-relevant learning to meet the standards of the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.

Programme Overview

Pharmacy professionals play a crucial role in healthcare delivery by ensuring the safe and effective use of medicines. The D.Pharm. programme offers a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and pharmacy practice.

The curriculum is structured to build strong technical knowledge, practical competence, and regulatory awareness aligned with Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) norms.

Objectives of the Programme

The programme aims to:

Provide fundamental knowledge of drugs, medicines, and their uses

Develop skills in dispensing, compounding, and patient counselling

Train students in pharmaceutical ethics and legal aspects

Enhance practical exposure through laboratory and hospital training

Prepare students for professional roles in pharmacy practice

Key Subjects Covered

The programme includes core subjects such as:

Pharmaceutics

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Pharmacology

Pharmacognosy

Hospital and Clinical Pharmacy

Community Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence

Drug Store and Business Management

Health Education and Patient Counselling

Practical Training / Internship