Shri Gulabrao Deokar College of Pharmacy offers a comprehensive range of programs in pharmaceutical sciences, focusing on developing skilled professionals for the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. The curriculum emphasizes theoretical knowledge, practical training, and research to prepare students for diverse career paths in pharmacy practice, drug development, and regulatory affairs.
- Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm): This two-year program provides foundational education in pharmaceutical sciences, including subjects like pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, and hospital pharmacy. Students gain hands-on experience through laboratory work and internships, equipping them for roles as pharmacy technicians or assistants in retail and hospital settings. The course covers drug formulation, dispensing, and basic patient counseling, with a total intake of around 60 seats.
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm): A four-year undergraduate degree that delves deeper into advanced topics such as advanced pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, and pharmaceutical analysis. The program includes industrial training, project work, and exposure to quality control and assurance. Graduates are prepared for positions in manufacturing, research, marketing, and clinical pharmacy, with an annual intake of 100 seats. Emphasis is placed on emerging areas like herbal drugs and biotechnology in pharmacy.
- Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm): This two-year postgraduate program offers specializations in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, and Quality Assurance. Each specialization includes advanced coursework, research methodology, and a dissertation project. For instance, M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics focuses on drug delivery systems, formulation development, and biopharmaceutics, while Pharmaceutical Chemistry covers synthetic organic chemistry and drug design. The program fosters research skills for academia, industry R&D, or regulatory bodies, with limited seats per specialization (15 each).
Additionally, the college supports doctoral programs (Ph.D.) in pharmaceutical sciences through affiliations, encouraging original research in areas like novel drug delivery and analytical techniques. Practical training is enhanced by well-equipped labs, animal house facilities, and collaborations with pharmaceutical industries for internships and placements. The curriculum aligns with Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) guidelines, ensuring high standards and employability. Students also participate in seminars, workshops, and conferences to stay updated with global trends in pharmacy. Overall, the programs aim to produce competent pharmacists who contribute to public health, drug safety, and innovation in the pharmaceutical sector, with a holistic approach integrating ethics, communication skills, and entrepreneurship.
