Master in Pharmacy (M.Pharma)

Overview

The Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharma) at Sai Meer College of Pharmacy (SMCO) is a 2-year postgraduate program designed to build advanced expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, research methodologies, and industrial applications. Ideal for B.Pharm graduates aiming for leadership roles in R&D, academics, clinical research, and regulatory affairs, this course combines rigorous academics with real-world exposure.

Affiliation & Approval

  • Approved by
    Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi
  • Recognized by
    AICTE, New Delhi
  • Affiliated to
    Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have completed B. Pharma from a PCI-approved institution with minimum qualifying marks.
    Admission is based on entrance or merit, as per university and AKTU norms.

Course Duration

  • 2 Years (Semester System)
  • Includes research thesis, industrial projects, and practical lab training.

Curriculum Highlights

  • Advanced Pharmaceutics & Drug Delivery Systems
  • Pharmacokinetics & Clinical Trials
  • Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
  • Research Methodology & Biostatistics
  • Quality Assurance & GMP Guidelines
  • Pharmaceutical Analysis & Formulation
  • Seminar, Dissertation, and Viva Voce

Career Opportunities After D.Pharma

  • Formulation & R&D Scientist
Work in research and development of new drug formulations or delivery technologies.
  • Teaching & Academics

Serve as lecturer or assistant professor in reputed pharmacy colleges and universities.

  • Regulatory Affairs Executive
Handle documentation and compliance for national and international drug approvals.
  • Pharmacovigilance / Clinical Research
Join hospitals, CROs, or pharma firms to manage clinical data and drug safety.
  • Doctoral Studies & Global Scope
Go for Ph.D. or certification courses to open global career paths in regulatory science, pharma policy, or research.