M Pharm Pharmacognosy
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M Pharm Pharmacognosy
Overview
Eligibility Criteria
Career Prospects
Curriculam
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Programme Outcome
Overview
The Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) in Pharmacognosy is a specialized postgraduate program that focuses on the study of medicinal plants, natural products, and traditional medicines. Pharmacognosy explores the identification, isolation, characterization, and biological activities of bioactive compounds derived from natural sources.
Eligibility Criteria
1. A Pass in the following examinations
a) B. Pharm Degree examination of an Indian university established by law in India from an institution approved by Pharmacy Council of India and has scored not less than 55 % of the maximum marks (aggregate of 4years of B. Pharm.)
b) Every student, selected for admission to post graduate pharmacy program in any PCI approved institution should have obtained registration with the State Pharmacy Council or should obtain the same within one month from the date of his/her admission, failing which the admission of the candidate shall be cancelled.
Note: It is mandatory to submit a migration certificate obtained from the respective university where the candidate had passed his/her qualifying degree (B. Pharm.)
2. Proficiency in the English language may be required for international applicants.1. A Pass in the following examinations
a) B. Pharm Degree examination of an Indian university established by law in India from an institution approved by Pharmacy Council of India and has scored not less than 55 % of the maximum marks (aggregate of 4years of B. Pharm.)
b) Every student, selected for admission to post graduate pharmacy program in any PCI approved institution should have obtained registration with the State Pharmacy Council or should obtain the same within one month from the date of his/her admission, failing which the admission of the candidate shall be cancelled.
Note: It is mandatory to submit a migration certificate obtained from the respective university where the candidate had passed his/her qualifying degree (B. Pharm.)
2. Proficiency in the English language may be required for international applicants.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the M. Pharm in Pharmacognosy have a wide range of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, research institutions, academia, regulatory agencies, and healthcare sectors. Some potential career paths and roles include:
Pharmacognosist:
Conducting research on medicinal plants, natural products, and traditional medicines, exploring their therapeutic potential and biological activities.Natural Product Chemist:
Isolating, characterizing, and synthesizing bioactive compounds from natural sources for drug discovery and development.Herbal Product Development Scientist:
Developing herbal medicines, dietary supplements, and nutraceuticals, including formulation, standardization, and quality control.Quality Control/Quality Assurance Manager:
Ensuring compliance with quality standards, conducting quality assessments, and implementing quality control measures in herbal product manufacturing.Regulatory Affairs Specialist:
Managing regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and navigating the regulatory approval process for herbal medicines and dietary supplements.- Academician/Researcher:
Engaging in academic research and teaching in universities and research institutions, training future Pharmacognosists and conducting cutting-edge research in pharmacognosy and natural products.
Curriculam
Course of study for M.Pharm. (Pharmacognosy)
Semester I
| Course Code | Course | Credit Hours | Credit Points | Hrs./w k | Marks |
| MPH101T | Modern Pharmaceutical Analytical Techniques | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH102T | Drug Delivery System | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH103T | Modern Pharmaceutics | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH104T | Regulatory Affair | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH105P | Pharmaceutics Practical I | 12 | 6 | 12 | 150 |
| Seminar/Assignment | 7 | 4 | 7 | 100 | |
| Total | 35 | 26 | 35 | 650 |
Semester II
| Course Code | Course | Credit Hours | Credit Points | Hrs./w k | Marks |
| MPH201T | Molecular Pharmaceutics (NanoTech and Targeted DDS) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH202T | Advanced Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH203T | Computer Aided Drug Delivery System | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH204T | Cosmetic and Cosmeceuticals | 4 | 4 | 4 | 100 |
| MPH205P | Pharmaceutics Practical II | 12 | 6 | 12 | 150 |
| Seminar/Assignment | 7 | 4 | 7 | 100 | |
| Total | 35 | 26 | 35 | 650 |
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Programme Outcome
| PO1 | Pharmacy Knowledge Possess knowledge and comprehension of the core information associated with the profession of pharmacy, including biomedical sciences; pharmaceutical sciences; behavioural, social, and administrative pharmacy sciences; and manufacturing practices. |
| PO2 | Thinking Abilities Utilise the principles of scientific inquiry, thinking analytically, clearly and critically, while solving problems and making decisions during daily practice. Find, analyse, evaluate and apply information systematically and shall make defensible decisions. |
| PO3 | Planning Abilities Demonstrate effective planning abilities including time management, resource management, delegation skills and organisational skills. Develop and implement plans and organise work to meet deadlines |
| PO4 | Leadership skills Understand and consider the human reaction to change, motivation issues, leadership and team building when planning changes required for fulfilment of practice, professional and societal responsibilities. Assume participatory roles as responsible citizens or leadership roles, whenever appropriate, to facilitate improvement in health and well-being. |
| PO5 | Professional Identity Understand, analyse and communicate the value of their professional roles in society (e.g. health care professionals, suppliers of pharmaceuticals, promoters of health, educators, business managers, employers, employees) through consideration of historical, social, economic and political issues. |
| PO6 | The Pharmacist and society Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional pharmacy practice. |
| PO7 | Environment and sustainability Understand the impact of the professional pharmacy solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development. |
| PO8 | Ethics Honour personal values and apply ethical principles in professional and social contexts. Demonstrate behaviour that recognises cultural and personal variability in values, communication and lifestyles. Use ethical frameworks, apply ethical principles while making decisions, and take responsibility for the outcomes associated with the decisions. |
| PO9 | Communication Communicate effectively with the pharmacy community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports, make effective presentations and documentation, and give and receive clear instructions. |
| PO10 | Modern tool usage Learn, select, and apply appropriate methods and procedures, resources, and modern pharmacy-related computing tools with an understanding of the limitations. |
| PO11 | Life-long learning Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change. Self-assess and use feedback effectively from others to identify learning needs and to satisfy these needs on an ongoing basis |
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Faculty
Dr. Annegowda H V
M. Pharma, Ph. D
Dr. Pulak Majumder
M. Pharma, Ph. D, DPH
Dr. Tripathy Amrutanand. S
M. Pharma, Ph. D
Mr. Pradeep H A
M. Pharma, Ph D
Mr. Nischith S S
M. Pharma, (Ph. D)
