Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy) is a professional doctorate in pharmacy designed to produce clinical pharmacists who are experts in drug therapy, patient care, and medication management. The course combines pharmaceutical science with clinical practice, focusing heavily on hospital-based training and direct patient interaction. It is recognized by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and is considered equivalent to other doctoral health degrees like MBBS in terms of professional status in many countries.
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Regular: 6 years (5 years academic + 1 year mandatory internship in hospitals). Post Baccalaureate: 3 years (for B.Pharm graduates: 2 years academics + 1 year internship).
Eligibility
Educational Qualifications: 10+2 (Science or Arts stream) or Vocational ANM courses (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife)
40–45% aggregate marks
Career Scope
Diverse opportunities in hospitals, government services, and abroad
Scope After BSc Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
Career Opportunities
- ✓ Clinical Pharmacist in hospitals
- ✓ Pharmacovigilance Officer
- ✓ Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
- ✓ Medical Writer / Drug Information Expert
- ✓ Hospital or Community Healthcare Coordinator
- ✓ Academician (Lecturer/Professor)
- ✓ Roles in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and clinical trials
Higher Studies Options
- • PhD in Clinical Pharmacy or related fields
- • MBA in Healthcare/Hospital Management
- • Specialized certifications (e.g., oncology, critical care pharmacy)
Jobs Abroad
Opportunities in countries like the UK, Ireland, Gulf countries, etc.
Requirements: Relevant exams and registration
Government Opportunities
ESIC, Railways, AIIMS, Defense, State PSCs (eligible for Drug Inspector, Pharmacist, Lecturer, Healthcare Consultant roles)
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