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Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Department of Pharmacy · 5 Years
Program Overview
The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) is a five-year undergraduate professional degree that prepares you to become a skilled pharmacist, combining pharmaceutical sciences with clinical practice, patient counselling and professional ethics. The program is offered in affiliation with the University of the Punjab.
Why choose Doctor of Pharmacy at IICP?
- Affiliated with the University of the Punjab for the PharmD degree.
- Hands-on laboratories covering pharmaceutics, chemistry, pharmacology and pharmacognosy.
- Practice-based learning with hospital, community and industrial exposure.
Key Skills You Will Master
Career Outcomes
Graduates of this programme are prepared for roles such as:
- Hospital and clinical pharmacist
- Community and retail pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical industry professional (production, quality, regulatory)
- Drug regulatory and quality assurance roles
- Academia, research and higher studies
- Entrepreneurship in pharmacy and healthcare
Program Roadmap
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Admissions & Eligibility
Eligibility: FSc Pre-Medical (or equivalent) with the minimum marks required by the University of the Punjab and the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan. Edit this text with your exact criteria.
FAQs
What is the Doctor of Pharmacy?
The Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) is a five-year undergraduate professional degree that prepares you to become a skilled pharmacist, combining pharmaceutical sciences with clinical practice, patient counselling and professional ethics. The program is offered in affiliation with the University of the Punjab.
How long is the programme?
The programme runs for 5 years (10 semesters) on a full-time basis.
Is there practical or clinical training?
Yes. Learning combines classroom teaching with labs, practicals and, where relevant, clinical or industry placements.
What career options are available after graduation?
Graduates can work as hospital, community or industrial pharmacists, in regulatory and quality roles, or continue to higher studies.
Can international students apply?
Please contact the admissions office for details about applying.
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