Build advanced clinical pharmacy expertise with Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D - Post Baccalaureate)

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Duration 3 Years

Eligibility Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a PCI-approved institution

Intake 10 Students

Fees ₹2,50,000 / Year

Campus DPGU School of Pharmacy and Research, Pimpri, Pune.

Eligibility Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from a PCI-approved institution

Programme Overview

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate) is a three-year advanced professional programme designed for B.Pharm graduates seeking specialized expertise in clinical pharmacy and patient care. The programme combines two years of intensive academic study with a one-year hospital internship, enabling students to build advanced knowledge in clinical pharmacology, pharmacotherapeutics, hospital pharmacy, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory affairs.

Through structured clinical exposure and hospital-based training, students develop practical skills in patient counselling, drug therapy management, medication optimisation, chronic disease management, and evidence-based pharmaceutical care. The programme prepares graduates for diverse opportunities across hospitals, pharmaceutical organizations, clinical research, regulatory functions, pharmacovigilance, and healthcare services.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why Choose Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate) at DPGU?

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate) programme offers graduates an advanced, clinical-oriented curriculum in patient care and clinical pharmacy. Combining two years of intensive study with a one-year hospital internship, the programme builds practical expertise in pharmacotherapeutics, medication optimisation, chronic disease management, and patient counselling. Graduates are well-prepared for high-impact roles across hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organisations, pharmacovigilance units, and regulatory bodies.

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Programme Highlights

Industry-powered Curriculum

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Project-Based Learning Approach

Each B Tech Computer Science course includes project-based learning, so students can build real-world applications using the newest technologies and development tools.

Industry Certification Programmes

Students can earn internationally recognized certifications through partnerships with top tech companies, making them more skilled and employable.

Foreign Language Training

In the first year, students receive training in German and Japanese, which helps them explore more global career options.

Strong Industry Partnerships & Placements

DPGU has a dedicated placement cell and strong collaboration with prominent industry leaders. Students can benefit from placement support, internships, live projects, and job opportunities with leading IT companies.

Experienced Faculty & Industry Mentors

Learn directly from highly qualified teachers, supported by experienced industry professionals. These mentors bring real-world experience into the classroom.

Career Development & Soft Skills Training

Participate in regular aptitude training, communication skill development, personality enhancement, interview preparation, and career counseling sessions.

Strong Alumni Network

Connect with a large, active alumni community that offers mentorship and networking opportunities through events and regular interactions.
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Learning Experiences

Students gain practical knowledge through case studies, industry interactions, workshops, projects, presentations, and real-world marketing activities.

Curriculum

Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate curriculum progressively develops advanced clinical knowledge, practical competencies, research skills, and professional readiness.

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Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate) programme must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

The candidate should have passed Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India under Section 12 of the Pharmacy Act.

Preference will be given to candidates having a Non-Zero Positive Score in the Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) conducted by the National Testing Agency.

Any other eligibility criteria and requirements declared from time to time by the appropriate authority as defined under the University Act.

Fee Structure

Course Duration:

3 Years

Annual Fee:

₹ 2,50,000/-

Career Opportunities After Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate

Pharm.D – Post Baccalaureate graduates can explore specialised opportunities across clinical practice, hospitals, pharmaceutical organisations, research, and regulatory functions.

Career pathways include:

Clinical Pharmacist

Hospital Pharmacist

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Pharmacovigilance Officer

Clinical Research Professional

Medical Writer

Healthcare Consultant

Drug Safety Professional

Clinical Pharmacy Professional

How to Apply?

DPGU admission process and application procedure

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FAQs

Candidates must have successfully completed a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree from an institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India.

Our post baccalaureate course has an annual fee of ₹2.50 Lakh per year. To ensure you have the most up-to-date info about fees, students are suggested to check the exact fee details on our official fee structure page.

Structure: Covers therapeutics, clinical research, pharmacokinetics, and a 6-month research project.

Duration: 3 years (2 years of study/clerkship + 1 year of mandatory hospital internship).

Graduates operate in elite clinical spheres as Clinical Trial Managers, Pharmacovigilance Directors, Medical Safety Officers, and Formulary Consultants.

The compulsory one-year internship is conducted in Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre.

Pharm.D is a 6-year doctoral course open to students right after Class 12th or Diploma. Conversely, Pharm.D (Post-Baccalaureate) is an accelerated 3-year track open exclusively to B.Pharm graduates.

Yes, completing a Pharm.D awards you a professional doctorate degree, which officially authorizes you to use the prefix "Dr." before your name. While it makes you a clinical drug expert qualified to work in hospital wards alongside medical practitioners, it is a clinical pharmacy degree, not an MBBS medical degree.

Yes, Pharm.D graduates can work directly in hospitals as Clinical Pharmacists. The programme also consists of a year of a mandatory hospital residency, preparing you to work alongside doctors on ward rounds, manage patient dosages, and handle clinical drug safety.

Yes, completing a B.Pharm degree is the mandatory eligibility criterion for this course. The 3-year Post-Baccalaureate program is designed specifically for B.Pharm graduates.

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