Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)

BLDEA’s College of Pharmacy provides one of the finest D.Pharm programs, ensuring a solid foundation for aspiring pharmacy professionals.

Institution Approvals and Recognition

• Approved by the Drug Control Board of Karnataka and recognized by the Government of Karnataka.
• Accredited by the Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi.

Course Duration:

• Two Academic Years, with each year comprising a minimum of 180 working days.
• Includes 500 hours of Practical Training over a period of at least three months.

Subjects Overview

Part 1

1. Pharmaceutics
   • Theory: Fundamental concepts of formulation, preparation, and dispensing of drugs.
   • Practical: Hands-on training in pharmaceutical preparations and techniques.
2. Pharmaceutical Chemistry
   • Theory: Study of chemical properties, drug synthesis, and analytical methods.
   • Practical: Laboratory techniques for analyzing and identifying pharmaceutical compounds.
3. Pharmacognosy
   • Theory: Exploration of natural sources of drugs, including plants and minerals.
   • Practical: Identification and extraction of bioactive substances from natural sources.
4. Human Anatomy & Physiology
   • Theory: Detailed study of the human body, its structure, and functions.
   • Practical: Experiments and observations related to human anatomy and physiological processes.
5. Social Pharmacy
   • Theory: Understanding the role of pharmacy in public health and social welfare.
   • Practical: Activities and case studies focused on health awareness and community services.

Part 2

1. Pharmacology
   • Theory: Study of drug action, interactions, and side effects.
   • Practical: Experimental procedures and analysis in pharmacology.

2. Community Pharmacy & Management
   • Theory: Principles of pharmacy practice in community settings and management techniques.
   • Practical: Real-world pharmacy operations and management training.

3. Biochemistry & Clinical Pathology
   • Theory: Understanding biochemical processes and laboratory diagnostic techniques.
   • Practical: Laboratory works in clinical pathology and biochemistry.

4. Pharmacotherapeutics
   • Theory: Study of the therapeutic uses of drugs in treating diseases.
   • Practical: Application of pharmacotherapy in clinical scenarios.

5. Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy
   • Theory: Pharmacy practice in hospital settings and clinical procedures.
   • Practical: Hands-on experience in hospital pharmacy operations.

6. Pharmacy Law & Ethics
   • Theory: Laws governing pharmacy practice and ethical considerations in healthcare.

Internal Assessment and Promotion Criteria for Diploma in Pharmacy

Internal Assessment

• Regular records of theory and practical class work, as well as examinations, are maintained for each student.
• Sessional Marks:
  • Theory: 20 marks per subject.
  • Practical: 20 marks per subject, divided as:
    • 10 marks for performance in internal assessments.
    • 10 marks for day-to-day practical work.
  • A minimum of two periodic sessional exams are conducted, and the highest scores from two exams are considered.

Promotion to Part-II

• Students must pass all subjects in Part-I to be promoted to Part-II.
• Failing in more than two subjects disqualifies a student from promotion.

Minimum Passing Marks

• At least 40% marksin theory and practical (including sessional marks) are required to pass.
• First Class: Aggregate of 60% or above in all subjects.
• Distinction: 75% or above in any subject, provided all subjects are cleared in a single attempt.

Practical Training

• Conducted after Part-II examinations in approved institutions such as:
  1. Government hospitals or dispensaries.
  2. Retail pharmacies licensed under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945.
  3. PCI-recognized hospitals and dispensaries.

Conditions for Training

• Maximum 4 trainees per registered pharmacist (2 additional trainees for every extra pharmacist).
• Minimum 500 hours of training over 3 months, with at least 250 hours dedicated to prescription dispensing.

Practical Exposure Includes

• Record-keeping as per legal requirements.
• Hands-on experience in pharmacy-related activities as per regulatory standards.

• This structure ensures comprehensive learning, skill development, and adherence to professional standards.