M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is a postgraduate Pharmacy course. Pharmaceutical chemistry and medicinal chemistry are disciplines that work at the intersection of chemistry, particularly synthetic organic chemistry, pharmacology, and various other biological specialties and are concerned with the design, chemical synthesis, and market development of pharmaceutical agents (drugs). The Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Chemistry program typically lasts two academic years, however, this varies per institute and may be offered part-time by some. The Pharmaceutical Chemistry course syllabus is structured into four semesters and is also career-oriented.

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Eligibility

• Candidates should have passed their Bachelor of Pharmacy degree program or equivalent qualification from any recognized University.
• The candidates should have secured at least 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's.
• The marks of admission for this course may vary from University to University.
• In various colleges and universities, it conducts entrance exams (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) plus interviews for the admission of the students.

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Syllabus

Syllabus of Pharmaceutical Chemistry course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Colleges

• Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow
• Krishna University, Machilipatnam
• I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar  
• Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University - DPSRU, New Delhi

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Course Suitability

• Students who are interested in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and have the ability to work effectively in a team, numeracy and calculation abilities, problem-solving skills, and the capacity to think clearly and systematically are also strong candidates.
• They should be able to develop and apply skills and methods to a variety of pharmaceutical chemistry approaches.
• People who wish to pursue careers in higher education, such as college and university teaching, at both private and public institutions.
• Individuals with verbal communication abilities, especially the capacity to listen intently and communicate difficult and/or sensitive material, as well as interpersonal skills, are the best candidates.

How is the M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Course Beneficial?

• Applicants with strong academic credentials and knowledge can pursue a career in education, but in order to become permanent lecturers, they must pass the UGC-NET test.
• The M.Pharm course in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is advantageous because graduates can work in the Health Protection Branch of the Department of Health and Welfare, the Pest Control Division of Agriculture, the Department of National Defense, Provincial Research Councils, and the Provincial Departments of Agriculture or the Environment.
• The degree program provides an excellent and robust foundation for higher degree programs in corresponding fields, such as a Ph.D.
• They can set up their own clinics and hospitals.

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Employment Areas

• Chemist Shops
• Food & Drug Administration
• Health Centres
• Hospitals & Clinics
• Medical Dispensing Stores
• Pharmaceutical Companies

M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry Job Types

• Analytical Chemist
• Customs Officer
• Drug Inspector
• Health Care Unit Manager
• Lab Technician
• Lecturer / Professor
• Medical Transcriptionist
• Researcher

Advanced Course in M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Chemistry

• Ph.D. (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)