M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry

Master of Pharmacy in Medicinal Chemistry

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry or Master of Pharmacy in Medicinal Chemistry is a postgraduate Pharmacy course. Medicinal chemistry is the science that deals with the design, chemical synthesis, and development of pharmacological drugs at the junction of chemistry, particularly synthetic organic chemistry, pharmacology, and several other biological specializations. (drugs). It teaches students about receptor theories, enzyme kinetics, drug action principles, contemporary drug design approaches, metabolism and pharmacokinetics, and advanced organic chemistry. The course is career-oriented, thus it will open several doors for them when they complete it.

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Eligibility    

• Candidates must have passed a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized University.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's degree.
• Some of the very reputed institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Syllabus

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

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Colleges

• Institute of Chemical Technology - ICT, Mumbai

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Course Suitability

• Candidates must also have strong computer abilities, such as the ability to surf the web, send emails, utilize word processing software, and participate in online forums.
• Students with an interest or desire in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, as well as the ability to work well as part of a team, numeracy and arithmetic abilities, problem-solving skills, and the capacity to think clearly and systematically, are encouraged to apply.
• They should also have critical laboratory skills necessary for medicinal chemistry, such as medicinal molecule synthesis, purification, sample preparation, and analysis.
• Those with strong verbal communication abilities, including the ability to listen intently and communicate difficult and/or sensitive material, as well as interpersonal skills, are ideal candidates.

How is the M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Course Beneficial?

• The Master's degree program in Pharmacy 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 Pharmacy degree program provides a robust and solid foundation for further degree programs in related fields, such as a Ph.D.
• They can also work as teachers, lecturers/professors in schools and colleges/universities; however, in order to become a permanent lecturers, they must pass the UGC-NET test.

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Employment Areas

• Biomedical and Electronics Industries
• Hospitals & Nursing Homes
• Medical Colleges & Universities
• Pathological Labs
• Pharmaceutical Companies
• R&D (Medical)

M.Pharm Medicinal Chemistry Job Types

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