Chettinad Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) program is an in-depth, industry-aligned undergraduate course that prepares students for exciting and impactful careers in pharmaceutical sciences. Covering areas such as pharmacology, drug formulation, medicinal chemistry, and clinical research, this program blends scientific knowledge with practical training.
Students learn to dispense medications responsibly, understand drug interactions, and uphold ethical healthcare standards. With opportunities in drug manufacturing, quality control, research, hospital pharmacies, and regulatory affairs, B.Pharm graduates are equipped to lead the way in patient-centered pharmaceutical care and innovation.
Mission Statement
The School of Pharmaceutical Sciences strives to be a national center of excellence, dedicated to preparing graduates for a lifelong professional career in pharmaceutical care that aligns with the evolving needs of society. The School fosters a stimulating learning environment that nurtures professional competence, engages in community service, and advances translational research to enhance public health. It also aims to contribute to human resource development through specialized training programs in pharmaceutical sciences.
Key Objectives
- Inspire Excellence: Promote experiential learning to cultivate academic and professional excellence.
- Foster Industry Partnerships: Strengthen collaborations with the pharmaceutical industry to drive innovation.
- Advance Translational Research: Address the diverse and emerging needs of the healthcare sector through impactful research.
- Encourage Entrepreneurship: Empower students to harness their entrepreneurial potential in the pharmaceutical domain.
- Promote Quality Improvement: Champion and reward continuous enhancement in academic and operational practices.
Dean Message
Pharmacists play a vital role in improving lives—whether by caring for patients in pharmacies, advancing research in labs, or delivering life-saving treatments in hospitals and long-term care settings.
At the Chettinad Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (CIPS), we offer a dynamic and supportive environment to prepare you for a successful career in pharmacy. Our comprehensive education blends classroom learning, hands-on laboratory work, and real-world experience under the guidance of esteemed faculty and advisory members.
We are committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and community engagement. Our programs equip student pharmacists with the knowledge, skills, and judgment needed to lead in healthcare, especially in underserved rural areas. Through our experiential learning program, students explore diverse practice settings and develop the confidence to thrive in both independent and collaborative roles.
Welcome to CIPS—where your journey to becoming a trusted healthcare professional begins.
-Dr. Punniyakoti (DEAN)
Course Overview
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) is an undergraduate degree course with a four-year duration spread over 8 semesters. The course trains students in the various aspects of pharmaceutical sciences and makes them ready to take on various roles in the pharmaceutical industry. Possessing knowledge of medicines and biology, graduates may perform tasks such as prescribing appropriate medicine to patients (pharmacist), clinical research, and working at pharmaceutical companies in production, quality control, marketing and regulatory units.
Course Objectives
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) program aims to equip students with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, including drug formulation, pharmacology, and medicinal chemistry. It prepares graduates for diverse roles in the pharmaceutical industry, such as drug production, quality control, regulatory affairs, and clinical research. The program also trains students in prescribing and dispensing medicines while emphasizing ethical practices and patient-centered pharmaceutical care. Through hands-on learning and industry exposure, graduates are prepared for careers in hospitals, research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies, fostering innovation and continuous professional development.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be able to:
- Apply pharmaceutical sciences in drug formulation, production, and quality control.
- Understand pharmacology, toxicology, and clinical research principles.
- Dispense and prescribe medicines with ethical and professional responsibility.
- Work in pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, and regulatory sectors.
- Conduct research and contribute to advancements in the field.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards.
- Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
Curriculum
Semester I
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I – Theory | Pharmaceutical Analysis I – Theory |
| Pharmaceutics I – Theory | Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry – Theory |
| Communication Skills – Theory* | Remedial Biology – Theory |
| Remedial Maths – Theory* | Human Anatomy and Physiology I – Practical |
| Pharmaceutical Analysis I – Practical | Pharmaceutics I – Practical |
| Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry – Practical | Communication Skills – Practical* |
| Remedial Biology – Practical* |
Second Year
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II – Theory | Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I – Theory |
| Biochemistry – Theory | Pathophysiology – Theory |
| Computer Applications in Pharmacy – Theory* | Environmental Sciences – Theory* |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology II – Practical | Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I – Practical |
| Biochemistry – Practical | Computer Applications in Pharmacy – Practical* |
Semester III
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II – Theory | Physical Pharmaceutics I – Theory |
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology – Theory | Pharmaceutical Engineering – Theory |
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II – Practical | Physical Pharmaceutics I – Practical |
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology – Practical | Pharmaceutical Engineering – Practical |
Semester IV
| Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry III – Theory | Medicinal Chemistry I – Theory |
| Physical Pharmaceutics II – Theory | Pharmacology I – Theory |
| Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I – Theory | Medicinal Chemistry I – Practical |
| Physical Pharmaceutics II – Practical | Pharmacology I – Practical |
| Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I – Practical |
Semester V
| Medicinal Chemistry II – Theory | Industrial Pharmacy I – Theory |
| Pharmacology II – Theory | Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II – Theory |
| Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence – Theory | Industrial Pharmacy I – Practical |
| Pharmacology II – Practical | Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II – Practical |
Semester VI
| Medicinal Chemistry III – Theory | Pharmacology III – Theory |
| Herbal Drug Technology – Theory | Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics – Theory |
| Pharmaceutical Biotechnology – Theory | Quality Assurance – Theory |
| Medicinal Chemistry III – Practical | Pharmacology III – Practical |
| Herbal Drug Technology – Practical |
Semester VII
| Instrumental Methods of Analysis – Theory | Industrial Pharmacy II – Theory |
| Pharmacy Practice – Theory | Novel Drug Delivery System – Theory |
| Instrumental Methods of Analysis – Practical | Practice School* |
Semester VIII
| Biostatistics and Research Methodology | Social and Preventive Pharmacy |
| Pharma Marketing Management* | Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science* |
| Pharmacovigilance* | Quality Control and Standardization of Herbals* |
| Computer-Aided Drug Design* | Cell and Molecular Biology* |
| Cosmetic Science* | Experimental Pharmacology* |
| Advanced Instrumentation Techniques* | Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals* |
| Project Work |
Eligibility
- Candidate should have passed the 10+2 examination conducted by the respective state/central government authorities recognized as equivalent to the 10+2 examination by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with English as one of the subjects and Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (P.C.M) and or Biology (P.C.B / P.C.M.B.) as optional subjects individually. Any other qualification approved by the Pharmacy Council of India as equivalent to any of the above examinations will also be considered.
- B. Pharm lateral entry (to the third semester), a pass in D. Pharm course from any institution approved by the Pharmacy Council of India under section 12 of the Pharmacy Act.
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