Overview
B.Sc Pharmaceutical Chemistry (Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry) is a three-year undergraduate science degree on the chemistry of drugs, covering how medicines are made, analysed and tested. Under NEP 2020 some universities also offer a four-year honours version. It is not a PCI pharmacist qualification.
Course Details
- Level: Undergraduate degree
- Duration: 3 years
Eligibility
10+2 Science with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology. Some universities require Biology, and minimum marks, often about 50%, vary by institution.
Admission
Admission is through university entrance tests or merit and varies by institution.
Registration & Recognition
It does not lead to registration as a pharmacist. Pharmacist registration needs a PCI-approved qualification such as D.Pharm, B.Pharm or Pharm.D and registration with the State Pharmacy Council.
What You Will Learn
The course covers organic, inorganic and physical chemistry, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutical analysis, pharmacognosy and basic drug design, with laboratory work and a project.
Career Options
Graduates can work as Chemist, Quality Control Analyst, Research Assistant and Production Chemist in pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Roles and requirements vary by employer, region and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to M.Sc Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Chemistry, MBA, or PG diplomas in regulatory affairs and clinical research.