Overview
B.Sc Pharmaceutical Sciences (Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences) is a three-year undergraduate science degree on the basics of medicines, from drug chemistry and analysis to pharmacology and formulation. It is an academic programme and is not a PCI pharmacist qualification.
Course Details
- Level: Undergraduate degree
- Duration: 3 years
Eligibility
10+2 Science with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Minimum marks, usually around 45-50%, and some subject rules vary by university.
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 pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical analysis, biochemistry, human anatomy and physiology and basic laboratory skills.
Career Options
Graduates can work as Research Assistant, Quality Control Technician, Production Assistant and Medical Representative. Roles and requirements vary by employer, region and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to M.Sc Pharmaceutical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, MBA or PGDM in pharmaceutical management, and diplomas in clinical research and regulatory affairs.