At a Glance
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Faculty |
: Faculty of Health Science |
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Department |
: Dept. of Pharmacy |
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Program |
: Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) |
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Duration |
: 4 Years (8 Semesters) |
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Total Credit |
: 160 |
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Academic System |
: Open Credit Hours System |
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Course Outline |
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The art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease
Voltaire quotes
The pharmaceutical industry in Bangladesh is one of the most developed hi-tech sectors within the country's economy. After the promulgation of Drug Control Ordinance - 1982, the development of this sector was accelerated. The professional knowledge, thoughts and innovative ideas of the pharmaceutical professionals working in this sector are the key factors for these developments. Due to recent development of this sector, the industry is exporting medicines to global markets, including the European market. This sector is also providing 97% of the total medicine requirement of the local market. With the entry of several reputed multi-national pharmaceutical companies in the Bangladesh market, along with the existing local companies providing interested professions with career options that are lucrative & prestigious.
The Department of Pharmacy (NUB) began its journey on the 4th January 2004. Over the few years, it has made great strides in quality pharmacy education, providing unique learning opportunities for students and meeting the challenge of industry demands. The Department offers 4-years bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) program and has been accredited by the Pharmacy Council of Bangladesh (PCB). To be graduate in this field one has to complete 160 credit hours. The program has been designed to produce qualified pharmacist who will be academically sound, technically skilled, and professionally capable of and morally committed to meet the growing demand of pharmaceutical fields. The Department boasts faculty expertise in pharmacy discipline and is positioned well in the country in pharmacy education.
Entry Requirements
The students must pass HSC, A-Level or recognized equivalents with the following science subjects: Physics, Chemistry & Biology. A student must secure at least two ‘B’ grades in the above mentioned subjects to qualify for admission or ‘O’ Level in five subjects and ‘A’ Level in two majors with minimum ‘C’ grade in each or US high school diploma.
Vision
The objectives of the Bachelor of Pharmacy Program are :
1. To provide students with the knowledge and understanding of essentials facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the design and manufacture of medicines;
2. To produce a pharmacist having skills and ability equivalent to International Standards;
3. To inspire respnsible , compassionate leadership in the profession;
4. To practice according to the internationally accepted professional code of ethics which will include the ability to:
i) compound and dispense medicine including sterile preparations.
ii) evaluate drugs to determine and maintain their quality.
iii) participate in the health teams by giving advice in all maters relating to drugs.
iv) communicate effectively with patients and other health professionals;
v) safe handling of potentially hazardous materials;
vi) gain knowledge of the law and ethical concerns relating to the supply of medicines;
vii) analyze medicines.
Course Curriculum
The required courses for this program are stated below :
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Course Type |
No. of Courses |
Credit Hours |
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General Education Courses: (STAT, CIT, HUM, ENG, GED) |
06 |
16 |
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Core Courses |
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Theory & Practical |
54 |
137 |
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Training Report |
01 |
01 |
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Project/Thesis |
01 |
02 |
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Viva Voce |
04 |
05 |
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Total |
66 |
160 |
Moreover, students may be required to take non-credit remedial course(s) depending on their level of English and Mathematics.
Lab Facilities
Pool of qualified permanent faculties having Ph.D, from esteemed international Universities or Institutions.
Reputed adjunct faculties from the University of Dhaka and the renowned pharmaceutical industries.
Well equipped laboratories and class rooms with modern teaching facilities.
Enriched library with access to latest scientific journals.
Spacious seminar, common and prayer room facilities.
Industrial training in recognized pharmaceutical industry.
Regular seminars and symposiums related with pharmaceutical arena.
Study tour to keep students with sound minds.
Career Scope
Job opportunities for pharmacist are growing about as fast as the average for all occupations, mainly due to the increased pharmaceutical needed for learger population.A career in pharmacy, unfolds a vista full of prospects leading to a golden future for a young career aspirant, where the job opportunities, working conditions, job satisfaction and monetary benefits are excellent. A pharmacy professional can work in the production of bulk drug and intermediates or formulations and dosage foms.
Research and Development form the heart of any industry, as it is the key to growth and sustenance, where Pharmacist are in great demand.Industries of cosmetics, soaps, toiletries segment also hire pharmacy professionals. Pharmacists are highly preferred for Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA)-the most integral areas of the pharmaceutical industries. The pharma.Sales and Marketing is a decidely technical field and offers excellent opportunities for the pharmacy graduate.
Additional qualification like MBA adds to their arsenal. The emergencies of hospital and community pharmacy in our country open a new door for the pharmacists. Phartmacist plays an important role for preparing prescription after the physician has diagnosed the disease. Excellent opportunities for the professionals are also available in teaching profession where the emoluments are satisfactory. The job opprotunities for pharmacy graduates are excellent in the Government Regulatory Affairs and range from the levels of a Drug Suprintendant, Assistant director, Deputy Director, Director. Pharma-Journalism is another area filled with great potentillities, requiring pharmacy gradutes on the editorial staff. Golden oppoertunities galore for qualified pharmacy professionals all over the world.
