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The Master of Science in Pharmaceutics is a postgraduate program focused on the formulation, development, and evaluation of pharmaceutical dosage forms. The curriculum covers drug delivery systems, biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical technology, regulatory affairs, and quality control. Students gain hands-on experience through laboratory work, research projects, and thesis writing, preparing them to innovate in drug formulation and manufacturing. This program equips graduates with the skills required for roles in the pharmaceutical industry, research and development, regulatory agencies, and academia. Career opportunities include formulation scientist, quality assurance officer, regulatory affairs specialist, and research associate.

Minimum Duration	Total Semesters	Maximum Duration	Credit Hours	Min CGPA
2	4	4	38	2.5

Program Objectives:

Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar is committed to preparing graduates with the capacity, up-to-date knowledge, strong ethical values, behavior, communication, writing, and social skills necessary to excel in diverse career paths within the pharmacy field. MS in Pharmaceutics is designed with the following objectives, in line with the standards set by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pharmacy Council of Pakistan:

To prepare graduates for roles in pharmaceutical care within health systems and community environments, emphasizing the importance of appropriate medication usage, patient safety, and the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.
To equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the pharmaceutical industry, with a focus on understanding quality systems, regulatory requirements, and best practices in drug manufacturing, quality control, and distribution.
To instill strong ethical values and professional behavior in graduates, emphasizing integrity, empathy, and respect for patient autonomy and confidentiality. Graduates will demonstrate ethical decision-making and adhere to professional standards in all aspects of pharmacy practice.
To cultivate social skills and promote interdisciplinary collaboration among graduates, enabling them to work effectively as part of healthcare teams and engage with diverse populations.

Program Outcomes:

The Master of Science in Pharmaceutics degree program trains students interested in discovery-based research, who are motivated to disseminate new knowledge in the biomedical sciences. Graduates of the program will be able to:

Knowledge: Apply foundational concepts related to pharmaceutical sciences (pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, and pharmaceutics) to complex scientific scenarios.
Skills: Perform multiple research techniques that provide the foundation for discovery-focused lines of inquiry.
Research Design: Design a research project that includes the collection, organization, and analysis of data in order to address a research hypothesis; this includes an adherence to scientific ethics, where honesty and integrity permeate all stages of scientific practice.
Communication: Effectively communicate scientific concepts to an audience as an author, presenter, and peer reviewer.
Professional Development: Cultivate a professional identity that facilitates integration into the broader scientific community.

Eligibility

Candidates having degrees in (B.Pharm (4 years) /Pharm-D) with 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 in semester system or at least 50% marks in annual system from any recognized institute/university are eligible to apply.
Applicants need to pass GRE/ HAT/ SU-GAT (General) to be conducted by any Registered Testing Agency or University, with at least 50% cumulative score and to clear departmental interview at the time of Admission.

Documents Required

Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
Intermediate DMC and Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
BS Transcript/DMC and Degree
BS/MA/MSc Transcript/DMC and Degree
Applicant CNIC / Form B
Father/Guardian CNIC
Domicile
04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
02 Original Recommendation Letters (From institute of last relevant degree)
GRE/ HAT/ SU-GAT (General) Result Card

Program Duration (Years)	2
No. of Semesters	4
Admission Fee (One Time)	10,000
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee	5,000
Tuition Fee (Per Sem)	100,000
Security (Refundable)	10,000
Sem-1 Fee	125,000
Sem-2 Fee	105,000
Sem-3 Fee	105,000
Sem-4 Fee	105,000
Total Program Fee	440,000

Scheme of Studies (Prospectus 2026)

Semester 1

Code	Title	CrHrs
	Core Course I	3-0
	Core Course II	3-0
	Core Course III	3-0
	Elective I	3-0

Semester 2

Code	Title	CrHrs
	Core Course IV	3-0
	Core Course V	3-0
	Elective II	3-0
	Elective III	3-0

Semester 3

Code	Title	CrHrs
	Core Course VI	3-0
	Elective IV	3-0
Plan A: Research work

Semester 4

Code	Title	CrHrs
	Research Thesis	0-6
Plan B: Project work
	Core Course VII	3-0
	Project	0-3
Plan C: Course work
	Core Course VII	3-0
	Core Course VIII	3-0

List of Core Courses

Code	Title	CrHrs
PCU 802	Solubility and Model laws consideration in the preparation of liquid dosage form	3-0
PCU 803	Pre-Clinical Formulation	3-0
PCU 804	Formulation and Preparation of Biopharmaceuticals	3-0
PCU 805	Nano Pharmaceuticals	3-0
PCU 806	Radiopharmaceuticals	3-0
PCU 807	Stability Consideration of solid Dosage form	3-0
PCU 808	Solid dosage form design	3-0
PCU 809	Neuro Pharmaceuticals	3-0
PCU 810	Advanced Drug Delivery	3-0
PCU 811	Polymeric Drug Delivery	3-0
PCU 812	Quality Control of Sterile products	3-0
PCU 813	Controlled Drug Delivery Systems of parenteral and their classification	3-0
PCU 814	New and Novel Drug Delivery Systems	3-0
PCU 815	Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems	3-0
PCU 816	Formulation of low Solubility Drugs	3-0
PCU 817	Pharmacokinetics of drug	3-0
PCU 818	Hydrogels; Biological Properties and Applications	3-0
PCU 901	Liquid Chromatography and Liquid Chromatography-Mass spectrometry of Small Molecules	3-0
PCU 902	Pharmacokinetics and Bioavailability of Drugs from Oral Dosage Form	3-0

List of Elective Courses

Code	Title	CrHrs
PHC 802	Molecular Spectroscopy	3-0
PHC 803	Advanced Analytical Techniques	3-0
PCG 801	Autocoids Pharmacology	3-0
PCG 803	Drug discovery and evaluation	3-0
PCN 802	Structure Elucidation of Natural Products	3-0
PCN 803	Biosynthesis of Natural Products	3-0
PHC 804	Advanced Mass Spectrometry and Drug Analysis	3-0
PHC 805	Principles of Drug Action	3-0
PHC 806	Advanced Clinical Biochemistry	3-0
PHC 807	Molecular Biomarkers	3-0
PHC 808	Chromatographic Techniques in HPLC, UPLC and GC	3-0
PHC 809	Drug Transporters	3-0
PHC 810	Method Development and Validation of HPLC Assay	3-0
PHC 811	Advanced Medicinal Chemistry-I	3-0
PHC 812	Advanced Medicinal Chemistry-II	3-0

Procedure to Apply In-Person

Visit the Admission Office at the Main Campus.
Get the admission form.
Fill the form carefully.
Attach documents & submit.

Procedure to Apply Online

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Contact Information

Sarhad University of Science & IT, Main Campus

Hayatabad Link Road, Ring Road Peshawar

+92-91-5230931
hod.pharmacy@suit.edu.pk

Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

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