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PhD Pharmacology

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About Program Eligibility Criteria Fee Structure Scheme of Studies How to apply

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmacology is a rigorous research-based program aimed at developing advanced expertise in the mechanisms of drug action and their effects on biological systems. The curriculum includes intensive study and original research in areas such as molecular and cellular pharmacology, neuropharmacology, toxicology, and experimental therapeutics. PhD candidates contribute to scientific advancement by conducting innovative research, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at academic conferences. Graduates are prepared for high-level careers in academia, pharmaceutical research and development, clinical research, and regulatory science. Career paths include roles as research scientists, university professors, pharmacology consultants, and principal investigators.

Minimum Duration in Years Total Number of Semesters Maximum Duration in Years Credit
Hours		 Minimum CGPA Required
3 6 54

Program Educational Objectives (PEO’s):

To acquire new knowledge in Pharmacology by conducting and promoting innovative research.

To establish the efficacy, safety and effectiveness of medications in humans, to discover new lead compounds and to understand the mechanisms of action of drugs.

To disseminate knowledge to pharmacist and students through quality teaching. The purpose of teaching is to impart relevant information to the students in a manner that allows them to develop their analytical and intellectual capabilities, thus instructing them in the methods by which knowledge is acquired, with emphasis on self-reliance and continued self-education.

To contribute to the development of our country through our expertise and participate in community organizations or activities related to Pharmacology and drugs in general.

To develop the Department as a center of excellence for safety and efficacy assessment of medicines.

To establish a state-of-the-art Pharmacology laboratory for more productive research.

To ensure the Department's activities impact strongly on industry, the nation's drug policies/regulations and quality of life of patients.

Program Outcomes:

At the end of program students will know the basic knowledge in the field of pharmacology and to impart recent advances in the drugs used for the treatment of various diseases in addition, it will help the students to understand the concepts of drug action and mechanisms involve.

Students will gain the knowledge on preclinical evaluation of drugs and recent experimental techniques and models used in the drug discovery and development. It also provides basic to understand the maintenance of laboratory animals as per the guidelines, various in-vitro and Invivo preclinical evaluation processes.

Students will understand the mechanism of drug actions at cellular and molecular level including the adverse effects, contraindications and clinical uses of drugs used in treatment of diseases.

The student will be able to imparts knowledge on the preclinical safety and toxicological evaluation of drug & new chemical entity. This knowledge will make the student competent in regulatory toxicological evaluation.

The students will be capable of new knowledge and mechanistic approach to the effects of chemical and entities and innovative formulations as applied to human health, while displaying leadership and professionalism.

Note for Scholars:

Course will be selected from the given list of approved courses in consultation with the Research Advisor.

The Research Advisor may direct the scholar to register for additional courses related to the area of research.

Scholar needs to be registered in dissertation of Nine (09) credit hours for each semester for minimum of four (04) semesters.

Scholar will submit his/her research proposal for approval from BOASAR.

The scholar shall be required to publish a research paper in an HEC recognized journal before the public defense of the PhD dissertation.

University Rules and Regulations for Post Graduate Degrees will be applicable.

*HEC quality criteria will be applicable.

Eligibility

  • Candidates having 18 years of education (M.Phil.) in relevant field with 3.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.0 in semester system or at least 60% marks in annual system from any recognized Degree Awarding Institute/university are eligible to apply.
  • Candidates needs to pass GRE/ HAT/ SU-GAT (General) conducted by NTS/ETEA or any Registered Testing Agency with at least 60% cumulative score and qualify interview to be conducted by the concerned department.
  • Candidates who have done MS without Research Thesis may be considered for admission in the PhD program provided they have one published paper in an HEC recognized journal as a Principal Author.

Documents Required
  • Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
  • Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
  • Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
  • BS Transcript and Degree
  • MS Transcript 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)
  • Research Paper (for MS with coursework background)
  • GRE/ HAT/ SU-GAT (General) Result Card

Program Duration (Years) 3
No. of Semesters 6
Admission Fee (One Time) 10,000
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee 5,000
Tuition Fee (Per Sem) 82,300
Security (Refundable) 10,000
Sem-1 Fee (At time of Admission) 107,300
Sem-2 Fee 87,300
Sem-3 Fee 87,300
Sem-4 Fee 87,300
Sem-5 Fee 87,300
Sem-6 Fee 87,300
Total Program Fee 543,800

Scheme of Studies as per Prospectus 2024-25

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

List of Core Courses

List of Elective Courses

Procedure to Apply In-Person

  • Visit the Admission Office located at the Main Campus in Peshawar.
  • Obtain the Admission Form from the Admission Office.
  • Carefully and accurately complete all sections of the Admission Form.
  • Attach all the required documents and submit the form at the Admission Office.

Procedure to Apply Online

  1. Visit the website: form.suit.edu.pk.
  2. Sign up on the Online Admission Portal by providing the required information.
  3. Sign in to your account using the credentials you created during sign-up.
  4. Browse through the available programs and select the one you wish to apply for.
  5. Fill in your personal details accurately.
  6. Provide all necessary educational information.
  7. Upload clear and readable copies of the required documents.
  8. Download and print the Admission Processing Fee Challan.
  9. Submit the fee at your nearest JS Bank Branch (branch details are available on the portal).
  10. Upload a copy of the paid fee receipt to the portal.
  11. Carefully preview all the entered information and documents.
  12. Submit your application once you are sure everything is correct.

Contact Information

Sarhad University of Science & IT, Main Campus

Hayatabad Link Road, Ring Road Peshawar

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

Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

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