Doctor of Pharmacy

The Pharm.D program is to produce pharmacists who have the abilities and skills which are necessary to achieve outcomes related to:

Providing Pharmaceutical care to patients.
Developing and managing medication distribution and control systems.
Monitoring drug response in patients and adjusting dosage regimens to produce the safest, most beneficial results in therapy.
Managing the pharmacy.
Promoting public health.
Providing drug information and education.
Providing technical aid to Pharmaceutical industry and solving problems pertinent to the manufacturing of medicines.
Reviewing products evaluated for formulary consideration.
Evaluating policies, procedure, protocols and clinical pathways to ensure the safe use of medications.
Analyzing quality assurance activities to ensure that improvements are implemented to produce positive patient outcomes.

The Pharm.D program at Ziauddin Faculty of Pharmacy is to produce pharmacists who have the abilities and skills which are necessary to achieve outcomes related to:

The minimum percentage required is “HSC” and the “A” Level Equivalence 60%.

Clinical Training

The programme is open to all individuals who meet the selection criteria. All candidates are selected on merit according to the following criteria:

EXAMINATION / INTERVIEW	WEIGHTAGE
Higher Secondary Certificate (Intermediate)	50%
Entry Test	30%
Interview	20%

Note: It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit the application according to instructions given with the application form.

Students of Pharm.D are lucky to be a part of an institute with a large set-up of hospitals & clinical practice. To make the best use of this opportunity, we have given much emphasis on the clinical side of the profession which is the very soul of Pharm.D program. This is a requirement of the curriculum as approved by Pharmacy Council of Pakistan. This training also provides a better chance of learning and practicing the skills in this area than elsewhere. No Pharmacy institution in the country has such an ideal situation for the training as Ziauddin University has.
This training enables the future Pharmacists to play a vital role in the improvement of the quality of healthcare in our society. This will bring a unique difference between its graduates and graduates of other Pharmacy institutions of the country. It will not be out of place to mention here that Pharm.D is a patient oriented program rather than product oriented four years B.Pharm program of the past.
This training enables these future Pharmacists to play a vital role in the improvement of quality of healthcare in our society. This will bring a unique difference between its graduates and graduates of other Pharmacy institutions of the country. It will not be out of place to mention that Pharm.D is a patient oriented program rather than product oriented four-year B.Pharm degree of the past. Students of 4th & 5th Professionals complete this training in Pharmaceutical service centers of Ziauddin Hospitals (In-patient pharmacy, emergency room pharmacy, ambulatory dispensing area, bulk store, out-patient pharmacy, satellite pharmacy) and different wards (unit) like Medical ICU, Cardiac care unit, Neonatal care unit, cardiac ward, Neuro. / Psychiatry ward, Gastroenterology ward, Gynaecology ward, Paediatric ward, Dialysis center. This clinical training is conducted at all three campuses of Dr. Ziauddin Hospital i.e. North Nazimabad, Clifton & Kemari (KDLB)
The main objectives of clinical training are:

To develop students’ communication skills for effective interaction with patients and with practitioners of other health professions.
To help students develop a patient awareness in the practice of Pharmacy.
To enable students to integrate the knowledge acquired in course work prior to clinical exposure, and to apply it to the solution of real problems, and to help students become more aware of the general methods of diagnosis and patient care specifically related to drug therapy.

Community pharmacy training programs focused on advancing skills in direct patient care, patient care service development and practice management. This is the unique training program offered by Ziauddin Faculty of Pharmacy, not available anywhere in Pakistan. Following are the main objectives of our community training:

To produce professionally competent pharmacists.
To serve the community as a drug specialist.
To enable the students to have sound knowledge and practical exposure
To educate and counsel the patient.
To control drug abuse and misuse.
To control drug inventory.
To develop a better understanding of principles of health promotion and patient care programs such as immunization in the community.

A Pharm.D degree from Ziauddin Faculty of Pharmacy opens diverse career opportunities in clinical, community, and industrial pharmacy. Graduates can work as hospital pharmacists, ensuring optimal medication therapy in healthcare settings, or as community pharmacists, providing direct patient care and counseling. Opportunities exist in the pharmaceutical industry for research, regulatory affairs, and quality control. Additionally, graduates can pursue careers in academia, public health organizations, or government regulatory bodies. With specialized training in clinical pharmacy, patient care, and drug safety, Ziauddin-trained pharmacists are well-positioned to make a meaningful impact on healthcare locally and globally.

The Pharm.D program at Ziauddin Faculty of Pharmacy equips students with the knowledge and skills to excel in pharmaceutical care. Graduates will be proficient in medication management, dosage adjustments, and patient counseling, ensuring safe and effective therapy. They will develop expertise in pharmacy operations, public health promotion, and drug information dissemination. Through hands-on clinical training, students will master quality assurance, formulary evaluations, and pharmaceutical manufacturing problem-solving. Additionally, they will gain strong communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration. The program fosters critical thinking and ethical decision-making, preparing pharmacists to contribute significantly to the healthcare system and improve patient outcomes.

Fee Type	Amount
Tuition Fee	200,400
Admission Fee	60,000
Application Fee	5,000
Examination Fee	7,000
Registration Fee	1,000
Security Deposit	25,000
Student Fund	2,000
Transport Fee	88,000
Other Charges	7,900

Note:

Any additional taxes imposed by the government will be the liability of the students/parents/guardian. The University reserves the right to increase the fees if required according to the recommendation of the Governing Body.

Advance fees to be paid semester-wise.

All dues need to be cleared within two weeks of commencement of the academic year.

2% surcharge per month will be levied on outstanding fees after the due date.

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