Programmes Offered
Cheran College of Pharmacy offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes designed to build strong academic foundations, clinical expertise, and research competence in pharmaceutical sciences.
B.Pharm
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)Bachelor of Pharmacy is a comprehensive undergraduate programme that covers pharmaceutical sciences, drug formulation, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, and healthcare applications.
The programme integrates theoretical learning with laboratory training, industrial exposure, and research fundamentals to prepare students for diverse roles in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry along with Biology/Mathematics.
Career Opportunities: Pharmacist, Production Executive, Quality Control Analyst, Medical Representative, Research Assistant.
B.Pharm (Lateral Entry)
Duration: 3 YearsThe lateral entry programme allows Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) holders to directly enter the second year of the B.Pharm programme.
It strengthens technical knowledge, practical skills, and professional competence through advanced pharmaceutical subjects and laboratory training.
Eligibility: D.Pharm from a PCI approved institution.
Career Opportunities: Hospital Pharmacist, QA Analyst, Production Executive, Community Pharmacist.
Pharm.D
Duration: 6 Years | Intake: 30 SeatsDoctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) is a professional doctoral programme focused on clinical pharmacy, patient care, and hospital-based practice.
The programme includes academic coursework, clinical rotations, ward rounds, patient counseling, and a compulsory internship in healthcare settings.
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB / D.Pharm.
Career Opportunities: Clinical Pharmacist, Hospital Pharmacist, Drug Safety Associate, Pharmacovigilance Officer.
Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate)
Duration: 3 YearsPharm.D (PB) is designed for B.Pharm graduates to gain advanced clinical knowledge and specialized training in hospital pharmacy and patient care.
The programme focuses on pharmacotherapy, clinical research, and real-time patient management in healthcare institutions.
Eligibility: B.Pharm from a recognized institution.
Career Opportunities: Clinical Pharmacist, Research Associate, Pharmacovigilance Specialist.
M.Pharm – Pharmaceutics
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)Focuses on advanced drug formulation, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and novel drug delivery systems with emphasis on industrial applications.
Students gain expertise in pharmacokinetics, industrial pharmacy, regulatory affairs, and advanced formulation technologies.
Eligibility: B.Pharm
Career Opportunities: Formulation Scientist, QA Officer, Production Manager, Regulatory Affairs Executive.
M.Pharm – Pharmacology
Duration: 2 YearsProvides in-depth knowledge of drug action, toxicology, and clinical pharmacology research.
Includes experimental pharmacology, drug metabolism, and pharmacovigilance practices.
Eligibility: B.Pharm
Career Opportunities: Clinical Research Associate, Drug Safety Officer, Toxicologist.
M.Pharm – Pharmaceutical Analysis
Duration: 2 YearsFocuses on advanced analytical techniques, drug testing, quality control, and validation methods.
Training includes HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, and bioanalytical methods aligned with regulatory standards.
Eligibility: B.Pharm
Career Opportunities: Analytical Scientist, Quality Control Manager, Validation Specialist, Drug Inspector.
Affiliation: Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Approval: Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
