Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)

Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) at Shree College of Technology, Chitwan

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) at Shree College of Technology, Chitwan, formerly Shree Medical and Technical College, is a four-year bachelor’s degree affiliated with Purbanchal University.

The program is organized into eight semesters and carries 168 credits. Its academic scope brings together basic sciences, medical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, laboratory work, project work, seminars, and professional internship. Students study the development, preparation, quality, safe use, distribution, and clinical application of medicines alongside pharmacy practice in hospital, community, and pharmaceutical settings.

Quick Highlights

What the B.Pharm program covers

Purbanchal University’s pharmacy curriculum combines three broad areas of study: basic sciences, basic medical sciences, and pharmaceutical sciences.

Basic science study includes pharmaceutical inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and mathematics. Basic medical sciences include anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, and pathophysiology.

Pharmaceutical study extends into:

• Pharmaceutical chemistry and instrumental analysis

• Pharmacognosy and natural-product chemistry

• Pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics

• Hospital and clinical pharmacy

• Community pharmacy

• Physical pharmacy

• Pharmaceutics

• Dosage-form design

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality-related study

The course also develops academic preparation in pharmaceutical care, medication distribution and control, drug information, community and hospital pharmacy, public health, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Eligibility

Eligibility: Applicants may enter through the academic pathways specified for B.Pharm admission, including:

• 10+2 Science or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, securing at least 50% aggregate marks or GPA 2.4.

• An equivalent percentage under certificate-level qualifications such as A-Level with a different grading system.

• Health Science Proficiency Certificate/Diploma in General Medicine, Medical Laboratory Technology, Ophthalmic Science, Dental Science, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Radiography, or Physiotherapy with at least 50% aggregate marks, together with registration in the relevant professional council according to the previous educational program.

The applicable eligibility conditions follow the prevailing admission rules for the relevant academic cycle.

MECEE-BL admission

Admission to B.Pharm is based on MECEE-BL under the Medical Education Commission (MEC), Nepal.

The entrance examination format includes:

• 200 single-best-response multiple-choice questions

• 200 full marks

• Four options for each question

• 3-hour examination duration

• Recall, understanding, and application ratio of 30:50:20

The entrance framework covers science subjects and mental-agility components, with the applicable content determined by the admission pathway.

Admission follows the prevailing MEC rules, guidelines, code of conduct, scholarship provisions, seat-allocation system, fee structure, matching and admission procedures, and official academic calendar.

Course duration and credit structure

B.Pharm is completed over four years and eight semesters. The revised Purbanchal University curriculum carries 168 credits distributed as follows:

Each semester contains a minimum of 16 weeks of instruction. The complete curriculum accounts for 4,224 academic hours across the eight semesters.

Laboratory, field, and industry exposure

Laboratory work is a regular part of pharmacy education, supporting subjects such as pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, physical chemistry, pharmaceutics, analysis, and other pharmaceutical sciences.

The curriculum also includes medicinal-plant observation connected with pharmacognosy. Students undertake field observation in herbal or botanical settings and prepare herbarium and related study work.

A pharmaceutical industry visit is included during the sixth or seventh semester. Its academic focus includes observing manufacturing organization, water-treatment systems, utilities, pharmaceutical dosage-form production, and quality-control practices.

Project work and professional internship

Project work forms part of the eighth semester. Students conduct research under academic supervision, review relevant literature, prepare a project report, and defend their work.

The B.Pharm curriculum also requires a compulsory professional internship of six weeks and two days. Internship placement may be in:

• Pharmaceutical industry

• Quality Assurance or Quality Control laboratory

• Hospital pharmacy

• Community pharmacy

The internship carries six credits and forms part of the degree requirements.

Assessment and academic requirements

Theory courses use internal assessment and end-semester examinations. Internal assessment accounts for 20% of the theory evaluation, while the end-semester written examination accounts for 80%.

Practical subjects combine continuous internal evaluation with final practical assessment. Students must maintain at least 80% attendance in theory and practical classes.

The curriculum requires a minimum of 50% in theory and 60% in practical subjects separately for a pass. Project work, seminar, internship, and practical components are evaluated through the applicable internal and external assessment procedures.

Career areas

B.Pharm graduates may explore pharmacy-related opportunities in areas such as:

• Pharmaceutical industries

• Hospitals

• Drug-dispensing establishments

• Government drug administration

• Retail and community pharmacy

• Drug research laboratories

• Health research

• Academic institutions

• NGOs and INGOs

Actual employment depends on professional licensing, recruitment requirements, experience, further qualifications, and the needs of individual organizations.

Nepal Pharmacy Council licensing

The college’s pharmacy education is connected with the professional framework of the Nepal Pharmacy Council.

After completing B.Pharm, graduates must pass the applicable professional council licensing examination and meet the prescribed registration requirements before entering regulated pharmacy practice.

Seats, fees, and scholarships

B.Pharm seats are determined for each admission cycle under the MEC system and may vary from one year to another. An earlier seat allocation should therefore not be treated as a fixed annual intake.

A 10% scholarship provision is indicated for the college’s programs. Scholarship allocation, fees, seat distribution, and related admission arrangements remain governed by the prevailing MEC provisions for the applicable academic year.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is B.Pharm at Shree College of Technology?

The Bachelor of Pharmacy is a four-year program divided into eight semesters.

How many credits are there in the B.Pharm program?

The Purbanchal University B.Pharm curriculum carries 168 credits, including theory, practical work, seminar, project work, and professional internship.

Which entrance examination is required for B.Pharm admission?

Admission is based on MECEE-BL under the Medical Education Commission, Nepal.

Does B.Pharm include an internship?

Yes. The curriculum includes a compulsory professional internship of six weeks and two days in an industrial, QA/QC laboratory, hospital, or community pharmacy setting.

Does the course include project work?

Yes. Project work is included in the eighth semester and involves research, report preparation, presentation, and defense.

What subjects are covered in B.Pharm?

The course covers basic sciences, medical sciences, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical analysis, hospital and clinical pharmacy, community pharmacy, dosage-form design, and related pharmacy subjects.

Is a professional license required after B.Pharm?

Yes. Graduates must complete the applicable Nepal Pharmacy Council licensing and registration requirements before entering regulated professional pharmacy practice.

Are B.Pharm seats fixed every year?

No. MEC determines the applicable seat allocation for each admission cycle, and the number may change between academic years.