MPhil Pharmacology
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The MPhil Pharmacology at TUF is a two-year advanced degree that studies how medicines interact with the human body. While other pharmacy fields focus on making the medicine, Pharmacology focuses on what the medicine does to the heart, brain, and other organs. You will study how drugs cure diseases, their side effects, and how to discover new treatments for illness, preparing you for high-level roles in medical research and hospitals.
Why choose MPhil Pharmacology at TUF?
Choosing this master’s program at TUF allows you to explore the deep secrets of drug actions and discovery in a modern research setting.
- Learn from top-qualified experts in drug actions and toxicology.
- Access to advanced labs with the latest equipment for testing medicines.
- Work on research projects that find new ways to treat common diseases.
- Study related fields like molecular biology and clinical pharmacy.
- Improve your chances of getting high-ranking jobs in the medicine industry.
- Get personal guidance from mentors to help you become a better scientist.
Key Skills You Will Master
Drug Mechanism Analysis
Experimental Research Design
Toxicology Concepts
Therapeutic Evaluation
Data Interpretation
Scientific Writing
Career Outcomes
MPhil (Pharmacology) graduates can pursue careers in pharmaceutical research, clinical trials, drug safety, and regulatory affairs, as well as academic and research positions in universities and healthcare institutions.
- University Lecturer or Senior Researcher in Pharmacology.
- Scientist in Research and Development (R&D) departments.
- Professional Analyst in Drug Testing Laboratories.
- Specialist in Forensic Science and Toxicology departments.
- Expert in Food and Drug Regulatory Authorities.
- Healthcare Leader in primary and secondary health departments.
- Clinical Researcher in large tertiary care hospitals.
Program Roadmap
Explore courses roadmap in MPhil Pharmacology
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| STAT-701 | BIOSTATISTICS | 3 (3-0) | - |
| BIOC-701 | ADVANCED BIOCHEMICAL TECHNIQUES | 3 (1-2) | - |
| PCO-801 | ADVANCE PHARMACOLOGY I | 3 (2-1) | - |
| GEN-700 | ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODOLOGY | 3 (3-0) | - |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCO-803 | ADVANCE PHARMACOLOGY II | 3 (2-1) | - |
| PCO-811 | ADVANCE PHARMACOLOGY III | 3 (2-1) | - |
| CS-XXX | ELECTIVE I | 3 (3-0) | - |
| CS-XXX | ELECTIVE II | 3 (3-0) | - |
| PCO-819 | SEMINAR | Non-Credit | - |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCO-820 | RESEARCH THESIS | 6 (0-6) | - |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCO-802 | CARDIOVASCULAR PHARMACOLOGY | 3 (3-0) | - |
| PCO-804 | BASIC NEURO PHARMACOLOGY> | 3 (3-0) | - |
| PCO-812 | AUTACOIDS> | 3 (3-0) | - |
| PCO-813 | ENDOCRINOLOGY> | 3 (3-0) | - |
| PCO-815 | CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM> | 3 (3-0) | - |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCO-819 | SEMINAR | Non-Credit | - |
Admissions & Eligibility
16 years of education, Basic degree in Pharmacy (B. Pharm/Pharm-D) from a Pharmacy institute recognized by Pharmacy Council of Pakistan. Min CGPA 2.5 /4.0, or minimum marks 50% marks in annual system. GAT/HAT General/TUF Entry Test with minimum 50% score.
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