Faculty of Health & Life Sciences

School of Pharmacy

A five-year Doctor of Pharmacy program aligned with the Higher Education Commission and the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan — training the pharmacists the health sector depends on.

Pharmacy students in white coats working with formulation equipment and glassware in a teaching laboratory
198
Credit hours
10
Semesters
5
Years
PCP
Pharmacy Council recognised
About the School

Advancing healthcare through pharmacy

Pharmaceutical analysis instrumentation and volumetric glassware in a university laboratory
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Vision

Aspiring to be an international centre, driving pharmaceutical and healthcare advancements through quality education, market dynamism, research and development with a profound reflection of corporate social responsibility.

Mission

To provide high-quality professional education and training in a collaborative environment, empowering students to gain comprehensive knowledge and expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, serving the profession and society.

MA
Dr. Muzna Ali Khattak
Principal, School of Pharmacy
Pharm.D, Ph.D
Principal's Message

The significant role pharmacy plays

Welcome to the School of Pharmacy at Iqra National University, Peshawar. As the Principal, it gives me immense pride to highlight the significant role that pharmacy plays in advancing healthcare and enhancing the quality of life. Our School is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of pharmacy professionals who will contribute significantly to the health sector.

We provide an excellent academic environment with well-equipped laboratories, facilities, and an exceptional faculty team committed to academic excellence and innovation. Our Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) program aligns with the guidelines set by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan, ensuring that our graduates meet the highest standards of professional competence.

Program Offered

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)

Degree Title
Pharm.D
Credit Hours
198 credit hours
Duration
5 years, 10 Semesters
Eligibility

Candidate can apply for admission in Degree of Doctor of Pharmacy who has passed the F.Sc. Examination (Pre-Medical Group) OR Equivalent with at least 60% marks from any Board or University.

Scheme of Studies

PharmaceuticsPharmacology & TherapeuticsPharmaceutical ChemistryPharmacognosyClinical PharmacyBiomedical ScienceGeneral EducationProject
Year level
  • PHARM111
    Physical Pharmacy-I
    Pharmaceutics4
  • PHARM112
    Organic Chemistry-I
    Pharmaceutical Chemistry3+1
  • PHARM113
    Biochemistry-I
    Biomedical Science2+1
  • IDC114
    Physiology-I
    Biomedical Science3+1
  • GEN112
    Functional English
    General Education3
Total Credit Hours: 198
Accreditation & Regulatory Alignment

Recognised, regulated, aligned

The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) program aligns with the guidelines set by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan, ensuring that our graduates meet the highest standards of professional competence.

NOC NumberF.No.2-24/2024-PCP
Pharmacy student dispensing medicine at a teaching hospital pharmacy counter
Faculty Members

Pharmacists, scientists and educators

MK
Dr. Muhammad Khurram
Professor
B.Pharm, Ph.D
MA
Dr. Muzna Ali Khattak
Principal / Associate Professor
Pharm.D, Ph.D
MU
Dr. Mahboob Ul Haq
Assistant Professor
Pharm.D, MS, PhD in Progress
YR
Dr. Yasir Rasool
Assistant Professor
Pharm.D, M.Phil (PhD in Progress)
FQ
Dr. Faiza Qasim
Lecturer
Pharm.D, M.Phil (in Progress)
N
Dr. Nasrullah
Lecturer / HoP
Pharm.D, M.Phil
H
Dr. Hadia
Lecturer
Pharm.D, M.Phil
NI
Dr. Nadia Ibrar
Lecturer
Pharm.D, M.Phil
IU
Mr. Ikram Ullah
Lecturer, Islamiyat
Islamic Studies, M.Phil
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