Ph.D Pharmacology

A PhD in Pharmacology is an advanced research degree that focuses on the study of how drugs interact with biological systems to influence function and treat disease. The program emphasizes independent research, experimental design, and critical analysis to understand the mechanisms of drug action, development, and safety.

Students explore areas such as molecular and cellular pharmacology, toxicology, neuropharmacology, and clinical pharmacology, using advanced laboratory techniques and analytical tools. Their research culminates in a doctoral dissertation that contributes new knowledge to the field.

Curriculum

Semester Course Table
Year One – Semester I (Spring)
S.No Core Courses
1Advanced Research Methodology & Scientific Writing
1Advanced Methods in Pharmacology Research
2 Advanced Biosafety & Bioethics
3Advanced Biostatistics
Total: 12 Credit Hours
Year One – Semester II (Fall)
S.No Name of Courses
1Advanced Scientific Communication in Biochemistry
2Advances in Neuropharmacology

OR

Advances in Cardiovascular Pharmacology/Endocrine & Reproductive Pharmacology

OR

Advances in GIT Pharmacolgy / Chemotherapy
Total: 12 Credit Hours
Thesis / Research Work
S.No Research Component
1Thesis
Total: 6 Credit Hours

Fee Structure

Fee Structure 2025 – 2026

Fee Structure
Description Charges (PKR)
Admission Charges (Non-Refundable, One-time)30,000
Security Deposit (Refundable)20,000
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)120,000
Enrolment Fee (One-time only)3,000
Research Fee (Per Semester till thesis defense)70,000
Examination Fee (Per Semester, 10% increase annually)3,000
TOTAL (at the time of admission)246,000
Registration Fee (One-time only)5,000

Note: Dissertation fee, Externals, Reviewer fee & additional research fee will be charged as required.
Tuition Fees are subject to yearly revision depending on inflation rate and cost of living index.

Transcript & Degree Charges

S.No Particulars Fee Charges
1TranscriptPKR 2,500
2DuplicatePKR 2,000
3Partial TranscriptPKR 1,500
4Degree (Without Convocation Charges)PKR 10,000
5Urgent DegreePKR 15,000
6Degree for Overseas CandidatesUS $100 (Bank Draft)
7Duplicate DegreePKR 10,000
8Transcript/Degree Verification ChargesPKR 1,500

*These charges are subject to revision.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

A PhD in Pharmacology is an advanced research degree that focuses on the study of how drugs interact with biological systems to influence function and treat disease. The program emphasizes independent research, experimental design, and critical analysis to understand the mechanisms of drug action, development, and safety.

Students explore areas such as molecular and cellular pharmacology, toxicology, neuropharmacology, and clinical pharmacology, using advanced laboratory techniques and analytical tools. Their research culminates in a doctoral dissertation that contributes new knowledge to the field.

Curriculum

Semester Course Table
Year One – Semester I (Spring)
S.No Core Courses
1Advanced Research Methodology & Scientific Writing
1Advanced Methods in Pharmacology Research
2 Advanced Biosafety & Bioethics
3Advanced Biostatistics
Total: 12 Credit Hours
Year One – Semester II (Fall)
S.No Name of Courses
1Advanced Scientific Communication in Biochemistry
2Advances in Neuropharmacology

OR

Advances in Cardiovascular Pharmacology/Endocrine & Reproductive Pharmacology

OR

Advances in GIT Pharmacolgy / Chemotherapy
Total: 12 Credit Hours
Thesis / Research Work
S.No Research Component
1Thesis
Total: 6 Credit Hours

Fee Structure

Fee Structure 2025 – 2026

Fee Structure
Description Charges (PKR)
Admission Charges (Non-Refundable, One-time)30,000
Security Deposit (Refundable)20,000
Tuition Fee (Per Semester)120,000
Enrolment Fee (One-time only)3,000
Research Fee (Per Semester till thesis defense)70,000
Examination Fee (Per Semester, 10% increase annually)3,000
TOTAL (at the time of admission)246,000
Registration Fee (One-time only)5,000

Note: Dissertation fee, Externals, Reviewer fee & additional research fee will be charged as required.
Tuition Fees are subject to yearly revision depending on inflation rate and cost of living index.

Transcript & Degree Charges

S.No Particulars Fee Charges
1TranscriptPKR 2,500
2DuplicatePKR 2,000
3Partial TranscriptPKR 1,500
4Degree (Without Convocation Charges)PKR 10,000
5Urgent DegreePKR 15,000
6Degree for Overseas CandidatesUS $100 (Bank Draft)
7Duplicate DegreePKR 10,000
8Transcript/Degree Verification ChargesPKR 1,500

*These charges are subject to revision.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)