Overview
University of Rawalpindi is pleased to announce the establishment of its Department of
Pharmacy, opening officially in February 2026. The department is designed to meet the growing
need for skilled healthcare professionals, and it will offer a comprehensive course of Doctor of
Pharmacy (Pharm.D) that will help students gain knowledge, practical skills, and ethical
foundation required in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
The program offers a combination of classroom learning, advanced laboratory training, and
supervised clinical exposure to make sure that students develop an in-depth understanding of
drug formulation, therapeutic practices, patient care, and pharmaceutical regulations.
Our Vision
To establish a nationally recognized center of pharmaceutical education that produces capable, compassionate, and research-oriented pharmacists committed to enhancing patient health and public well-being.
Why Choose the Pharm.D Program at UoR?
- A Newly Established, Modern Department: Built with up-to-date academic standards, advanced labs, and latest teaching methodologies to offer a future-oriented learning environment.
- Highly Qualified Faculty: The department will be headed by well experienced pharmacists, researchers, and clinical experts dedicated to high-quality education and professional grooming.
- Skill-Focused Curriculum: The Pharm.D program consists pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, therapeutics, drug regulation, and community health.
- Practical & Clinical Exposure: Collaborations with hospitals, community pharmacies, laboratories, and industry will provide early hands-on experiences to the first batch.
- Diverse Career Prospects:
Graduates will be ready for the roles in:- Hospital & Clinical Pharmacy
- Community Drugs & Patient-Care Services
- Pharmaceutical Production
- Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs
- Drug Research & Public Health
- Academia and Professional Training
Program Highlights
- Strong knowledge of biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences.
- Focus on evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
- Training in drug development, safe dispensing, and counselling.
- Exposure to pharmaceutical technology and quality control.
- Research opportunities in modern pharmaceutical sciences.
- Guidance for professional licensing and career placement.
Who Should Apply?
Students eager to learn about healthcare, medicine, research, and community service who want to play an active role in enhancing patient care and contributing to Pakistan’s developing pharmaceutical sector.
First Admissions Opening – February 2026
The Department of Pharmacy will welcome it’s first-ever batch in February 2026. Admissions will be announced soon, and interested students are encouraged to stay connected through our official website for updates.
Future Facilities & Labs
The department will include:
- Pharmaceutics & Pharmacology Labs
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Microbiology Labs
- Drug Quality Testing & Research Facilities
- Simulation rooms for patient counselling and clinical training
Join Us
Be part of the pioneer batch that determines the future of pharmacy education at University of Rawalpindi. Our objective is to produce pharmacists who are academically strong, professionally competent, and ethically grounded.