What is the scope of Pharmaceutical Engineering from IIT (BHU)?
B.Pharma is a four-year undergraduate degree offered by IIT BHU, Varanasi. Its admissions involve a two-step process, so the students need to qualify for JEE Mains and then take the JEE Advanced. The selection process is based on the JEE Advanced rank. There is no course like Pharmaceutical Engineering at IIT-BHU, but its one of the subjects during 4 year B.Pharma programme.Talking about the infrastructure and facilities, the B.Pharma IIT (BHU) department is well-funded because of its high number of PhD students. So, it is fully equipped with the latest technology and works well as a standalone division. It also organizes the biggest departmental fest of IIT BHU—SPIRIT.Placement ScenarioThe undergraduate (B Pharm) students are placed through the Training & Placement Cell of IIT (BHU) in various companies such as Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Matrix Laboratories, United Health, Evaluserve, Cognizant, IBM, Wipro, Sony, Musigma, Headstrong, Zynga, Orbeas and Bank of India, etc. Some of the students also opt for higher studies (MS, M Pharm, MBA, PGDM, PhD) in India and abroad. Many are placed through off-campus selections.IIT BHU is the first institution in the country to start the degree level pharmacy education and is the pioneering center for pharmacy education in the Asian, African and Far East region of the world. Students who have graduated from this department work in the US, Europe, UK, Malaysia and other countriesThe pharmaceutical industry remains immune to all market fluctuations. It has a phenomenal growth rate of close to 14%, which makes it an excellent career choice. The curriculum provides a multi-disciplinary environment, which is necessary to learn various skills. Since IIT BHU is the only one providing courses in pharmaceutics, it has an edge over all other IIT branches in India.
Nursing or Pharmacy, which one is less hard?
If you are asking about which educational program is "less hard", most people will say nursing. Nursing courses are traditionally less intensive versions of pre-professional (pre-med, pre-dent, pre-pharmacy, etc) courses. The math, chemistry, biochemistry, bio, and physics courses that you will typically take in a pharmacy program will generally be much more intense than a nursing program. Nursing schools teach people to be nurses. While you do take some general science and math courses, the majority of your courses focus on nursing theory and skills, not heavy advanced science. I can't speak for all programs, but where I live, much of the pre-pharmacy and early years pharmacy courses are the same as pre-med students/those majoring in bio, chemistry, biochem, etc. If you are having doubts now, that's normal. First years of pre-professional programs are made to be tough, to help weed out those who either can't do the work, or aren't willing to work hard enough for it. Basically, there are likely a lot of people feeling like you. What you need to do is assess if you have the right ability and skills to do a pharmacy program, and if you have the time and determination to do it. It was your first choice, so don't give up yet. There must be a reason you chose it. Brush up on your math skills, join a study group, get a tutor. If you think pharmacy is not for you, no big deal. Not the first time someone has jumped ship. Why not talk to your school advisors? It's hard to say how competitive it would be to get into the nursing program at your school. Each school is different. While nursing isn't a bird course (you are still dealing with people's lives, after all), if you are not a huge math and advanced science fan, you should find it "easier" (relative term). In terms of workload and physical labour, nursing is hard physical labour, generally speaking. But some people love that rush. It really depends on what you want. Generally speaking, most bedside nurses retire quite early due to illness, injury, and stress. In contrast, I have seen pharmacists working into their 70s...It also depends on how much patient contact that you want. Pharmacists make great money, generally speaking. I suggest that you discuss your options with a career and academic advisor at your school. Good luck!
Can you do pharmacy with a biomedical science degree?
Biomedical science is often used as a gateway in to courses such as Medicine and Pharmacy. A first in Biomed is regarded quite highly in applying to Medicine as they share similar subjects (but obviously Medicine goes further). With pharmacy it is slightly different as the similarities aren't as apparent but I studied a module called Drugs and Disease during my Biomed course which was rather Pharmacy based. We did pharmacokinetics and and a fair bit of pharmacy based learning. But I had to chose that module, so you would have to ensure that the module you picked were as suitable as possible. So yes, you can as long as you come out of it with a strong degree. But you can't switch to Pharmacy after a year or two on Biomed, you must complete the course. But it's a very interesting course to study If you have any questions about the course then feel free to email me at sparkle_shingle_shingle@hotmail.com and I'll do my best to help you out
How long does it take to become a pharmacist?
Only Sandra had a good answer. I'll try and break it down simply. To be a pharmacist in the US, you need to go to pharmacy school which is a grad school. Pharmacy schools, like other medically related grad schools, have a certain list of required courses they want you to take before you start pharmacy school (see each individual pharm school for their specific list). Pharmacy school normally lasts 4 years. Schools like Univ of Pacific in California last only 3 years because they are year round and don't have a summer break like "regular" pharmacy schools. Now, technically, pharmacy schools don't require you to get a bachelors degree. It only takes 2 years to finish all those required courses. If you wanted to speed through, it'd take you 5 years (2 yrs in undergrad, and then 3 yrs at a school like UOP). Or, 6 years at a regular schedule pharm school. However, pharmacy is extremely competitive. So, many applicants get a bachelors degree (4 yrs or so) before applying to pharm school in order to look better on the application. Doing that, it'd take you 8 yrs (4 undergrad, 4 pharm school) or 7 at a school like UOP. In a state like CA, it's quite competitive so having a 4 yr bachelors degree seems to be the norm rather than the exception.
Is Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical chemistry the same?
Pharmaceutical chemistry is for you. Biochemistry is the study of the body's chemistry, not how to manipulate the chemistry of the body for the benefit of health. =)
Which countries accept & teach a two-year diploma pharmacy program as a requirement for registration as a pharmacist?
The Diploma in Pharmacy is only popular in developing countries and according to me, is not a good program. The 2 year DPharm is the reason for the bad reputation of the pharmacy profession in India. I don't think any country with a half-working medical system accepts a 2 year diploma in pharmacy. UAE, Malaysia, Kenya support 2 year diploma in Pharmacy.
Is Monash University good for an MS in computer science in terms of job opportunities for Indian students?
In terms of job opportunities in Australia, it's not as much about the University as it is about what you actually know. At the same time, please do understand that it's not “very easy” to land a job. Just grades and a good university name isn't enough. It's a mix of a lot of things - contacts, attitude, perseverance, grades, profile, university etc.The MIT course (Masters in IT) in Monash is pretty good (2 of my roommates and another 10+ of my friends are in it). But when it comes to job opportunities, like I mentioned earlier, it's about the mix of things mentioned above.
Is Exercise Science a difficult major?
My plan is to become a physician assistant. Exercise science is actually my back up. i would only need to take a couple of courses outside of exercise science to qualify for a PA program. Once I finish at the university I could use exercise science to get my license and still apply to a PA program. That way i'll always have an option. Sound good???
Is studying pharmacy today a good career option?
There are no career options that are universally good.There are no all-size-fits-all as far as careers are concerned, and that’s why there is no such thing as “good career choice”.A lawyer is not the best career in the world for somebody who hates arguing. A doctor is not the best career for somebody who hates the sight of blood. Both those careers are not a good fit for someone who prefers to work alone, in complete solitude.You should know what turns you on and what turns you off. You should pay attention to how you feel about doing certain things.Steer away from people who want to tell you which is a “good” or a “bad” career choice. They’re charlatans.Don’t ask what others think of this profession. They will tell you just that - what THEY think about this profession.But you want to know your opinion, don’t you? Isn’t your opinion most important for you?Pros and cons are person specific. Not everybody will agree with my list of pros and cons. Someone might even take my list and say that the pros are actually cons (to this person) and vice versa.What’s the point knowing whether pharmacy (or law, or mowing loans) today is a good career option?Every profession has its ups and downs. Objectively, now it might /might not be a good moment to enter a certain profession but this may change. How about in 5, 10 or 15 years? How can we guarantee what will happen to this profession or industry?What others say about this profession is largely irrelevant because if it’s your passion you are more likely to achieve great results than by doing something which does not turn you on, or which feels like a drudgery to you. In every profession there’s always a room for people who are passionate about it and they are the ones who will eventually prevail.Most important, don’t be afraid to try new things. You can always pivot or transition to something new again.Doing is most important. Not thinking about what you might be doing.Go with your gut instinct. Do. Try. Pivot. Until you find your thing.