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Lahore College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (LCPS) is very first private institution of pharmacy education in Pakistan which was inspected, recognized and approved by the pharmacy council of Pakistan in 1997. This college is “First Mover” in private institutions of Pharmacy; this institution is offering different course related to Health Sciences as well as Business Administration.

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The combination of highly experienced and foreign qualified faculty with the support and involvement of Pharmaceutical Industry, Health Care Organizations and other Business Industries, “Lahore College of Pharmaceutical Sciences” has developed into a modern pharmaceutical and business education institution.

Students of LCPS have an ambitious profile to create positive changes in professional and organizational environments. It is situated at Raiwind, Lahore in Punjab.

Academic Programs

* Post Graduate Programs

  1. M-Phil Pharmaceutics
  2. M-Phil Pharmacology
  3. Master Of Business Administration (Regular)
  4. Master Of Business Administration (Executive)

* Graduate Programs

  1. Doctor Of Pharmacy
  2. Doctor Of Physical Therapy

* Diploma Courses

  1. Pharmacy Technician

Doctor Of Pharmacy

Eligibility Criteria

F.Sc Pre-Medical or an Examination equivalent of Intermediate Science Examination (Pre-Medical Group) with at least 60% marks from any Board or University.

Rules For Admission To Doctor Of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)

Those candidates shall be admitted to the Degree of Doctor of Pharmacy who has passed the Intermediate Examination (F.Sc Pre-Medical) or an Examination equivalent of Intermediate Science Examination (Pre-Medical Group) from recognized University or Board. Only those candidates are eligible for this course who have minimum 60% marks.

Pakistan nationals residing abroad are also eligible provided they possess the requisite academic qualification. Foreign nationals must produce a certificate of proficiency in English in the form of a TOEFL score of at least 60 percent.

Candidates applying for admission will be required to pass through the following phase before final selection.

PHASE-A

An interview of the Candidates will be held after the submission of form.

PHASE-B

Interview with Parents/ Guardian will be conducted after the candidates have passed the Phase-A. Selected candidates will be asked to take the admission.

Admissions will be based on the marks obtained in F. Sc. / B. Sc. examinations along with interview marks. Incomplete application forms will not be entertained.

Application Procedure

Application form for admission to under-graduate programs would be returned to the college office after completion along with the following documents in duplicate.

  • Secondary School Certificate
  • Intermediate (pre-medical) certificate
  • CNIC of student and father
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Affidavit by the parent/ guardian giving permission to the candidate for study in the college. The surety of good behavior and financial support.
  • 12-passport size pictures and six 1” x 1” pictures
  • Note:

    Maximum duration for completion of Pharm. D. Degree Enrollment will remain valid for two more years after the expiry of the required duration for the completion of the Pharm. D.

    Doctor Of Physical Therapy (DPT)

    Introduction

    Physical Therapy, A Dynamic Profession

    Physical therapy is a dynamic profession with an established theoretical and scientific base and widespread clinical applications in the restoration, maintenance, and promotion of optimal physical function. Physical therapists are health care professionals who help individuals maintain, restore, and improve movement, activity, and functioning, thereby enabling optimal performance and enhancing health, well-being, and quality of life. Their services prevent, minimize, or eliminate impairments of body functions and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.

    Physical therapy is provided for individuals of all ages who have or may develop impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions related to (1) conditions of the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or integumentary systems or (2) the negative effects attributable to unique personal and environmental factors as they relate to human performance. Physical therapists play vital roles in today’s health care environment and are recognized as essential providers of rehabilitation and habilitation, performance enhancement, and prevention and risk-reduction services. Physical therapists also play important roles both in developing standards for physical therapist practice and in developing health care policy to ensure availability, accessibility, and optimal provision of physical therapy

    Rules For Admission To Doctor Of Physical Therapy (DPT)

    Those candidates shall be admitted to the Degree of Doctor of Physical Therapy who has passed the Intermediate Examination (F.Sc.) or an Examination equivalent of Intermediate Science Examination (Pre-Medical Group) with at least 55% marks from any Board or University.

    Pakistan nationals residing abroad are also eligible provided they possess the requisite academic qualification. Foreign nationals must produce a certificate of proficiency in English in the form of a TOEFL score of at least 60 percent.

    Candidates applying for admission will be required to pass through the following phase before final selection.

    PHASE-A

    An interview of the Candidates will be held after the submission of form.

    PHASE-B

    Interview with Parents/ Guardian will be conducted after the candidates have passed the Phase-A. Selected candidates will be asked to take the admission.

    Admissions will be based on the marks obtained in F. Sc. examinations along with interview marks. Incomplete application forms will not be entertained.

    Application Procedure

    Application form for admission to under-graduate programs would be returned to the college office after completion along with the following documents in duplicate.

  • Secondary School Certificate
  • Intermediate (pre-medical) certificate
  • CNIC of student and father
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Affidavit by the parent/ guardian giving permission to the candidate for study in the college. The surety of good behavior and financial support.
  • 12-passport size pictures and six 1” x 1” pictures
  • Note:

    Maximum duration for completion of DPT Degree Enrollment will remain valid for two more years after the expiry of the required duration for the completion of the DPT.

    Pharmacy Technician (for Medical Store Licence)

    Introduction

    Pharmacy Technician In Healthcare System

    Pharmacy Technicians deal with the common health problems of the people in a scientifically sound and cost effective manner using appropriate technology and holistic approach under the guidance and supervision of a qualified graduate pharmacist.

    Pharmacy Technician perform/ assist in compounding, dispensing the pharmaceutical preparations, filling, packing and labeling of dispensed medicaments, supply and storage of drugs, surgical and miscellaneous items in dispensaries, pharmacies, medical stores, laboratories and in hospital wards and other as per Healthcare system Requirement. Our Pharmacy Technician program provides both the theoretical and practical skills required to advance towards becoming a Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPhT).

    As a newly regulated profession with a greater scope of practice, pharmacy technicians play an integral role in the pharmacy practice environment in both hospital and community pharmacies. Under this new profession, technicians take on more responsibility for the technical components of dispensing within the pharmacy, allowing pharmacists to provide more comprehensive patient care services.

    Our campus has simulated lab environments with workstations that allow for students to perform skills and competencies in a safe manner. The program provides students with extensive hands-on training in these simulated lab environments. Students gain knowledge in pharmaceutical and medical terminology, pharmaceutical and sterile calculations used in prescribing and dispensing of medications, as well as the computer skills necessary in pharmacy practice. Practicing pharmacists, program coordinators, and industry-related professionals are consulted so as to ensure our program meets the highest educational standards available in the industry today. Each instructor possesses specific education and experience in the courses they teach.

    We Prepare Our Students For…

  • Concept and knowledge of drugs and their development
  • Therapeutic uses of drugs and medicines
  • Toxicology of drugs and their side effects
  • Management of drugs administration and pharmaceutical care
  • Legal aspects and basic principles of pharmacy practice
  • Preventive and therapeutic measures for management of health and disease
  • Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing in order to assist the production pharmacist
  • Educate, guide and help in adoption of preventive and curative measures against disease
  • Improve his professional knowledge, skills and attitudes
  • Eligibility Criteria

    Minimum Matric with Sciences or Computer Science

    Contact

    College Campus

    18-km Lahore-Raiwind Road, Raiwind, Lahore, Pakistan

    Contact Number: +92-42-35330035-7, 03056034478, 03018408683, 03214606646, 03334238250

    City Office: Room# 33, 3rd Floor, Sadiq Plaza, Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Lahore.

    References

    Lahore College of Pharmaceutical Sciences Wikipedia