Pharmaceutical Sciences
For individuals who
Are seeking an advanced degree. Have attention to detail. Enjoy learning about pharmaceutical dosage forms and innovative drug delivery systems, pharmacogenomics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacology and biotechnology.
Looking for
Expertise in drug action, creator of pharmaceutical dosage and delivery systems.
To become
- Biotech Scientists
- Professor
- Pharmacologist
- Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs
- Pharmaceutical Scientists
Program Description
The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers graduate study leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. Advanced work may be selected from pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, and medicinal chemistry.”
The pharmaceutical sciences curriculum consists of a core of courses involving both basic and pharmaceutical sciences. In addition, students will select courses that will prepare them to be competent scientists in their fields.
Admissions Requirements
The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate program is open to all qualified graduates of recognized universities and colleges. In addition to the Graduate College requirements, the applicant must have adequate preparation in pharmacy or a biological or physical science related to pharmaceutical sciences.
Students interested in the Master of Science degree should contact the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences for more information.
Financial Assistance
Graduate assistantships are available. To be considered for an assistantship, the student must have completed a Graduate College application, be accepted by the department, and submit a formal letter to the department chair requesting an assistantship.