3+2 Pharmaceutical Sciences

Program Overview

The 3+2 Pharmaceutical Sciences program offers an accelerated path to earning both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in five years. Students gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities and learn from experienced faculty experts. The program prepares graduates for careers in pharmaceutical research and development, cosmeceuticals, and medical school, providing a strong foundation in essential skills for industry success.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The 3+2 Pharmaceutical Sciences program is an accelerated track that allows students to earn both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in just five years. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in pharmaceutical research and development, including roles in:

• Innovative research: Conducting groundbreaking research to develop new medications and therapies.
• Pharmaceutical therapy development: Creating and refining pharmaceutical treatments for various conditions.
• Quality assurance: Ensuring the safety and efficacy of new and existing pharmaceutical products.
The program offers a customized approach, allowing students to tailor their undergraduate and graduate studies to align with their specific career goals.

Teaching:

• Faculty: Students learn from experienced faculty with doctoral degrees and expertise in various pharmaceutical sciences fields.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The program utilizes the state-of-the-art classrooms and labs of the Center for the Science and Pharmacy, providing students with hands-on learning opportunities.
• Personalized attention: Faculty provide personalized attention and support to guide students through coursework and thesis research.

Careers:

• Pharmaceutical industry: Graduates are prepared for roles in product development, quality assurance, and other areas within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Cosmeceuticals: The program also prepares students for careers in the cosmeceutical industry.
• Medical school and physician assistant programs: The program provides a strong foundation for students interested in pursuing medical or physician assistant careers.

Other:

• Research Focus Areas: The program offers six research focus areas:
• Pharmacology/Neuropharmacology
• Biomedical Sciences
• Pharmaceutics
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Pharmacoeconomics and Healthcare Data Analytics
• Pharmacogenomics
• Skillsets: Graduates develop essential skills for success in the pharmaceutical industry, including:
• Divergent thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Entrepreneurial mindset