UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
MS in PharmacologyIrvine, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
15 Jun 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 21,500 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* per year, for two years
Key Summary
Introduction
The Master of Science in Pharmacology (MSP) program is a two-year, 100% online degree program that equips students with advanced scientific literacy and a robust foundation in pharmacology, drug discovery and development processes, and experimental data analysis.
This program is best suited for working professionals in the pharmaceutical industry and related fields who are seeking an advanced degree while working full-time.
A Master of Science in Pharmacology can pave the path for a career in pharmaceutical research and development (R&D), regulatory affairs, clinical research, or academia.
The Master of Science in Pharmacology (MSP) is geared toward teaching students:
- The fundamental principles of pharmacology
- Mechanisms of drug action
- Current topics in drug discovery
- Strategies, techniques and critical thinking skills needed for drug research
The online format of the MSP program allows for greater flexibility and ease of attendance regardless of geographical location.
Career Opportunities
Students will leave this program with the necessary skills and tools to advance their careers in pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies, in the academic environment, in undergraduate education, or in government agencies.
With a Master of Science in Pharmacology, you can work for research institutes, governmental institutions, and private biotechnology or pharma companies, among others. Additional related jobs include biomedical scientist, clinical research associate, clinical trial associate, academic researcher, etc.
Our program offers students the opportunity to network with and learn from top industry professionals from leading pharmaceutical companies.
Our alumni have reported that earning their Master of Science in Pharmacology was essential to future career successes, including pay increases and promotions, as well as acceptance to advanced degree programs.
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Rankings
Strength in Numbers
The UC Irvine School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences was the first in the UC system to offer an undergraduate degree in pharmaceutical sciences. Today, we are the first public pharmacy school in the Los Angeles-Orange County region. As part of the Susan & Henry Samueli College of Health Sciences, we actively collaborate with schools and programs in medicine, nursing, and population, public health, and the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute to educate, train, and mentor the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists and clinical pharmacists.
- 700+ Students - We are training the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists and clinical pharmacists.
- #1 Institutions - For students admitted to pharmacy school in California
- 37% First-generation college students - Of our enrolled undergraduate students
Curriculum
Online Courses
The MSP degree program requires 39 units of coursework, including 4 units of a capstone project. All courses in the program are required.
- PHARM 270 Applied Pharmacology
- PHARM 271 Principles of Pharmacology
- PHARM 272 Receptors and Drug Targets
- PHARM 274 Research Techniques in Pharmacology
- PHARM 276 Experimental Design and Data Analysis
- PHARM 277 Ethics in Scientific Research
- PHARM 278 Concepts in Drug Discovery
- PHARM 279 Special Topics in Pharmacology
- PHARM 280 Masters Project in Pharmacology
- PHARM 281 Neuropharmacology
- PHARM 282 Behavioral Pharmacology
- PHARM 283 Cardiovascular Pharmacology
- PHARM 284 Endocrine Pharmacology
Admissions
Program Tuition Fee
Student Testimonials
English Language Requirements
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