University of Pretoria - Faculty of Veterinary Science MSc specialising Veterinary Industrial Pharmacology (Coursework)
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Veterinary Science

University of Pretoria - Faculty of Veterinary Science

MSc specialising Veterinary Industrial Pharmacology (Coursework)

Pretoria, South Africa

MSc

2 years

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The MSc in Veterinary Industrial Pharmacology is a coursework-based program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge in the field. This course focuses on the development and use of veterinary medicines and emphasizes aspects like drug formulation, regulatory affairs, and pharmacology principles. Students will engage with current industry practices and research to understand the complexities of pharmaceutical development in veterinary medicine.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue careers in various sectors including pharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies, veterinary practices, and research institutions. Roles may include veterinary pharmacologist, regulatory affairs specialist, and clinical researcher.

This programme is offered as a course-work master’s programme with modules in the advanced fundamentals of pharmacology and regulatory pharmacology.

The course is designed to assist persons working in the field of regulatory veterinary pharmacology and covers training in the fundamentals (pharmacokinetics theory, basic pharmaceutics and pharmacodynamics theory), pharmacokinetic modelling, pharmacodynamics data analysis, veterinary legislation; preclinical toxicology, dossier evaluation; good laboratory practice, good clinical practice and good manufacturing practice.