Pharmacology MS

Our Master’s Degree in Pharmacology is designed to provide an understanding of basic pharmacology, toxicology, drug discovery and translational science, along with an individualized program of original research. Our students are well prepared to continue in doctoral programs in pharmacology or other biomedical sciences, and strong competitors for academic and industry laboratory research positions.

Required Core (20 credits)

BMS 501LEC - Cell Biology I Credits: 4
BCH 503LEC - Biochemical Principles Credits: 4
PMY 503LT - Fundamentals of Pharmacology Credits: 5
PMY 510LEC - Pharmacology of Biologics Credits: 4
PMY 516LEC - Molecular Neuropsychopharmacology Credits: 3

Electives & Culminating Experience (10 credits)

Electives

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours.

Select from:

All 500, 600, 700, 800 level PMY courses or

NRS 520LEC - Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience Credits: 4

Culminating Experience: Project or Thesis (10 credits)

PMY 751TUT - Research Credits: 1 - 12
PMY 752TUT - Research Credits: 1 - 12

Total Credit Hours: 30

3.0 Degree GPA required

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time

Credits Required

30 Hours

Time-To-Degree

2 Years

Application Fee

$85

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.