Pharmacology MS

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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. As a PhD candidate, you will do research in our highly collaborative environment, present your findings in a variety of settings and acquire the skills of a well-rounded, independent research scientist.

Required Core (25 credits)

BMS 501LEC - Cell Biology I Credits: 4
BCH 503LEC - Biochemical Principles Credits: 4
PMY 503LT - Fundamentals of Pharmacology Credits: 5
PMY 516LEC - Molecular Neuropsychopharmacology Credits: 3
PMY 517LEC - Cancer and Cardiovascular Pharmacology Credits: 2
PMY 525LEC - Discoveries in Pharmacological Sciences Credits: 2
PMY 526LEC - Trends in Pharmacological Sciences Credits: 2
LAI 648LEC - Research Ethics Credits: 3
or
SSC 640LEC - Graduate Research Ethics Credits: 3

Electives & Culminating Experience (5 credits)

Electives (0-1 credit)

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 (4-5 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

Program Contact

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology
955 Main St., Room 3102
Buffalo, NY 14203
Email: pmygrad@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-829-2800
Fax: 716-829-2801

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.