Consistent with the missions of the Graduate division, the
College, and the University, the Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical
Sciences (MS Pharmaceutical Sciences) prepares pharmaceutical
scientists with the theory and practice of the profession with
graduates who will be committed to the welfare of the general
public, and to ongoing personal and professional
self-improvement. The Program prepares higher-level
scientists for roles in basic research and applied aspects of
pharmaceutical sciences in the areas of Medicinal Chemistry,
Pharmacology, Pharmaco-therapeutics, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
or Industrial Pharmacy.
The program will prepare graduates
to:
Demonstrate competent evaluation of
scientific literature
- Analyze and critique scientific papers related to
Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Demonstrate skill in literature searches with on-line
databases
- Evaluate the experimental design and methodology of scientific
papers
Demonstrate competency in the
Pharmaceutical Sciences SUBSPECIALITIES.
- Perform analytical techniques, and apply rigorous statistical
methods, critical thinking and effective communication in:
- Medicinal Chemistry: modeling design and synthesis of
therapeutic agents
- Pharmacology: ADME (absorption, distribution, metabolism,
excretion), pharmaco-dynamics, and pharmaco-kinetics
- Industrial pharmacy: pre-formulations and formulations, new
drug delivery systems, nanotechnology, routes of administration,
pharmaco-therapeutics
- Pharmaco-therapeutics ability of the nurse
practitioner/physician assistants to better utilize drug in the
patient care settings
- Pharmaceutical biotechnology theory and application of
molecular biology techniques in the development of biological
agents
- Demonstrate understanding of ADME (absorption, distribution,
metabolism, excretion) in the context suitable for each
specialty
- Define and explain “safety” and “efficacy” from Pharmaceutical
Sciences point of view.
- Design in vivo, in vitro and/or clinical studies to assess the
efficacy of therapeutic agents
- Use computer databases to obtain information on the structure
and biological effects of therapeutic agents
Demonstrate fundamental competency in
applied areas of Pharmaceutical Sciences: Medicinal Chemistry,
Pharmacology, Pharmaco-therapeutics, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology,
Industrial Pharmacy
- Exhibit comprehensive understanding and the ability to apply
specific principles to subspecialties as demonstrated in course
presentations, term papers, course examinations.
- Exhibit basic understanding and the ability to apply specific
principles to subspecialties as demonstrated in the Comprehensive
Examinations.
- Perform research using modern techniques and equipment (Plan A
students)
Apply knowledge and skills to public
understanding of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- Evaluate the political, socioeconomic, and emotional costs of
dealing with Pharmaceutical Sciences issues, including issues of
social justice as applied to the health and well-being of
individuals and communities.
- Communicate effectively through oral presentations, written
communication, and poster displays.