Master of Science in Pharmacology (MS)
School of Pharmacy
Location: Boston, Worcester | Start Term: Fall
Develop novel targets and pathways to better understand how synthetic and natural compounds work, helping to improve drug design.
Contribute to the Knowledge, and Wellbeing, of Humankind
Study new therapies and medicinal solutions at the hub of pharmacology
With its unparalleled locations, innovative curriculum, and state-of-the-art labs, MCPHS gives students an opportunity to research how discover how drugs and chemicals affect biological systems.
Thesis-track students
If selected to this track, you will work closely with a faculty mentor developing advancements within the pharmaceutical sciences.
Non-thesis track students
You will have the opportunity to seek out and participate in summer industry internships to strengthen your knowledge of the biotech arena. MCPHS provides training workshops to assist in landing these positions.
$132,584k
Upon graduation, roles in pharmacological sciences can expect to earn an average of $132,584 annually according to indeed.com.
Developing Future Leaders in the Pharmaceutical Sciences
Tailored and accelerated professional development
Graduate Degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences
MCPHS offers six additional opportunities for graduate study at the master’s, doctoral, and certificate levels.
Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology
Three-year, full-time program at the MCPHS Boston and Worcester campuses.
Master of Science in Pharmaceutics
Two-year, full-time program on the Boston and Worcester campuses.
Master of Science in Clinical Research
Flexible full-time or part-time program on the Boston campus and online.
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research
Flexible three-course program on the Boston campus and online.
Doctor of Philosophy in Medicinal Chemistry
Three-year, full-time program on the Boston campus.
Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutics
Three-year, full-time program at the MCPHS Boston and Worcester campuses.
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