Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology (PhD)
School of Pharmacy
Location: Boston, Worcester
Start Term: Fall
Work closely with industry experts as you conduct research into the pharmacological actions of synthetic and naturally occurring compounds that could become the drugs of the future.
Research at the Intersection of Pharmaceuticals and the Human Body
Your Doctoral Journey
The doctoral program features a mix of required and elective courses, laboratory rotations, and individual research. You will work side-by-side with globally respected faculty working on targets for a plethora of diseases.This program is STEM-designated, qualifying international students for an additional two years of OPT work in the United States.
First-Year Experience
- learn advanced areas of pharmacology, including neuropharmacology and G-protein receptors
- study advanced biochemistry and molecular biology and explore the care and use of laboratory animals
- begin graduate seminars and laboratory rotations
Second-Year Experience
- study drug metabolism and the specifics of cancer drugs and immunopharmacology
- continue participation in graduate seminars
- engage in research in your specific area of interest
Third-Year Experience
- continue with your research
- explore pharmacodynamics and advanced toxicology
- complete work in graduate seminars
Advance Your Career at the Hub of Pharmacology
Discover new therapies and medicinal solutions as you unravel the mysteries of how drugs and other chemicals impact biological systems.
Developing Future Leaders in the Pharmaceutical Sciences
MCPHS Community Voices
Carlos Randulfe
| PharmD & Army Reservist“My MCPHS education allowed me to know and understand the uses of drugs found in the army formulary, as well as the inner workings of a hospital. Such information is very helpful when working on a team, specifically a military team made of different providers and healthcare personnel.”
Graduate Degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences
As well as the MS in Pharmacology, we offer six additional opportunities for graduate study at the master’s, doctoral, and certificate levels.
Master of Science in Pharmacology
Two-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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