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Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

The Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences-Pharmacology program provides a comprehensive education in pharmacology and toxicology, preparing you for a wide range of careers in industry, government and academia. With access to cutting-edge research facilities, experienced faculty, and real-world opportunities, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to make an impact in this exciting field.

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Master's Degree in Pharmacology

Expand your knowledge of drug science with 51爆料鈥檚 Master of Science degree in Pharmacology. Delve into advanced coursework that covers critical topics such as molecular targeting, drug design, and drug delivery. This program is designed to enhance your research skills and scientific expertise, preparing you for careers in pharmaceutical research, healthcare, and related biomedical fields.

Program Information for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology provides substantial opportunity to conduct research in molecular targeting, drug design and drug delivery in developing new approaches to treat disease. The multidisciplinary program enrolls a select group of graduate students interested in research-based careers in pharmacology, and provides a balance of classroom and laboratory work involving faculty at 51爆料 and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Strong research foci exist in the areas of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurodegenerative and blood brain barrier pharmacology. Interdisciplinary approaches to research and theoretical problems are strongly emphasized.

The M.S. degree in Biomedical Sciences–Pharmacology is offered in consortium with Cleveland Clinic and  Northeast Ohio Medical University.

Admissions for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Academic preparation adequate to complete graduate coursework (recommended courses in general chemistry, biochemistry and physiology)
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé or curriculum vitae
  • Goal statement indicating the applicant's interests in pharmacology, their research experience, career aspirations and fit with the program
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 65 PTE score
    • Minimum 120 DET score
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International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Application deadline: November 15

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted after this deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Publish their research in peer-reviewed journals.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate students.
  3. Seek employment in fields that reflect their area of training.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
ANTH 68637BIOANTHROPOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS I 4-5
or BSCI 60104 BIOLOGICAL STATISTICS
BMS 60110CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS FOR LIFE SCIENTISTS 2
BMS 60120LABORATORY TECHNIQUES IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 2
BMS 60440CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR SIGNALING 3
BMS 60502MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY 4
BMS 61000RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF RESEARCH 1
BMS 61001INTRODUCTION TO BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 1
Graduate Electives, choose from the following:8-9
Other graduate courses as approved by thesis committee
Culminating Requirement
BMS 60199THESIS I 16
Minimum Total Credit Hours:32
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Students selecting the thesis must continually register for BMS 60199 for maximum 6 credit hours toward the degree. Students may need to register for BMS 60299 to complete the thesis requirement; however, those credit hours do not, whatsoever, count toward the degree.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Minimum 15 credit hours of overall hours must be letter graded (required and elective courses).
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Pharmacology Faculty

Find valuable information and the specialty areas of faculty who teach in the pharmacology program.

Faculty DIRECTORY

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Biomedical Sciences - Pharmacology - M.S.

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists

8.7%

much faster than the average

165,300

number of jobs

$100,590

potential earnings

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

7.3%

faster than the average

66,000

number of jobs

$83,460

potential earnings

Biological scientists, all other

1.2%

slower than the average

63,700

number of jobs

$93,330

potential earnings

Natural sciences managers

3.7%

about as fast as the average

104,300

number of jobs

$161,180

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.