Pharmaceutical Sciences (MS) - Biomolecular Sciences
The M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences - Biomolecular Sciences can be completed with an emphasis in Environmental Toxicology, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Pharmacognosy.
Requirements for each emphasis area are given in the respective program description sections. Each emphasis area requires students to complete a minimum of 24 semester hours of course work and 6 hours of thesis.
Minimum Total Credit Hours: 30
Emphasis - Environmental Toxicology
The M.S. in pharmaceutical sciences with emphasis in environmental toxicology prepares a graduate to perform research and solve problems related to environmental health issues. Graduates are likely to find careers in academics, industry, or government service.
Course Requirements
Requirements for the M.S. with emphasis in Environmental Toxicology consist of:
- Graduate Student Survival Strategies (BMSC 6010) (2 hours);
- Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology I (PHCL 6751) (4 hours);
- Environmental Toxicology (PHCL 5970) (2 hours);
- Advanced Topics in Toxicology (BMSC 767) (2 hours);
- Biometry (BISC 5504) (4 hours);
- Research Ethics (GRAD 6000) (1 hour);
- 5000/6000/7000-level electives (5000-level courses require adviser approval) (5 hours).
Seminar Requirement
Students are required to register for BMSC 6430 (Z-grade) every semester, with the exception of those semesters in which the student presents a seminar and instead registers for BMSC 6410 (graded). No more than 4 seminar hours can be used toward the 24 minimum total credit hours.
A minimum of 6 hours of thesis research must also be taken to meet degree requirements.
Other Academic Requirements
A thesis based upon experimental work in the general area of environmental toxicology is required.
Degree Requirements and Expectations
Environmental toxicology graduate students must meet a high level of academic achievement to maintain eligibility. Students are expected to maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 (B).
Emphasis - Medicinal Chemistry
An M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with emphasis in Medicinal Chemistry is a multidisciplinary chemistry-centered science involved in applying both chemical and biological principles to a study of drugs capable of exerting specific effects on a biological system. In practice, the medicinal chemist is involved in designing, synthesizing and characterizing medicinal agents intended for the management and/or therapy of diseases.
Course Requirements
Requirements for the M.S. with an emphasis in Medicinal Chemistry consist of:
- Graduate Student Survival Strategies (BMSC 6010) (2 hours);
- Advanced Medicinal Chemistry I (MEDC 5511) (3 hours);
- Organic Chemistry of Drug Synthesis (MEDC 5570) (3 hours);
- MEDC/PHCG/BMSC courses 6000/7000 level (6 hours);
- Elective Courses 5000/6000/7000 level (6 hours).
Seminar Requirement
Students are required to register for BMSC 6430 (Z-grade) every semester, with the exception of those semesters in which the student presents a seminar and instead registers for BMSC 6410 (graded). No more than 4 seminar hours can be used toward the 24 minimum total credit hours.
A minimum of 6 hours of thesis research must also be taken to meet degree requirements.
Other Academic Requirements
A thesis based upon experimental work in the general area of medicinal chemistry is required.
Degree Requirements and Expectations
Medicinal Chemistry graduate students must meet a high level of academic achievement to maintain eligibility. Students are expected to maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 (B).
Emphasis - Pharmacognosy
The M.S. in pharmaceutical sciences with emphasis in pharmacognosy involves the study of bioactive natural substances found in terrestrial and marine organisms.
Course Requirements
Requirements for the M.S. with an emphasis in pharmacognosy include:
- Graduate Student Survival Strategies (BMSC 6010) (2 hours);
- Biosynthesis (PHCG 6270) (3 hours);
- Advanced Biochemistry (PHCG 6999A, or equivalent) (3 hours);
- 5000/6000/7000-level elective courses (5000-level courses require adviser approval) (12 hours).
Seminar Requirement
Students are required to register for BMSC 6430 (Z grade) every semester, with the exception of those semesters in which the student presents a seminar and instead registers for BMSC 6410 (graded). No more than 4 seminar hours can be used toward the 24 minimum total credit hours.
A minimum of 6 hours of thesis research must also be taken to meet degree requirements.
Other Academic Requirements
A thesis based upon experimental work in the general area of pharmacognosy is required.
Degree Requirements and Expectations
Pharmacognosy graduate students must meet a high level of academic achievement to maintain eligibility. Students are expected to maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 (B).
Emphasis - Pharmacology
The M.S. in pharmaceutical sciences with emphasis in pharmacology involves the study of the interaction of drugs, chemicals, and physical agents with biological systems and their constituent parts. Graduates are likely to find careers positions within academic, industry or government service. Additionally, the MS degree program prepares individuals who wish to enhance their academic credentials by acquiring a higher degree before pursuing further studies in medical, dental, pharmacy or PhD programs.
Course Requirements
Requirements for the M.S. in pharmaceutical sciences with an emphasis in pharmacology consist of:
- Graduate Student Survival Strategies (BMSC 6010) (2 hours);
- Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology I (PHCL 6751) (4 hours);
- Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology II (PHCL 6752) (4 hours);
- PHCL/BMSC/BISC/CHEM/ENGR or other courses at 5000/6000/7000-level (5000-level courses require adviser approval) electives (9 hours);
- Research Ethics (GRAD 6000) (1 hour)
Seminar Requirement
Students are required to register for BMSC 6430 (Z grade) every semester, with the exception of those semesters in which the student presents a seminar and instead registers for BMSC 6410 (graded). No more than 4 seminar hours can be used toward the 24 minimum total credit hours.
A minimum of 6 hours of thesis research must also be taken to meet degree requirements.
Other Academic Requirements
A thesis based upon experimental work in the general area of pharmacology is required.
Degree Requirements and Expectations
Pharmacology graduate students must meet a high level of academic achievement to maintain eligibility. Students are expected to maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 (B).