Master of Science in Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences

University of the Pacific

Prepare for a career at the forefront of the integrated realms of pharmaceutical, chemical and biotechnological research by enrolling in the Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Program (PCSP) at University of the Pacific in Stockton, California.Through a careful collaboration between the award-winning Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy and the College of the Pacific’s Department of Chemistry, the program utilizes industrial interests and trends to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical and/or chemical sciences.Revolutionize the future of health careEquip yourself for a career in evolving pharmaceutical, chemical and biotechnological environments. Through the Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences degree program, students develop proficiency in core pharmaceutical skills and receive training and experience in:Basic and clinical sciences related to the pharmaceutical industryEthical and legal aspects of scientific inquiryIndustrial process and methodologyInstrumentation and laboratory techniquesLaboratory management, risk management and safetyProfessional presentation and data summariesStatistics and experiential designResearch alongside expert pharmaceutical scientistsFaculty from the departments of chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy practice bring their research interests and expertise directly to you.Both the MS and PhD degrees emphasize real-world application and research experience. You have ample opportunities to conduct research with your faculty mentor or intern at other pharmaceutical research institutions.Focus areasThe Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Program allows students to select one of five highly sought after focus areas through four of the University's science departments.Bioanalytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and BiochemistryBiopharmaceutical SciencesChemical Synthesis, Drug Discovery and DesignHealth Care Outcomes and Clinical ServicesMolecular-Cellular Physiology and Pharmacology

Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy