Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.S.)

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of key fundamental concepts in the pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences.
• Apply pharmaceutical and biomedical science knowledge and research techniques to drug discovery and development.
• Retrieve and critically evaluate the scientific literature.
• Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism and ethical conduct.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Core Requirements

• PHA 720 - Introduction to Drug Discovery and Development Credits: 3
• PHA 721 - Advanced Concepts in Medicinal Chemistry Credits: 3
• PHA 725 - Advanced Concepts in Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacogenomics Credits: 3
• PHA 740 - Advanced Concepts in Pharmacology Credits: 3
• PHA 760 - Advanced Concepts in Pharmaceutics Credits: 3
• PHA 765 - Techniques in Pharmaceutical Research Credits: 3
• PHA 790 - Seminar (COM) Credits: 1
• STAT 541 - Statistical Methods II Credits: 3

Additional Admission Requirements

The following prerequisites are the courses required for admission to the Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.S.) program:

• Two semesters of general chemistry
• Two semesters of organic chemistry
• One semester of biochemistry

A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (scale of 4.0) in the undergraduate program.

Letters of Recommendation - Two personal reference letters from people acquainted with the academic ability and professional competence of the applicant are required.

International students, where English is not the primary language, must submit the scores of any one of the following English proficiency tests. Minimum scores required for admission include,

GRE: Not Required
TOEFL: 71 Internet-based
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 100

The Institutional Code for SDSU is 6653.

A Statement of Personal Goals and Philosophy (SOP) - The statement should be brief and no more than one page.

The admission is based on cumulative GPA, relevant science coursework, letters of recommendation, SOP, primary research/work experience, and the interview.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisors before registering for graduate coursework.

For additional information refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .