Pharmacology (Master's)

The Master of Science in Pharmacology program the Duquesne University Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania requires a minimum of 30 post-baccalaureate semester hours: 24 credits of course work–including two (2) credits of seminar–and six (6) credits of thesis research. 

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Program Information

Explore the intricate world of drug action and discovery with our Master of Science in Pharmacology program.

Program Type

Major

Degree

Master's

School

School of Pharmacy

Required Credit Hours

31 (Minimum)

Modality

In-Person

Curriculum

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  • GPSC 530: Foundations in Pharmaceutical Sciences I (3 credits)
  • GPSC 531: Foundations in Pharmaceutical Sciences II (3 credits)
  • GPSC 532: Foundations in Pharmaceutical Sciences III (2 credits)
  • GPSC 540: Scientific Writing I (2 credits)
  • GPSC 541: Scientific Writing II (2 credits)
  • GPSC 550: Pharmaceutical Sciences Seminar (4 credits)
  • GPSC 701: Thesis (6 credits)
  • MATH 525W: Advanced Statistics (or similar approved course) (3 credits)
  • Electives (discipline approved) (6 credits)

Pharmacology Faculty

Jane Cavanaugh, Ph.D.

Jane Cavanaugh, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Rehana Leak, Ph.D.

Rehana Leak, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Lauren O'Donnell, Ph.D.

Lauren O'Donnell, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Paula Witt-Enderby, Ph.D.

Paula Witt-Enderby, Ph.D.

Professor