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The Department of Pharmacology & Physiology offers a rigorous program leading to the M.S. degree in Pharmacology. The M.S. program is designed to be completed in two full-time semesters. There is a set of courses focused on pharmacology, biochemistry, and physiology that are required. The degree can be completed with coursework only or it can include a laboratory experience. An area of concentration can be chosen or a more general, broad-based, curriculum can be completed. Thirty credits are required for the M.S. degree and, if an area of concentration is chosen, 7 of those credit come either from a set of related courses or from the research project. Opportunities for master’s level pharmacologists exist in the pharmaceutical industry, government agencies, and laboratories, as well as at biotechnology companies. Masters students may also decide to apply for Ph.D. or M.D. programs, where the coursework completed in this master's program will prove beneficial. Areas of Concentration: General - Completing the M.S. degree in pharmacology does not require choosing an area of concentration. A more general curriculum can be chosen for the seven elective credits required for the M.S. degree and, in this case, the student can explore more than one topic of interest. The advantage of this approach is an increase in the breadth of the education. If the student desires to focus elective credits in one area, the Program offers three Areas of Concentration. Each of these concentrations can be achieved by completing seven, or more, credits in a single area. Laboratory Research - For those students interested in furthering their interest in a career in research, this area of concentration allows approximately 10 (fall) to 20 (spring) hours per week in a research laboratory in the fall and spring semesters. This is an especially good choice if the student's eventual goal is to complete a Ph.D. degree, or if the goal is to do research in a biotech, government, or big Pharmacy lab. Regulatory Science - Understanding the principles of pharmacology are important to develop a new medical product, but once a pharmacological agent has been developed, it is important to understand how experimental therapeutics are reviewed by the FDA and approved for use by the general public. Students who are interested in developing a broad understanding of regulatory science applications to drug or biologic discovery and development should concentrate in this area. Students will learn about clinical trial design, analytical approaches necessary to generate data for evidence-based decision-making, and the behavioral or social science skills that are needed to communicate to the public about both risks and benefits of pharmacological agents, among other topics. Natural Products - Herbs were once the core of medicine and pharmacology, and about a quarter of drugs are derived from chemical entities in medicinal plants. Herbs, vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements are very popular, pharmacologically-active products. Students will be introduced to pharmacognosy (the pharmacology of natural products), nutrition, the risks and benefits of dietary supplements, and the role of natural products in healthcare. Knowledge gained in this concentration will be useful for students interested in careers in research, clinical practice, pharmacy, public policy or industry. Neuropharmacology - The Department of Pharmacology & Physiology at Georgetown University is especially strong in the field of neuropharmacology. Most of the research in the Department is in this specialization. Because of this, we offer several courses in this area that can be used to generate a concentration
Program overview
Main Subject
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Study Level
Masters
The Department of Pharmacology & Physiology offers a rigorous program leading to the M.S. degree in Pharmacology. The M.S. program is designed to be completed in two full-time semesters. There is a set of courses focused on pharmacology, biochemistry, and physiology that are required. The degree can be completed with coursework only or it can include a laboratory experience. An area of concentration can be chosen or a more general, broad-based, curriculum can be completed. Thirty credits are required for the M.S. degree and, if an area of concentration is chosen, 7 of those credit come either from a set of related courses or from the research project. Opportunities for master’s level pharmacologists exist in the pharmaceutical industry, government agencies, and laboratories, as well as at biotechnology companies. Masters students may also decide to apply for Ph.D. or M.D. programs, where the coursework completed in this master's program will prove beneficial. Areas of Concentration: General - Completing the M.S. degree in pharmacology does not require choosing an area of concentration. A more general curriculum can be chosen for the seven elective credits required for the M.S. degree and, in this case, the student can explore more than one topic of interest. The advantage of this approach is an increase in the breadth of the education. If the student desires to focus elective credits in one area, the Program offers three Areas of Concentration. Each of these concentrations can be achieved by completing seven, or more, credits in a single area. Laboratory Research - For those students interested in furthering their interest in a career in research, this area of concentration allows approximately 10 (fall) to 20 (spring) hours per week in a research laboratory in the fall and spring semesters. This is an especially good choice if the student's eventual goal is to complete a Ph.D. degree, or if the goal is to do research in a biotech, government, or big Pharmacy lab. Regulatory Science - Understanding the principles of pharmacology are important to develop a new medical product, but once a pharmacological agent has been developed, it is important to understand how experimental therapeutics are reviewed by the FDA and approved for use by the general public. Students who are interested in developing a broad understanding of regulatory science applications to drug or biologic discovery and development should concentrate in this area. Students will learn about clinical trial design, analytical approaches necessary to generate data for evidence-based decision-making, and the behavioral or social science skills that are needed to communicate to the public about both risks and benefits of pharmacological agents, among other topics. Natural Products - Herbs were once the core of medicine and pharmacology, and about a quarter of drugs are derived from chemical entities in medicinal plants. Herbs, vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements are very popular, pharmacologically-active products. Students will be introduced to pharmacognosy (the pharmacology of natural products), nutrition, the risks and benefits of dietary supplements, and the role of natural products in healthcare. Knowledge gained in this concentration will be useful for students interested in careers in research, clinical practice, pharmacy, public policy or industry. Neuropharmacology - The Department of Pharmacology & Physiology at Georgetown University is especially strong in the field of neuropharmacology. Most of the research in the Department is in this specialization. Because of this, we offer several courses in this area that can be used to generate a concentration
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Founded in 1789, the same year the U.S. Constitution took effect, Georgetown University is the nation's oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today, Georgetown is a major international research university that embodies its founding principles in the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff, our commitment to justice and the common good, our intellectual openness, and our international character.
Master of Science in Pharmacology
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Pharmacy and PharmacologyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Study Level
Masters
Program overview
Main Subject
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Study Level
Masters
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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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Founded in 1789, the same year the U.S. Constitution took effect, Georgetown University is the nation's oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today, Georgetown is a major international research university that embodies its founding principles in the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff, our commitment to justice and the common good, our intellectual openness, and our international character.
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