Why study MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences?

The Online Master of Science (M.S. in Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare) program at the University of Cincinnati offers a unique opportunity for students to gain in-depth knowledge about Pharmacogenomics and understand the effects of genomics, environment, patient-specific factors on drug response, allowing for individualized therapy and optimal clinical outcomes. Additionally, the program provides knowledge of state-of-art omics research, innovative Precision Medicine approaches, and implementation of Genomic Medicine

Our two-year program is built around developing skills in these areas through real-world application of course content, industry/medical partnerships, and research-based best practices. This Master’s program is only available online.

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a science field (ex. Biology, Chemisty, Physics, etc)
  • At least one semester of undergraduate course work in organic chemistry and calculus, or related fields; or the equivalent as determined by the graduate program
  • A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • For international students, a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of at least 90 (internet-based) or 235 (computer-based), IELTS- minimum score of 6.5 overall band, or a Duolingo English Test of at least 110 is accepted.

The Online Master of Science (M.S. in Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare) program at the University of Cincinnati is designed for students seeking to advance their career, or education in the field of pharmacogenomics, medicine, and/or pharmaceuticals. At the pinnacle of these industry segments exist career opportunities as scientific curators, lab technologists/directors, research technologists, and genetic testing positions.

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Before the program can certify that a student can graduate, the student must meet the following requirements:

  • The student must earn satisfactory grades for all courses required.
  • The student must complete the 30 hours required for the degree.
  • The student must satisfactorily complete the required capstone project
  • The student must satisfactorily complete all applicable college and program requirements specific to the student’s program of study.
  • The student must maintain active student status; meaning the student must register for at least one graduate credit in their program in an academic year, after having met minimum degree course/candidacy requirements.
  • All grades of NG, I, UP, SP must be satisfactorily resolved to ensure on time graduation.

International students are eligible to apply but please note that this is an online program and not eligible for F-1 Visa status. 

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), IELTS or Duolingo test is required of all applicants whose native language is other than English. The minimum score required for admission of at least 90 (internet-based) or 235 (computer-based), IELTS- minimum score of 6.5 overall band, or a Duolingo English Test of at least 110 is accepted. If you have a bachelor degree or higher from a United States university, this requirement will be waived.

Our online Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Healthcare program is designed to cultivate competent pharmacogenomic professionals. Our Master’s curriculum emphasizes the practical application of knowledge as it relates to pharmacogenomic research, curation, and real-world outcomes.

The curriculum for the master’s degree was designed with potential career opportunities in mind. Therefore, many classes may relate to several aspects of science as pharmacogenomics encompasses all research.

The pharmacogenomics program is 30 credit hours long, and has a required 21 credit hours of pharmacogenomic courses along with 9 credit hours of electives. With these electives the student can select a track to follow or take several classes from different disciplines.

The tracks the student can participate in are as follows:

  • Drug Development*
  • Pharmacy Leadership*
  • Advanced Pharmacogenomics

(*) = Can obtain a certificate with 15 credit hours of classes. This would put the student at 36 credit hours, which is one extra semester (6 credit hours) in addition to the Master’s in Pharmacogenomics program.

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The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Contact Information

Brenna Carey
240 Albert Sabin Way
R Building Room 4029, MLC 7029
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 636-8916
brenna.carey@cchmc.org

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Program Code: 25MAS-PCEU-MS-PCEU-PPH