Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ph.D.
College of Pharmacy
Develop independent research skills necessary to create new knowledge in the field of pharmacy. You'll receive interdisciplinary training and education while developing a personalized program of study.
Work side by side with faculty members who are pioneering research in drug discovery and outcomes sciences that will improve the future health of people in South Carolina, the nation and the world. You'll choose one of two tracks in the doctoral program: drug discovery and biomedical sciences or pharmaceutical outcomes sciences.
Program Highlights
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Train with Leaders
Learn from top researchers in cancer treatment, pharmaceutical chemistry, genomics, neuroscience and pharmacology.
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Cutting-Edge
Get access to technology for significant pharmacy advancements and scientific breakthroughs through our centers and facilities.
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Leading Innovators
Conduct research at the University of South Carolina, which is a top patent-producing university.
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Research & Service
Study at a university that has received the Carnegie Foundation's top-tier designation in both research activity and community engagement.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Therapeutic Intervention
Using proven strategies to help individuals or groups achieve positive outcomes
Medical Terminology
Understanding and using specialized language and vocabulary in health care settings
Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
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Attention to Detail
Being meticulous and thorough in all aspects of a task or project
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Educator
- Researcher
- Regulatory Affairs Expert
- Toxicologist
- Medical Science Liaison
Workplace Settings
- Academia
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Government Agencies