MSc Program Overview

Master of Science (MSc) Program Requirements

The Master of Science (MSc) program in Pharmaceutical Sciences consists of a minimum of 30 credits and professional development activities. Both full-time and part-time students in the MSc program follow the same requirements, as outlined below:

  • PHAR 590 (3 credits) Research in the Pharmaceutical Sciences: Principles and Methods
  • PHAR 591 (1 credit) Scholarly Integrity and Research Ethics
  • PHAR 548 (2 credits) M.Sc. Seminar
  • PHAR 549A/B (12/18 credits) Master’s Thesis
  • Additional courses
  • CTLT Instructional Skills Workshops for Graduate Students

Please refer to the Academic Calendar for detailed program requirements.

Suggested Program Timeline

The thesis-based MSc program is normally completed within two years. Please see a recommended program timeline below:

A flow chart of the recommended MSc program timeline. In Year 1, complete the courses PHAR 590, PHAR 591, PHAR 548, CTLT Instructional Skills Workshops for grad students, electives, and start PHAR 549. In Year 2, complete PHAR 548 and PHAR 549.

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

2405 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada
V6T 1Z3
info.pharmsci@ubc.ca

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