• Master of Science in Pharmacology at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus, coursework, thesis-based program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The goal of the graduate program is to form scientists who have knowledge in pharmacology as well as a fundamental understanding of biochemistry, physiology, and molecular biology.
  • The research area of Pharmacology programs are:
    • Cardiovascular Pharmacology
    • Diabetes
    • Molecular Pharmacology
    • Neuropharmacology, Neurobiology, and Neurochemistry
  • Students are accepted into the graduate program with degrees in the biological sciences, physics, chemistry, pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacy, neuroscience, medicine, and dentistry.
  • The objective of the MSc program is to lead the students in the development of critical scientific thinking and the acquisition of solid knowledge of pharmacology principles and specific areas of research.
  • The students are introduced to the method of scientific inquiry and research while creating and disseminating new scientific knowledge.
  • The program offers an opportunity to talented and motivated students to explore different aspects of molecular pharmacology and to perform research in the cardiovascular, diabetes, and neuroscience fields.
  • Students admitted to the MSc program are expected to engage in original research that creates significant new knowledge and will develop critical thinking as well as communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Students must submit for acceptance a thesis proposal that outlines the intended course of their studies.
  • students get the flexibility to complete the program between 4-5 years.
  • University regulations require students of the Ph.D. program to pass an oral candidacy examination, normally within 28 months of commencement of the program. 
  • The Department of Pharmacology is an integral part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry having excellence in scientific research that helps to deepen the student's skills. 
  • Job opportunities after MSc in Pharmacology are Medical science liaison, Neuroscientist, etc and the average salary goes up to 45,000 USD.