• The Graduate Group in Pharmacology and Toxicology (PTX) at the University of California, Davis, is an interdisciplinary program that combines coursework and experimental training in modern approaches to pharmacological and toxicological problems.
  • The group is comprised of more than 80 faculty members from the School of Veterinary Medicine, School of Medicine, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, and the College of Biological Sciences. Both Plans I and Plan II MS are offered.
    • Plan I (Thesis). This plan requires 36 units of graduate courses and, in addition, the passing of a written prequalifying examination, and a thesis. At least 21 of the 36 units must be graduate coursework in the major field.
    • Plan II (Capstone Requirement). This plan requires 36 units of graduate courses and, in addition, the passing of a written prequalifying examination, and a capstone paper requirement consisting of a detailed literature review in lieu of a thesis. At least 21 of the 36 units must be graduate coursework in the major field. No thesis is required.