Programs of Study
The Department of Pharmacology & Physiology offers both Ph.D. and M.S. programs.
The Ph.D. Program in Pharmacology is a research oriented degree designed to train scientists for independent research careers. A large number of faculty from across the campus serve as mentors for Ph.D. thesis research.
The M.S. Program in Pharmacology is designed to prepare students to enter a variety of careers including research and medicine. This program offers both research and non-research options.
The M.S. Program in Physiology is designed to train students in the field Physiology. This degree helps to prepare students for careers in medicine and dentistry as well as the allied health fields, and furthering careers in research.
The Special Master's Program in Physiology is specifically designed to prepare students for medical school and to strengthen their applications.
The Ph.D. Program in Physiology is interdepartmental and is not administered from the Department of Pharmacology & Physiology. It is a research oriented degree designed to train scientists to conduct independent research careers.