The Master of Science in Pharmacy (MScPhm) program is designed to train future academic clinical pharmacist leaders. As members of patient care teams and as pharmacy practice researchers, graduates of the MScPhm program will influence the provision of pharmaceutical care at the patient and population level. As teachers, they will shape the development of current and future pharmacists.

Applicants may apply to the Fall session only.

Required Foundational Courses

PHM1141H, PHM1142H, PHM1143H

Practica and Research Project

PHM8000Y, PHM8100Y, PHM9000Y

Elective Courses

PHM1115H, PHM1133H, PHM1136H, PHM1137H, PHM1138H, …

In the Master of Science (MSc) program, students are expected to undertake self-directed study and demonstrate proficiency in pharmacological principles throughout the course of the program. They are able to engage in one of two formats of study: 1) thesis-based study or 2) course-based study in the field of Applied Clinical Pharmacology (ACP).

In the thesis-based study, students are expected to think critically about scientific issues and develop a knowledge base in pharmacology while formulating hypotheses in a specific area of pharmacological research. They will…

The department should be consulted each session as to course offerings. Students may also find up-to-date course information on the departmental website.

PCL1002Y, PCL1003Y, PCL1004Y, PCL1100H, PCL1101H, PCL1110H, PCL1300H, PCL1400H, PCL1402H,…

In the Master of Science (MSc) program, students are expected to undertake self-directed study and demonstrate proficiency in pharmacological principles throughout the course of the program. They are able to engage in one of two formats of study: 1) thesis-based study or 2) course-based study in the field of Applied Clinical Pharmacology (ACP).

In the course-based Applied Clinical Pharmacology (ACP) field, students will engage in integrated coursework featuring a breadth of fundamental and applied pharmacology topics and will participate in a clinical research…

The objective of the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is to have students possess a comprehensive understanding of the general area of pharmacology, in addition to specific expertise in their particular area of interest. They build on their knowledge of pharmacology so that they are able to think critically about specific areas in pharmacology. They should be able to formulate and design, as well as carry out and interpret investigations. Their findings should be publishable. They should show capacity for continuing significant contributions in pharmacology and for…

The Master of Arts (MA) program may be taken on a full-time or part-time basis.

Applicants should consult the department's web page for complete details on graduate programs, course offerings, short academic profiles of graduate faculty, and application procedures.

The Philosophy of Science concentration will provide students with a background in general philosophy of science and with specific topics in philosophy of science. Students will be prepared for academic work at the PhD level in philosophy and for non-academic career tracks that require strong critical thinking skills, as well as an understanding of science and its role in knowledge and society.

Not all courses are offered every year. Please consult the department's website, which lists the courses the department will offer this year as well as those offered by other departments that may be taken for philosophy credit.

Required Courses

PHL1111H, PHL2222H, PHL2223H, PHL3000H

Concentration: Philosophy of Science

PHL2198H

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The PhD program has two options: a five-year option and a four-year option. The five-year option is the most common and is the only direct-entry option for students with a bachelor's degree. The five-year option provides five years of funding and requires two years of coursework, while the four-year option provides four years of funding and requires one year of coursework. The program requirements are summarized below.

Students enrolled in graduate programs in philosophy in other universities are welcome to apply to spend a year studying at the University of Toronto. Please direct…