PhD in Pharmacy Practice or Pharmaceutical Sciences
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About the PhD in Pharmacy Practice or Pharmaceutical Sciences
What is the Thesis-based Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacy Practice or Pharmaceutical Sciences?
Our PhD program requires a minimum of 12 graduate-level credit hours (normally 4 graduate courses), along with successful completion of a candidacy exam, a defended thesis on an approved research topic, and a minimum of two academic years of full-time residency.
- An advanced, highly specialized degree for future leaders in their field
- Research leaders through pioneering thesis-based studies, with prolific publications
- Leads to post-doctoral studies for further specialization and career development
Why Choose This Program?
- Guaranteed funding ($25k as per GPS)
- Scholarships available for graduate students
- PharmD program degree not required, open to everyone with an undergraduate or masters degree
- Engage in cutting-edge research across the areas of Drug Discovery + Development, Health Services Research, and Pharmacy Education, contributing to advancements that directly impact patient care, public health, and the future of the pharmacy profession.
Research Areas
The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is advancing a healthier world through groundbreaking and transformative pharmacy education and research through three strategic areas of research.
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4th
QS ranking in Canada
48th
International QS rankingTop 5
Ranked university in Canada$
Minimum guaranteed funding for PhD studentsCareers
- Pharmacologist
- Toxicologist
- Scientist
- Academic Researcher
- Clinical Research Associate
- Biomedical Researcher
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- Policy Analyst
- Drug manufacturer
- University Professor
- Pharmaceutical Sales + Marketing
- Public Health Advisor
- Government Scientist
- Forensic Scientist
Learning Outcomes
- Synthesize and critically evaluate advanced theories and research to make a substantial, original contribution to their specialized field, formulating expert opinions grounded in ethical, regulatory, and societal contexts.
- Independently conceive, design, and execute original research, mastering advanced methodologies and demonstrating intellectual leadership throughout the process.
- Demonstrate leadership, project management, and mentorship within a collaborative and inclusive research environment, while proactively managing their professional development and effectively designing and delivering instruction to junior learners.
- Produce original, peer-reviewed written work and articulate their research's significance with authority to diverse audiences, effectively defending its originality and validity in a formal oral examination.
