Program Overview

Advance your career in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries with the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences. This program focuses on the essential knowledge of drug action, design, delivery, and disposition, preparing you for a range of professional opportunities. With both on-campus and online options, you can choose the path that best fits your lifestyle and career goals.

Degree and Education Goals

Our M.S. program aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the pharmaceutical sciences. Whether you choose the thesis or non-thesis track, you’ll understand the drug discovery, development, and approval processes, and how drugs function within the human body.

Degree Options

Thesis

For the thesis option, engage in hands-on laboratory research to prepare a scholarly thesis. 

Non-Thesis

Non-thesis students complete a capstone project that integrates what they’ve learned.

ECampus

Complete your degree fully online through our Ecampus program. The online non-thesis option offers flexibility to balance coursework with your professional and personal commitments.

Flexible Career Options with M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

With a M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from OSU, you can pursue various impactful career paths. Leveraging the knowledge and skills gained through our program, you can:

  • Engage in research and drug development, collaboratively discovering and creating new medications.
  • Specialize in drug formulation and delivery, ensuring drugs are effective and safe for patients.
  • Navigate regulatory affairs, helping pharmaceutical companies comply with legal standards.
  • Conduct research in academic settings, contributing to scientific advancements.
  • Join industrial R&D departments, focusing on innovative solutions to medical challenges.
  • Join marketing departments, focusing on commercialization of pharmaceutical products.
  • Provide specialized consultation on the drug development process and potential therapies.
  • Educate future scientists and healthcare professionals, sharing your passion and knowledge.
  • Provide ongoing professional development for industry professionals, keeping them updated with the latest advancements.