PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences

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# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

Pharmacy and PharmacologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Study Level

PHD

We prepare our students to be successful next-generation scientists and to develop the broader skills needed to excel in a career path of their choice; including the academic, industrial and regulatory sectors. The Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences program provides graduate training in cancer biology, drug discovery and translational pharmacology. The program includes faculty from the WSU College of Pharmacy located on the WSU Health Sciences campus in Spokane, Wash. Opportunities for financial support are available. Our program houses more than 25 graduate training faculties with active research projects supported by federal and private funding organizations. Our faculty use multi-disciplinary basic and translational approaches to: Understand mechanisms of disease; Identify novel therapeutic targets Develop novel treatments; Optimize therapeutic regimens. Course requirements are flexible and can be tailored to individual needs and career goals. Students may take courses offered at WSU Spokane, as well as WSU Pullman. Students actively participate in weekly research seminars with special emphasis on enhancing communication and leadership skills. To prepare graduates for careers as successful professionals in academia, industry, health care, and private institutions dedicated to the promotion of human health and wellness: Achieve mastery of knowledge in the general field of Pharmaceutical Sciences; Develop the expertise to use appropriate methodologies to solve novel and emerging problems related to the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Disseminate research findings to local, regional, national, and international audiences primarily through publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences. Participate in professional organizations, including becoming members, attending meetings, and taking leadership roles where appropriate. Participate in teaching, internships, fellowships, workshops, credentialing and grant applications to enhance competitiveness for career opportunities as appropriate. To prepare students to be effective and innovative researchers: Train students in critical, integrative, and evaluative thinking at the highest levels of rigor; Develop advanced written and oral communication skills; Become independent, self-motivated researchers with the ability to identify specific problems in their field of expertise and to formulate solutions to these problems; Develop a comprehensive knowledge of previous and current research in their field of expertise and be able to demonstrate that knowledge capability in a review of the literature at a level that is potentially publishable. Generate innovative questions within their field of expertise and pose hypotheses related to those questions; Apply sound methodological approaches to test hypotheses related to specific research questions and describe the methods effectively. Perform statistical analyses of research data and present the results in a way that clearly describes the data. To enhance visibility of the College of Pharmacy doctoral programs nationwide and internationally: Attract and retain high-quality graduate students; Provide effective mentoring that encourages students to graduate in a timely manner; Attract, retain, and support nationally- and internationally-recognized research-active faculty members who contribute to the College of Pharmacy Graduate program.

Program overview

Main Subject

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Study Level

PHD

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Washington State University is a top-tier public research university where scholars strive to make the world a better place. Students volunteer 75,000+ hours of service annually. Undergraduates learn hands-on, alongside professors whose discoveries resonate globally. Research addresses issues in health, food, energy, sustainability, social opportunity, and global security.

200+ FIELDS OF STUDY. Many undergraduate programs rank among America’s best. Broadcasting students gain practical experience at student-run television and radio stations. Organic agriculture students work on a 30-acre certified organic teaching farm. Business majors study overseas to experience cross-cultural practices.
LEARN BY DOING. Students enter national competitions in robotics, clean energy, business, and more. They present papers at conferences and publish findings in scholarly journals.
INTERNATIONAL EMPHASIS. Study abroad programs span 86 countries. The Honors College immerses students in discussion of international issues. 1,700+ international students enrich cultural diversity on campus.
76 MASTER’S AND 66 DOCTORAL PROGRAMS. Plus, professional programs include business administration, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine. An independently accredited medical school is planned for the Spokane Health Sciences Campus.
STATEWIDE AND WORLDWIDE REACH. At the flagship Pullman campus, Cougar spirit unites 18,000+ students. WSU also has locations in Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and Everett. Extension offices occupy every county. Online education is accessible worldwide.

76 MASTER’S AND 66 DOCTORAL PROGRAMS, PLUS PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS. Professional programs include business administration, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine. An independently accredited medical school is planned for the Health Sciences Campus in Spokane.
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED FACULTY. WSU scholars include members of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, Institute of Medicine, and recipients of numerous national awards and fellowships. WSU researchers garner worldwide recognition for their discoveries. Many stand among the most widely published and frequently cited scholars in the nation.
COLLABORATION WITH NATIONAL LAB AND U.S. AGENCIES. WSU scholars team with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory on research for sustainable production of bioproducts and biofuels. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service works seamlessly with WSU researchers from on-campus offices.
STATEWIDE AND WORLDWIDE REACH. The main WSU campus in Pullman, nestled among the rolling hills of southeastern Washington, serves 18,000+ students. The Health Sciences Campus sits along the scenic riverfront in Spokane. Additional locations include Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and Everett. Online education is accessible worldwide.

PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences

# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

48 monthsProgram duration

Pharmacy and PharmacologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Study Level

Program overview

Main Subject

Study Level

Admission requirements

Exam Scores

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

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