Pharmacology and Toxicology - Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (B.S.P.S.)

Program Overview

The University of Toledo's Pharmaceutical Sciences program provides a comprehensive foundation in drug science, metabolism, and toxicology. Through hands-on learning, research projects, and state-of-the-art facilities, students gain practical experience and prepare for careers in the biomedical industry, environmental conservation, and more. Graduates are well-equipped for further graduate study or entry-level positions in various scientific fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The University of Toledo offers the most comprehensive undergraduate Pharmaceutical Sciences program in the nation.
Undergraduates learn the science underlying the five major fields in their bachelor's degree program.
• Objectives: The program aims to provide students with a strong foundation in the origin, nature, chemistry, and uses of drugs, their effects on the body, how the body metabolizes drugs, and the origin, nature, and chemistry of toxicants.
• Description: The program combines classroom lectures, laboratory experiments, and research projects to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical sciences.
Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a $25 million, LEED-certified pharmacy facility with cutting-edge classrooms and lab spaces.

Teaching:

• Methods: The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, laboratory experiments, and research projects.
• Faculty: The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are actively engaged in research.
Students have the opportunity to work closely with faculty members on research projects and gain hands-on experience in the field.
• Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes hands-on learning and provides students with opportunities to participate in research projects and internships.
Students also have access to the Institute for Leadership in the Sciences, which provides education about leadership skills, ethics, effective communication, and problem-solving.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in the biomedical industry, environmental conservation and pollution control, forensic sciences, nutritional industry, pharmaceutical industry, research institutes, scientific, civil service, and governmental agencies.
• Opportunities: Graduates can work as cancer researchers, clinical development and testing professionals, lab directors, lab technicians, product safety evaluators, quality control professionals, regulatory affairs specialists, research associates/scientists, and study directors.
• Outcomes: Graduates often pursue further graduate study in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Physician Assistant, Dental, Nursing, and Biomedical Sciences.