Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Kansas offers a Master of Science (M.S.) in Pharmacology and Toxicology, with both on-campus and online options. The program provides students with a comprehensive education in pharmacology and toxicology, preparing them for careers in research, industry, or academia.

Required Core Courses

The following courses are required for the M.S. program:

• P&TX 750: Pharmacology I - Introduction to Pharmacology and Biotechnology
• P&TX 751: Pharmacology II - Endocrine Pharmacology
• P&TX 752: Pharmacology III - Central Nervous System and Autonomic Nervous System
• P&TX 753: Pharmacology IV - Cardiovascular and Renal System
• P&TX 754: Pharmacology V - Immunopharmacology, Infectious Diseases and Gastrointestinal Pharmacology
• P&TX 755: Molecular Toxicology
• P&TX 801: Issues in Scientific Integrity
• BIOS 720: Analysis of Variance

M.S. Research Requirements

The M.S. program requires 14 credits of research, which can be fulfilled by taking the following courses:

• P&TX 785: Research Proposal
• P&TX 825: Research in Pharmacology and Toxicology
• P&TX 885: Distance Master's Research in Pharmacology and Toxicology
• P&TX 889: Distance Master's Thesis
• P&TX 899: Master's Thesis

Program Details

The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in pharmacology and toxicology, with a focus on research and critical thinking. The program is offered both on-campus and online, allowing students to choose the format that best fits their needs.

Faculty

The program is taught by a faculty of experienced researchers and educators, including:

• Rick Dobrowsky
• Heng Du
• Jackob Moskovitz
• Honglian Shi
• Adam Smith
• Jai Subramanian
• Zijun Wang
• Liqin Zhao

Research Areas

The program offers research opportunities in a variety of areas, including:

• Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Neuroscience
• Molecular biology
• Biochemistry

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as biology, chemistry, or pharmacology. Applicants must also submit transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for the program vary depending on the student's residency status and the number of credits taken. For more information on tuition fees, please contact the University of Kansas.