Program Overview

Master’s Degree in AI and Computational Drug Discovery and Development

The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Computational Drug Discovery and Development program, administered by the UCSF School of Pharmacy, trains the next generation of scientists in advanced computational tools and methods.

Program Overview

• The program provides a welcoming environment for a wide range of diversity in its student population, including students with disabilities.
• It is a full-time, in-person commitment at UCSF's Mission Bay Campus, consisting of five full-time quarters.

Curriculum

• The program curriculum is designed to equip students with advanced computational tools and methods for drug discovery and development.

Fees

• Opportunities for students to apply for federal loans or federal work-study jobs are available through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Governance

• The Executive Committee determines and implements policy for the good of the program, determines program membership, and represents the interests of the program to universities and agencies.
• The program is guided by an industry advisory board that includes partnerships with marquee companies like Genentech, Gilead Sciences, Pfizer, and Amgen.
  • The partners teach, help with financial support, and secure internships and mentorships for students.

Students

• The program consists of talented learners who make up the next generation of scientists to apply data-driven methods to the discovery and development of new drugs and therapies.