Pharmacology

Overview

The American Heritage Dictionary defines Pharmacology as 鈥渢he science of drugs, including their composition, uses, and effects.鈥� Falling within the realm of pharmaceutical sciences, Pharmacology focuses on exactly how drugs work and what kinds of reactions certain drugs cause in our bodies. As a Pharmacology major you鈥檒l gain a solid foundation in biology and chemistry. Most students then choose to pursue further education in graduate or medical school.

Your studies in Pharmacology should expose you to the molecular mechanics of a medication and the design and testing of new drugs. You might choose to focus on the clinical side of pharmacology, in which you鈥檒l study drug dosage regimens and ways to improve treatment and minimize risk. You鈥檒l learn about how different drugs interact, and which drugs treat certain diseases most effectively. With all of this knowledge, you could one day change the way medicine is practiced by inventing the drug that cures AIDS or the common cold.

Selected Schools

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Saint Louis University

Saint Louis, MO

$52,260 Tuition
1260 Avg SAT
7,396 Enrolled

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Temple University

Philadelphia, PA

$36,379 Tuition
1260 Avg SAT
21,720 Enrolled

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Boston, MA

$30,600 Tuition
1060 Avg SAT
3,843 Enrolled

Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI

$44,368 Tuition
1200 Avg SAT
40,483 Enrolled

Missouri Southern State University - Joplin

Joplin, MO

5,666 Enrolled

Ohio Northern University

Ada, OH

$38,250 Tuition
1220 Avg SAT
2,592 Enrolled

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SAMPLE CURRICULUM

Biopharmacy
Fundamentals of Oncology
Insecticides and Herbicides
Medicinal Chemistry
Metabolism of Drugs and Toxins
Organic Chemistry
Pathophysiology of Blood
Pharmaceutical Administration
Pharmacokinetics
Physiology
Principles and Methods of Toxicology
Receptorology
Risk Assessment Methodologies

HIGH SCHOOl PREPARATION

The field of Pharmacology involves a great deal of science, especially chemistry鈥攂ut explore also biology, physics, and others. Complex math (like analytic geometry and calculus) and computer courses will lay a strong foundation for your college studies.

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