Overview

The Pharmacology program offered by The University of the West Indies focuses on teaching students about the effects of drugs on the function of living systems and the evaluation of clinically relevant drugs for the improvement of disease management for further exploration of body functions.

Graduates with M.Phil. in Pharmacology from The University of the West Indies will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts of pharmacology

Apply basic pharmacology in appreciating how drugs are used therapeutically

Be able to complete project proposal writing and execution.

Apply pharmacological procedures in examination of the research question

Demonstrate integration of knowledge and skills through a variety of experiences and tools such as comprehensive examinations, executing a research project and thesis development

Apply knowledge to impact changes that can positively impact clinical research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Basic and System Based Pharmacology

Basic Research Skills for Pharmacology

Writing a Scientific Paper

MPhil Research Seminar

Seminar Presentations

MPhil Pharmacology Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

82

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown, Barbados

Disciplines

Pharmacology

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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82

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Other requirements

General requirements

a MB BS or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or a Bachelor of Basic Medical Sciences (BBMedSc) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (Upper Second Class Honours) from a recognized post‐secondary institution in: Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Biomedical sciences, Molecular and cell biology, Toxicology, Chemistry, Pharmacy

Application Processing Fee (BDS $30 for applicants from contributing countries OR US $30 for applicants from a non-contributing countries)

Birth Certificate (certified or notarized copy)

Curriculum Vitae (2 copies)

Two (2) Referee reports (PDF)

Professional Certificates/Diplomas

Marriage Certificate (where applicable) (certified or notarised copy)

Legal Affidavit or deed poll if your present name is different from that on the Birth Certificate (certified or notarised copy)

Research proposal- 2-3 pages, outlining the area of research, the problem being investigated, the reason you wish to research this area, and the proposed methodology.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

17500 USD / year

≈ 17500 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

17500 USD / year

≈ 17500 USD / year

Living costs

Bridgetown

Barbados

1960 - 2590 BBD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Graduates with M.Phil. in Pharmacology from The University of the West Indies will be able to:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Bridgetown

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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