Highlights
Tuition fee
15392 CAD / year
4508 CAD / year
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Tuition fee
15392 CAD / year
4508 CAD / year
Unknown
Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
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Apply date
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Start date
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Start date
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Campus location
Waterloo, Canada
Campus location
Waterloo, Canada
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Graduate students at University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy learn the latest research methods in our state-of-the-art facilities. 

Overview

They benefit from the mentorship of faculty who are engaged in exciting new research that improves health by preventing of disease, identifying new therapeutic options, and optimizing drug use in disease treatment.

Key Features 

  • Are you interested in a research-based career in academia or industry?  If so, then our Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmacy or our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmacy programs at University of Waterloo might be right for you.
  • Are you a pharmacist who is interested in furthering your career and becoming a leader in the profession?  If so, then our Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) in Advanced Pharmacy Practice is the program for you. Learn more about the MPharm in Advanced Pharmacy Practice program at the School of Pharmacy.
    • Students who have a Pharmacy degree from outside Canada do not need to enroll in the PharmD program to be eligible to practice in Canada. 

    Programme Structure

    Courses include:

    • Pharmacy
    • Biochemistry
    • Toxicology
    • Pharmaceutical Sciences
    • Pharmacy Practice and Health Services Research
    • Pharmacoepidemiology and Health Outcomes Research

    Key information

    Duration

    • Full-time
      • 24 months

    Start dates & application deadlines

    Language

    English
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    Credits

    60 alternative credits

    Delivered

    On Campus

    Campus Location

    • Waterloo, Canada

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    Academic requirements

    We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

    English requirements

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    Other requirements

    General requirements

    • Admission to the program requires a minimum 78% average in the last 2 years of a four-year Honours Bachelor of Science program or equivalent.
    • Two academic references
    • Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable. TOEFL 90 (writing 25 speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

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    Tuition Fees

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

      Non-residents
      15392 CAD / year
      ≈ 15392 CAD / year
    • Domestic

      Citizens or residents
      4508 CAD / year
      ≈ 4508 CAD / year

    Additional Details

    Part-time:

    • National: $1,127 per term
    • International: $3,848 per term

    Living costs

    Waterloo

    Canada
    810 - 1447 CAD / month

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

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    12500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Dec 2026
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    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2026
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    7000 CAD
    Deadline
    18 Nov 2026
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    Various benefits
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    3500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Nov 2026
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    1000 USD
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    Anytime
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    6000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2027
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    1500 USD
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    4000 USD
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    23 Jan 2027
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    6000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jan 2027
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    12500 USD
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    15 Dec 2026
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    1000 USD
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    3000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2026
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    1000 USD
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    13 Nov 2026
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    1500 USD
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    500 USD
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