Overview

The Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) programme at the University of Florida is a comprehensive graduate degree delivered entirely online to accommodate the schedules of busy professionals. Students gain advanced knowledge in the chemical aspects of drug design, discovery, and development through a curriculum that blends rigorous academic theory with practical industry applications. This Master of Science is issued by the Graduate School and provides a prestigious credential for those looking to advance in the pharmaceutical sector.

The curriculum is delivered through a sophisticated virtual learning environment featuring interactive modules, case studies, and step-by-step instructional tools.

Why Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) at the University of Florida?

Choosing this programme means joining the Southeast's most comprehensive academic health centre. The College of Pharmacy is recognised for its excellence in research and education, providing students with access to extensive digital library materials and e-journals. The programme is specifically tailored for the global pharmaceutical industry, ensuring that the skills acquired are immediately applicable in professional laboratory and regulatory environments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 31872 per year
National fee: USD 31872 per year
Local fee: USD 12740 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core requirements and a selection of electives to total 32 credits. Modules may include:

Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Laboratory QA/QC
Special Topics in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Metabolic Biochemistry
Organic Structure Elucidation
Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry
Natural Medicinal Products
Mammalian Pharmacology

Careers with Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles within the global healthcare and chemical industries. The programme supports career advancement in drug manufacturing, quality control, and medicinal research. By mastering the complexities of pharmaceutical chemistry, alumni often pursue positions as senior research scientists, laboratory managers, or regulatory affairs specialists within pharmaceutical companies and government agencies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Natural Medicinal Products

Herbal & Dietary Supplements

Pharmaceutical Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-11 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Gainesville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3 _{(recommended)}

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150 _(verbal)

150 _{(quantitative)}

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in any academic discipline (Pharmacy background not required) from a regionally accredited institution

3.0 or better GPA in upper division undergraduate coursework

A statement of purpose must be submitted. There is a section for this information in the UF graduate application (step 2 of the application instructions).

A current resume or CV, in MS Word or PDF format. The file may be emailed to dess@ahc.ufl.edu or attached as part of the UF graduate application.

Acceptable Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score*

150 verbal / 150 quantitative; 300 combined

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

31872 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31872 USD / year

≈ 31872 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

12740 USD / year

≈ 12740 USD / year

Living costs

Gainesville

United States

900 - 1335 USD / month

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

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