Program Overview
The Pharmaceutics at Duquesne University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Pharmaceutics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 8
- Tuition: USD 1,486 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Pharmaceutics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Manufacturing Equipment
- Pharmaceutical Unit Operations and Formulate
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Laboratory
- Regulartory Aspects of Industrial Practice
- Advanced Pharmacokinetics I
- Ethics in Research
- Pharmaceutical Biotech
- Interfacial Phenomenon
- Drug Delivery Systems
- Equilibria and Kinetics of Pharm Systems
- Graduate Seminar
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admissions
Graduate Student Profile
Annual enrollment in the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences is approximately 65 students from domestic (30%) and international (70%) origin.
Recent graduates of the M.S. and Ph.D. graduate programs are employed in the pharmaceutical industry, academia and with regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Application Procedures
Applicants should have earned a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biology, pharmacy, allied health sciences, or social/behavioral or business sciences, depending on the proposed field of study. Students are admitted for the fall or spring semester of the academic year. Applications must be received in sufficient time to permit processing and evaluation before enrollment for the preferred semester. Applications which are received prior to February 1, will be given primary consideration for the fall semester and applications which are received prior to October 1, will be given primary consideration for the spring semester.
Application forms and materials may be obtained from the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences:
As well as these required supporting documents:
- All undergraduate and graduate college or university offical transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- Three (3) letters of recommendation send by your listed references
- Official GRE scores - Minimum score 1000 (Institution code - 2196, department code - 0613)
- (International Students only - must be current within one year) Official TOEFL or IELTS Score Report - Minimum score 100 (Institution code - 2196)
- Affidavit of Support: International students must submit documents certifying availability of adequate financial resources. These documents, which are official verification of available funds, must be an Official Bank Statement with the bank\'s official signature and seal. Agency-sponsored students may submit an Official Copy of Sponsoring Agency Guarantee
- Mandatory Information Request from international students
All applicants whose native language or principle language of instruction is not English are required to submit their TOEFL or IELTS scores to the Graduate School Office. International students who are applying for a teaching assistantship will be required to take the TSE during the mandated Science Orientation at the time of admission.
English Proficiency: IELTS 8 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,486 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,486 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 8
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Duquesne University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Duquesne University
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, United States
Duquesne University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months