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PHTX Master's Degree

New Master's Degree in Pharmacology and Toxicology

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About the PHTX MS Program

The Pharmacology and Toxicology Department will be accepting applications for a Master's Program in Fall 2024. The program will start in the Fall of 2025. 

This 1 year program will include two tracks: a Laboratory Research track and a Capstone Track. 

  • The Laboratory Research track will include required coursework, a research project, and related thesis defense in front of a committee. 
  • The Captstone Track will focus on coursework and a literature review, from which students will present and defend a thesis. 

The Master's students will take courses, work in laboratories, and participate in professional development activities alongside current PhD students.

Apply to the MS Program in Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Utah

Who Can Apply?

Students who have Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and other science related fields, and are interested in a career in biomedical/pharmaceutical industry, and/or interested in pursuing a PhD or MD degree should apply to this program.  

Important Application Dates

Applications Open: Fall 2024

Application Deadline: December 15, 2024

Offer of Admission: Spring 2025

Program Begins Fall 2025

University of Utah Academic Calendar

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