Academics

Choose from URI’s six-year entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, four-year Bachelor of Science degree, or one of our graduate degrees.

Academic Programs

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Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

We offer a zero-6 Pharm.D program stressing critical thinking, active learning, and clinical experience to prepare students for practice in a variety of professional settings. We also offer an option to combine a Pharm.D. with an MBA or an MS in Pharmaceutical Science.

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Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS)

We offer a B.S. program that prepares students for careers in the pharmaceutical, consumer products, and healthcare industries.

In addition to this we offer an International Pharmaceutical Sciences Program that allows students to pursue a B.A. in French, German, or Italian as they pursue their BSPS.

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Graduate Programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences

We offer M.S. and Ph.D. level degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences with four specializations: Health Outcomes, Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacology & Toxicology.

Joint Degrees

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Pharm.D. / MBA

We partner with the College of Business to off the opportunity to complete a Pharm.D. and MBA in 6 years with as few as 8 additional courses.

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Accelerated Pharm.D./M.S.

We offer a joint degree program that allows students to develop their skills in the pharmaceutical sciences as they pursue their Pharm.D.

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International Pharmaceutical Sciences Program

We partner with the College of Arts and Sciences to offer a joint program that allows students to pursue a B.A. in French, German, or Italian as they pursue their BSPS.

Minors

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Cannabis Studies

We offer a 18-credit minor which provides an interdisciplinary understanding of the cannabis industry from plant to market.

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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Formulation

We offer a 18-credit minor which provides Chemical Engineering majors the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing and formulation sciences.

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Minor in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

We offer this 18-credit minor helps students to prepare for careers in biomedical research and/or pharmaceutical industry.

Online Programs

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Cannabis Studies - Certificate Program

Students will access state-of-the-art equipment for cannabis chemistry analysis and testing of cannabis related products through virtual laboratory experiences. Students will also be provided with a unique online learning advantage, applying knowledge from URI’s College of Pharmacy to the rapidly growing cannabis industry.

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Medication Outcomes - Graduate Certificate

The field of Health Outcomes identifies and measures the relationship between medical treatments and outcomes achieved in real-world environments. The skills learned in this program will help to expand your career in health economics, managed care, policy, medication safety & risk management.

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M.S. in Health Outcomes and Data Analytics

The M.S. in Health Outcomes and Data Analytics program combines the Data Science Graduate and Medication Outcomes Graduate Certificates to provide students with the comprehensive training and skills necessary to make data-driven decisions and gain insights to improve patients’ lives.

Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program

The Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program program offers a bachelor’s degree with three major options, master’s and doctoral degrees. Its interdisciplinary approach provides neuroscience training that is both broad and deep, with an emphasis on practical, hands-on laboratory experience and diverse research opportunities.

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B.S.

The B.S. program provides a foundational understanding of the brain and the nervous system.

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M.S.

The M.S. program allows students to integrate neuroscience expertise into their individualized professional development.

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Ph.D.

The Ph.D. program provides the opportunity for students to take their learning and research even deeper into their chosen area of specialization.