I am currently in my fourth year of the Pharmaceutical Chemistry Program and I have enjoyed every bit of it! I was interested in drug discovery and chemistry, so the program combined both of my academic interests. I think the best part about this program is the relationship between the students and the professors. The professors are extremely approachable and supportive. My plan is to attend graduate school and then pursue a career in industry. ~ Badria Anis

The Pharmaceutical Chemistry Specialist program — offered jointly by the  Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Arts and Science — may be for you. The program combines knowledge of the biological, medical, and physical sciences in the study of the scientific aspect of drug therapy. The emphasis is on the chemical nature of the reactions and interactions involved in drug therapy.

Students will receive a solid background in the aspects of chemistry most relevant to drugs: physical, organic, and analytical chemistry. They will also learn the fundamental aspects of the synthesis, manufacture, use, and mode of action of medications.

Career options include:

• Clinical chemist
• Environmental health officer
• Food scientist
• Forensic chemist
• Fundraiser
• Hazardous materials manager
• Laboratory technician
• Medical librarian
• Pharmacologist chemist
• Product tester
• Research assistant
• Teacher
• Chemotherapist
• Clinical chemist
• Laboratory technician
• Pharmacy technician
• Research assistant
• Scientist

Learn More:

• Pharmaceutical Chemistry Specialist Program 
• Admission Information and Program Overview