Pharmacology
and Toxicology
Career Opportunities
- Recent advances in drug therapy and environmental
concerns about toxic substances have increased the demand
for pharmacologists and toxicologists.
- Opportunities in the chemical industry include
research and development, quality control and environmental
testing.
- Graduates are prepared for dynamic careers
in the pharmaceutical industry focusing on drug discovery,
development and testing.
- Government agencies responsible for drug
and chemical regulations and approvals provide additional
opportunities for graduates.
Pathway to Postgraduate
Degree Programs
- Graduates may elect to enter post-baccalaureate
programs in medicine, dentistry, law, biochemistry, industrial
hygiene, other life sciences, or business.
- Graduates may continue their studies at
USP towards the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Pharmacology and
Toxicology. About half of the course requirements
for an advanced degree are fulfilled in the B.S. program.
- Students have opportunities to diversify
studies by selecting business courses approved for the MBA
degree at Drexel University

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