PhD in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences
The WesternU College of Pharmacy is excited to announce the establishment of the PhD program in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The PhD program is slated to start classes in Fall 2024 and will grow our offerings in research-intensive graduate education. The College of Pharmacy also offers a separate Master of Science in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences program.
The PhD program is a research-intensive program designed for those interested in developing their careers as research scientists or a related profession. The program offers diverse areas of study and research including Pharmaceutics and Nanotechnology, Cardiovascular Physiology and Pharmacology, Neuropharmacology, Immunology and Immunotherapy, Computational Biology, Cancer Therapeutics, and Infectious Diseases Research.
Accreditation
Take a look at our visit options and consider attending a WesternU Preview. If you’d like to discuss specifics with an advisor, schedule an advising appointment, online, on campus, or over the phone. When you request additional information we’ll make sure you receive program updates and deadline reminders. Of course, you can always find us on social media.
Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.
Upcoming Events
Ph.D. in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences | Information Session
Friday, October 13 at 3:00 PM Pacific Standard Time
Recent advances in pharmaceutical science make pharmaceutical research a rewarding career for people interested in improving lives through the discovery, development, and manufacture of new pharmaceutical products. Join us for an introduction into WesternU’s, Ph.D. in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences Program!
WesternU Preview Day & Open House | Pomona Campus
Saturday, November 18 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time
Get to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Join us in Pomona, California for in-depth program presentations; campus tours; live, interactive demonstrations; and more. Choose your program of interest and: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences