StudyQA — Master: Pharmaceutical Sciences — University of Toronto (Page 2)

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Pharmaceutical Sciences encompass all aspects of the delivery, development, administration, and utilization of therapeutic drugs. Our programs provide a stimulating and productive environment for graduate education and research for students with degrees in physical, biological, and social sciences. We offer research-intensive programs of study in a wide range of areas leading to Master's and Doctoral degrees.

Our graduate students may also participate in a wide variety of collaborative programs offered at the University of Toronto and/or internships which provide the opportunity to gain experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech company or in global health placements around the world.

1. Courses: a minimum of one full course equivalent (1 FCE).

2. Research Ethics Workshop: Attendance and participation in at least one session for Graduate Students.

3. Seminar attendance and participation (see the guidelines here):
a. Graduate Departmental Seminars: students must attend a minimum of eight (8) seminars each academic year for two years. Part-time students may negotiate each year with the Graduate Program Chair for a reduction in the number of required seminars (to a minimum of four (4) per year) based on their professional experience and other factors related to their ongoing work.
b. Attend Student Group Seminars each academic year for two (2) years.
c. Give a 20-30 minute oral presentation in the Student Group Seminars in Year 2 of the program.

4. Graduate Research in Progress Symposium (GRIP):
a. Present one (1) poster at GRIP during their program.
b. Attend every year.

5. The annual Advisory Committee Meeting must be completed on or before August 29 of each academic year.

6. Write a thesis based on original research in an area related to Pharmaceutical Sciences and successfully complete the final Thesis Oral Defense.

All applicants must have completed (or be in the final year) of a four-year BSc or BA degree or its equivalent. The degree should be in the Natural/Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering or Pharmacy.
Applicants must have a minimum mid-B (75%) average, or its equivalent, in each of the last two years of full-time study in a four-year undergraduate program.
GRE
TOEFL Internet-based Test (IBT) Minimum Overall Score – 100
IELTS 7.0, with at least 6.5 in each component
Application Summary: Upload a signed copy of the Application Summary from the Online Admissions Application system;
Official Transcripts: Transcripts must be sent in sealed and signed envelopes directly from eachinstitution attended. Interim transcripts are required if the application is prior to graduation; applicants must arrange official, final transcripts once the final year is completed and the degree is conferred;
- Certified English translations are required for all international documentation written in a language other than English or French. Translations do not replace original documentation. Both the original documents and translations must be submitted.
- Applicants with University of Toronto transcripts are not required to submit an official copy.
Three (3) References: References must come from professors who are well acquainted with your academic and research abilities. For applicants with a Master's degree, one reference must come from the graduate supervisor. Each referee must complete and upload a Reference Form. Please note that at least two of the three references must be academic in nature;
Prospective Supervisor Form: List prospective supervisors of your interest in the Graduate Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange an interview with prospective supervisors as early as possible;
Statement of Purpose: A one-page that includes your degree, relevant research and/or publications, and career goals;
Curriculum Vitae;