Curriculum

PDF Version of the PharmD Curriculum

Year 1

• Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
• Biostatistics & Data Analysis
• Foundations for Interprofessional Practice
• Fundamentals of Pharmacology
• Introduction to Pharmacy Practice
• Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) I
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Calculations
• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmacy Skills Labs
• Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery
• Physiology & Pathophysiology
• Self-Care & Nonprescription Medications

Year 2

• Bioethics
• Integrated Infectious Diseases
• Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) II
• Literature Evaluation & Applied Drug Information
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Pathway to Professional Practice
• Pharmaceutical Compounding
• Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics
• Pharmacology I, II, and III
• Pharmacotherapy I, II, and III
• Pharmacy Skills Labs
• Public Health

Year 3

• Advanced Topics in Pharmacotherapy
• Applied Literature Evaluation
• Electives
• Emerging Trends in Pharmacy
• Gateway to Professional Practice
• Healthcare & Pharmacy Law
• Integrated Infectious Diseases
• Integrated Oncology
• Interprofessional Case Collaborations
• Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) III
• Pharmacoeconomics & Health Policy
• Pharmacogenomics
• Pharmacy Management
• Pharmacy Skills Labs

Year 4

• Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)
• Practical Approaches to Professional Development, Licensure Exam Preparation

Examples of Elective Offerings

• Advanced Diabetes Management
• Advanced Medical Communication
• Advanced Mental Health
• Advanced Pharmaceutical Compounding
• Advanced Pharmacoeconomics
• Advanced Topics in Infectious Diseases & Microbiology
• Basic and Advanced Medical Spanish (online)
• Cannabis: Pharmacology, Politics, Medical Uses
• Community Pharmacy Practice & Management
• Critical Care and Medical Emergencies
• Deconstructing Landmark Clinical Trials
• Effective Leadership for Pharmacists (online)*
• Forensic Toxicology and Pharmacology
• LGBTQI Healthcare
• Lifestyle Medicine for Healthcare Professionals
• Methods of Drug Design
• Pharmacy Practice in an Under-resourced Population
• Spirituality and End of Life Care
• Teaching or Research Independent Study
• Toxicology
• Veterinary Pharmacy (online)*

*Offered via another University; students are responsible for registration and tuition

PharmD Requirements Summary (Class of 2028)

• Core Didactic Courses - 121.5 QH
• Experiential (IPPE/APPE) - 68.5 QH
• Electives - 6.0 QH

Curriculum for Classes of 2027, 2026, and 2025

Distinction Pathways

Distinction pathways are specialized tracks that offer motivated students the chance to deepen their knowledge and skills in specific areas beyond the standard curriculum. Guided by faculty mentors who are leaders in their fields, students will receive personalized support throughout their journey. Successfully completing a distinction pathway will earn students a “Doctor of Pharmacy with Distinction” designation on their academic transcript. More information can be found on the Distinction Pathways page.

• Industry
• Interprofessional Healthcare
• Research