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PhD of Pharmacy

Western New England University

Springfield, United States
4 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Pharmacy Research at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension if the doctorate is STEM-designated (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Pharmacy PhD can develop the ability to interpret health-related evidence
Apply appropriate safety and professional practices
Communicate effectively with patients or stakeholders and evaluate care or service needs
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Pharmacy Specialist
Pharmacy Associate

Curriculum

Courses
A comprehensive exam and a thesis in the same research areas as the master's
A pharmacy master's or close field is required.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree or the prerequisite coursework the programme sets
Official English transcripts and proof of English proficiency
D.Eng needs a 3.0 GPA and GRE (waiver possible)
PharmD and OTD apply through their own online applications and the JD through the School of Law.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (or required prerequisite coursework) per programme, PharmD and OTD apply through their own online applications, JD through the School of Law

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
PTE Academic 56
Duolingo 105
Oxford Test of English 130
IELTS 6.5

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

PharmCAS application
Transcripts from all colleges attended with English translations if required
Two recommendation letters
Evidence of prerequisite coursework
English proficiency evidence if applicable

How to apply

Check the programme page for entry term and requirements; PharmD and OTD apply through their own online applications and the JD through the School of Law
while the D.Eng uses the graduate application at the official university website. Send official transcripts in English and the documents the programme asks for. Submit proof of English proficiency. After acceptance WNE issues the I-20 and mails it to your permanent address. Use the I-20 to apply for the F-1 visa and show proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$48,360 USD
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Department	Pharmacy Practice
Teaching language	English
Credit value	146
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension if the doctorate is STEM-designated (E-Verify employer, Form I-983)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.