The Master's program in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Marshall University School of Pharmacy (MUSOP) provides students with the training and skills required to prepare them for careers in academia, pharmaceutical industry, or public/private research institutions. This program involves an intensive curriculum consisting of didactic courses and research. The program of study is based on the background and career objectives of each student and tailored to meet individual needs. The graduates will master the key concepts in the discipline of their interest in pharmaceutical sciences (Pharmaceutics, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmacology). They will be able to work independently or in collaboration with others in their area of expertise as an investigator. Both M.S. (thesis) and MA (non-thesis) options are available. Full-time students typically complete the M.S. degree program in two years. The Department of Pharmaceutical Science and Research is comprised of faculty with expertise in Pharmaceutics, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, and Pharmacology. The faculty are highly engaged in graduate courses and interdisciplinary research. Prospective M.S. thesis-track students are encouraged to contact faculty about research opportunities in their laboratory.