Pharmaceutical Sciences B.S. Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and understanding
1. Understand the fundamental principles of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics.
2. Have a broad and in-depth understanding of drug development and discovery, from identifying potential molecules to clinical studies.
3. Have a broad and in-depth understanding of key areas of research and practice in pharmaceutical sciences.
4. Have a basic understanding of the normal function of the human body.
5. Have a basic understanding of common diseases and their associated drug treatments.

Intellectual Skills
6. Be able to read, understand, and critically analyze scientific and medical literature.
7. Understand the scientific method and be able to formulate hypotheses and propose experiments to test such hypotheses.
8. When given clinical signs of disease, decide on appropriate drug treatment at a very basic level.

Professional and Practical Skills
9. Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills.
10. Be able to work collaboratively with others in a group format.
11. Be able to use standard laboratory equipment, modern instrumentation, and experimental techniques.
12. Be willing to listen to others and consider alternative points of view.
13. Be able to use modern search tools to locate and retrieve scientific and medical information.
14. Be able to successfully explore and pursue career objectives, including graduate and/or professional education.
15. Understand and be able to discuss scientific and professional ethics and the standards of ethical conduct of research and medical treatment.