90 Hours
Less Time and Cost to Degree Completion
Learn morePharmacology
Bachelor’s
Highlights
Program Aligned
Rigorous Preparation for Advanced Study
Hands-On Experience
Practical Skills in State-of-the-Art Laboratories
Improve human health and healing
Learn how medications work, how new drugs are developed and how science can be used to improve patient care with a Bachelor of Applied Science in pharmacology from Trine University. By developing an extensive understanding of how substances affect living systems, you will be well-prepared to pursue a Doctor of Pharmacy degree on a more efficient pathway to becoming a pharmacist.
Why Trine?
The pharmacology program requires only 90 undergraduate credit hours, meeting the rigorous requirements for professional program entry while reducing the time and cost for degree completion. While at Trine, you will build a strong foundation in biology, chemistry and health science. You will also receive substantial practice in applying these concepts to analyze the effects of drugs, toxins and physiological systems on human health.
Trine's 90-credit Bachelor of Applied Science in pharmacology program prepares you for a Doctor of Pharmacology program, providing the science fundamentals and undergraduate preparation you need to be successful. Complete the necessary coursework, advance your studies and reach your professional goals sooner.
Your advisor will provide individualized guidance on your academic plan and estimated time to undergraduate degree completion.
At Trine, laboratory experience is an important part of your education. These experiences help you develop the laboratory, analytical and problem-solving skills essential for a Doctor of Pharmacy program.
You'll have opportunities to conduct experiments, interpret data and investigate biological and chemical processes using technology including:
- Nuclear magnetic resonance instruments
- UV-visible and infrared spectroscopy
- Microscopy
- 96-well plate analysis
- Anatomage virtual anatomy technology
- Extended reality technology
As a pharmacology student, you will also gain skills that go beyond the laboratory:
- Application of concepts from biology and chemistry to human health
- Knowledge of the interaction between substances and cells as well as physiological systems
- Scientific data analysis
- Drug safety and effectiveness awareness
- Communication of scientific information
Through partnerships with leading institutions, Trine University provides opportunities for seamless pathways to Doctor of Pharmacy degree programs.
- Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Manchester University
One step closer to being a pharmacist
While pharmacists must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree to satisfy state licensing requirements, Trine's Bachelor of Applied Science in pharmacology degree lays the framework for a more strategic and accelerated pathway to achieve a doctoral-level degree. Upon graduation, you will be a sought-after candidate for graduate or professional school as you prepare to enter a field with a projected growth of approximately 5% over the next decade (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook) and a strong earning potential.
Frequently asked questions
No. Pharmacology is the science of how drugs affect living organisms. Pharmacy is
a healthcare profession focused on the preparation, appropriate use and management
of medicines. Pharmacology can provide excellent preparation for students planning
to attend pharmacy school.
The bachelor's degree provides undergraduate preparation, but pharmacists must earn
a Doctor of Pharmacy degree to satisfy state licensing requirements.
The program is intentionally designed as an efficient bachelor's pathway for students
planning to continue into pharmacy education, allowing students to complete the undergraduate
coursework they need without unnecessary credits.
Because the Bachelor of Applied Science in pharmacology curriculum contains extensive
coursework in biology, chemistry and other sciences, your advisor can help you explore
related Trine programs and determine how your completed credits apply toward another
degree. You can easily transition without having to take extra courses.
Program Information
Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science in Pharmacology
Program Feature
Reduced-Credit Bachelor’s
Duration
90 credit hours
Level
Undergraduate
Campus Location
Angola, IN