Requirements for Undergraduate and Professional Programs of Study
The student is responsible for the correct selection of the program of study each semester and for fulfilling all degree requirements. Although advisors are available to assist, the ultimate responsibility rests with the student. The College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences reserves the right to modify its policies, procedures, curricula, and requirements at any time. Such changes become effective upon approval by faculty action.
Courses completed at another college of pharmacy may not be used to satisfy required professional division coursework. Prior to admission to the professional division, students may enroll only in designated 1000- and 2000-level CPPS courses for which they meet all prerequisites and restrictions. Enrollment in all 3000- and 4000-level CPPS courses is restricted to students admitted to the professional division.
Degree Requirements
The curriculum as outlined in the current catalog is subject to modifications with immediate implementation to keep pace with changing trends in pharmaceutical education and in accordance with accreditation standards.
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences Degree Requirements
The College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS) offers the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (B.S.P.S.), a four-year baccalaureate degree program that provides students with a foundation in the scientific disciplines underlying the discovery, development, formulation, evaluation, and use of pharmaceutical products.The B.S.P.S. program offers the following:
- Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design (PCOS) minor
- Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design (PCOS)
- Drug Discovery and Design (DDAD)
The B.S.P.S. program prepares graduates for careers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cosmetic and personal care products, biomedical, and related industries, as well as careers in research, regulatory affairs, administration, and other areas related to the pharmaceutical sciences. The program also provides preparation for graduate education and professional degree programs in fields such as medicine, dentistry, law, and physician assistant studies.
General Program Requirements
A minimum of 120 semester hours is required for graduation from all non-PharmD Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences majors.
Pre-Pharamcy Division Requirements
During the pre-professional portion of the B.S.P.S. program, students complete foundational coursework in the natural sciences, arts, humanities, and social sciences, with an emphasis on the natural sciences. The pre-professional curricula for the B.S.P.S. and Pharm.D. programs include many common requirements.
College of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences (CPPS) Pre-Pharmacy (PREP) Curriculum
Applying to Professional Division (P1) for Fall 2018 or after
| First Term | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
Fall 1st PREP Year |
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| PHPR 1000 | Orientation 1 | 1 |
| MATH 1850 or MATH 1750 |
Single Variable Calculus I or Calculus For The Life Sciences With Applications I |
4 |
and MATH 1760 |
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| CHEM 1230 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 1280 | General Chemistry Lab I | 1 |
| PSC 1210 | American National Government and Civics | 3 |
| ENGL 1110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Second Term | ||
Spring 1st PREP Year |
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| BIOL 2170 | Fundamentals of Life Science: Biomolecules, Cells, and Inheritance | 4 |
| BIOL 2180 | Fundamentals of Life Science Laboratory: Biomolecules, Cells, and Inheritance | 1 |
| CHEM 1240 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM 1290 | General Chemistry Lab II | 1 |
| ENGL 1130 or ENGL 2950 |
College Composition II: Academic Disciplines And Discourse or Science And Technical Report Writing |
3 |
| UT Core Requirement (US Diversity) (Cos Sci ONLY) 2 | ||
| Hours | 13 | |
| Third Term | ||
Fall 2nd PREP Year |
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| CHEM 2410 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 2460 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory I for Non-Majors | 1 |
| PHYS 1750 or PHYS 2070 |
Introduction To Physics 1 or General Physics I |
4 |
| MATH 2640 or MATH 2600 |
Statistics for Applied Science or Introduction To Statistics |
3 |
| UT Core Requirement (Social Science) 2 | 3 | |
ECON 1200 for Cos Sci |
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| Hours | 14 | |
| Fourth Term | ||
Spring 2nd PREP Year |
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| CHEM 2420 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 2470 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory II for Non-Majors | 1 |
| PHCL 2610 or EXSC 2560 |
Introductory Physiology or Anatomy and Physiology I |
3 |
and EXSC 2570 |
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| UT Core Requirement (Humanities/Fine Arts) 2 | 3 | |
| UT Core Requirement (Humanities/Fine Arts) 2 | 3 | |
| UT Core Requirement (Non-US Culture) 2 | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Total Hours | 59 | |
- 1
Only offered during fall semesters.
- 2
If double-dip, PREP courseload reduced by 3 hours.
- 3
Fulfills UT Social Science and Multicultural Diversity of US Culture Core Requirement.
Professional Division Requirements
During the final two years of the B.S.P.S. program, students complete advanced coursework specific to their major and a required internship experience. The professional division curriculum provides students with specialized knowledge, skills, and practical experience that prepare them for careers in pharmaceutical sciences and related fields or for further graduate or professional education. Requirements for progression or admission to the professional division are described under General Criteria for Progression to the Professional Division of the BSPS Program.