Program Listing
Durham College, Ontario-Canada
Pharmaceutical Science (graduate certificate)
Shortlist Program
Program Listing
Shortlist Program
Program Details
Post Graduate Certificate/Masters Degree
Course Duration:
1 Year
Application Fee:
100 CAD
Tuition Fee:
16541 CAD/Year
Intake:
Sept
Prepare for a career in Canada’s strong pharmaceutical sector – a rewarding field that is seeing continuous job growth and demand in response to our growing and aging population. You will help to ensure access to better, safer drugs and consumer products, medical cannabis, and health products, by using your training to contribute to effective formulations, dosages, and manufacturing processes and the assurance of quality for a wide variety of products. As a graduate, your knowledge and skills will encompass the validation and standardization of formulations, methods, and processes and the ability to conduct experiments following scientific methodology that includes data analysis, proper documentation of observations and analyses, and clear summaries and recommendations. A strong focus is placed on Good Documentation, Laboratory and Manufacturing Practices and Quality Assurance/Quality Control protocols to ensure you are prepared to enter this regulated industry. Featuring a 280-hour field placement, this program will set you on the path for a life-changing career that allows you to make a positive impact on the millions of Canadians who rely on the products you will help produce to improve and maintain their health.
Diploma or degree in chemistry, life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacy or a related field. A minimum of two courses must be in chemistry and one of these courses must have a lab component. Proof of English language proficiency required. For candidates with a diploma or advanced diploma, five years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry or a related field is recommended.
Tuition Fees mentioned above is an approximate value from the college website. Exact tuition will be mentioned in your Letter of Acceptance from the institute. For accurate Admission requirements visit college/university program page.