Students may pursue a dual degree in one of three programs offered at Temple University School of Pharmacy. Each program is 30 credits, non-thesis-based, and prepares graduates for careers in pharmaceutical and biotech companies, contract research organizations, regulatory agencies, and academia.

Drug Delivery

Drug delivery is one of the fastest-growing areas in pharmaceutical sciences and is focused on how therapeutics reach their target in the body safely, effectively, and at the right time. Temple University's MS in Drug Delivery prepares students to design and develop advanced drug delivery systems, from nanoparticles and controlled-release formulations to biologics and targeted therapies.

Students train with globally recognized faculty whose work is shaping the future of pharmaceutical development. Graduates are prepared for careers in pharmaceutical and biotech companies, contract research organizations, and regulatory agencies.

Drug Discovery

Drug discovery sits at the heart of pharmaceutical innovation: it is the science of identifying, designing, and developing new therapeutic compounds from concept to candidate. Temple University's MS in Drug Discovery gives students a rigorous foundation in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and molecular biology, taught by faculty with deep expertise in both academia and the pharmaceutical industry.

Our R1 research environment and Greater Philadelphia location — one of the world's leading pharmaceutical and biotech hubs — give students unparalleled access to cutting-edge science and career opportunities. Graduates are qualified for careers in drug development, biotechnology, contract research, and academic research institutions across the globe.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics is the study of how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and eliminates drugs and is a critical discipline in pharmaceutical development and regulatory science. Temple University's MS in Pharmacokinetics prepares students to apply quantitative and analytical methods to drug behavior, supporting everything from early-stage research to clinical trials and regulatory submissions.

Students learn from faculty with industry and research experience, in a program shaped by the real demands of pharmaceutical hiring. Temple graduates enter a job market with some of the highest demand for pharmacokinetics expertise in the country.