Pharmaceutical Sciences & Drug Development Major

Goal 1: Students demonstrate ability to plan and conduct experiments according to a designated protocol or to modify a procedure if necessary.

Goal 2: Students demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret data, formulate and execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), apply appropriate Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and demonstrate strong familiarity with computer programs or software for data analysis.

Goal 3: Student apply scientific theory and methodology, demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills to solve scientific questions and demonstrate the ability to perform online literature searches.

Goal 4: Students demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills in order to present scientific findings and knowledge to individuals and groups, demonstrate proficiency in electronic communications, and competency in the use of office software used in research. 

Goal 5: Students Identify strengths and weaknesses, demonstrate professional behavior by exhibiting initiative, accountability and timeliness for action, demonstrate ethical behavior, set goals and develop plans including steps to achieve these goals and demonstrate ability to work independently and as a team.

Cornerstone Core Curriculum Requirements

Consist of 14 core and 2 overlay requirements.  See below for additional detailed information on each of these requirements.

Major Requirements

Free Electives

To be awarded a bachelor's degree at Saint Joseph's University, students must complete at least 120 total credits. As such, elective credits may be required in addition to Cornerstone Core Curriculum (CCC) and major requirements. Any credits necessary to reach at least 120 total credits outside of the CCC and major requirements are considered free electives. Under the CCC, there are no fixed number of electives required. A student's total number of electives will vary based on major requirements, transfer credits, as well as math and language placement.