Pharmaceutical Sciences

As a student in the Pharmaceutical Sciences program, you’ll be exposed to the latest advances in pharmaceutical sciences, AI, cheminformatics, bioinformatics, pharmaceutics and regulatory science through a curriculum that merges chemistry, biology, pharmacology, and informatics. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research in areas such as precision medicine, gene therapy, genomics, and more. 

Butler’s location in Indianapolis—a healthcare, biotech, and pharma hub—will provide ample opportunities for internships and experiential learning. You’ll be well-prepared for jobs in the pharma and biotech, regulatory agencies, marketing, clinical trials, or pursuing advanced degrees such as PhD, MD, PharmD, or PA.

Student Learning Outcomes

Outcome #1

You will integrate the principles of drug discovery, drug development, drug delivery, and drug approval to processes and data decisions in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Outcome #2

You will integrate the foundational principles and practice of data analytics in biology and chemistry related to pharmaceutical sciences.

Outcome #3

You will effectively communicate to diverse audiences about potential topics and issues impacting informatics and pharmaceutical sciences.

Outcome #4

You will apply professional, culturally sensitive, and ethical behaviors to decision-making and problem-solving to support personalized medicine and diminish health disparities.

Outcome #5

You will demonstrate independent learning and self-awareness in experiential education.

Outcome #6

You will formulate the research design process to examine scientific issues and assess appropriate decision-making and problem-solving approaches within the pharmaceutical sciences field.

Current Student Story

Avery VonDielingen, a current Pharmacy student, conducts research in the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. She credits Butler’s Pharmaceutical Sciences faculty with this opportunity.

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