Individualized Medicine

The 31-credit hour, fully online M.S. in Pharmacy with a major in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Individualized Medicine integrates pharmacogenomic principles into medication management while focusing on patient-centered individualized care. Students will learn from a multidisciplinary team featuring pharmacists, physicians, researchers, informaticians and others committed to advancing research and clinical implementation of pharmacogenomic testing. This program is designed for clinicians.


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Credential

Graduates will earn a M.S. in Pharmacy with a major in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a concentration in Individualized Medicine from the University of Florida. Your transcript will read Master of Science in Pharmacy, graduation date, major Pharmaceutical Sciences, concentration Individualized Medicine. Your diploma will read Master of Science in Pharmacy.

designed for working professionals

Time

On average, completion of the program ranges from 2 to 3 years. However, students have flexibility to complete the courses at their own pace while still working. Students who do not enroll in at least one class for more than two consecutive semesters will become inactive and need to reapply for admission to their program.

affordable, flat rate tuition

Tuition

Tuition is $650 per credit hour plus fees regardless of residency status.

Career Outlook

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Aiming to bridge the gap between provider knowledge and the latest advancements in individualized medicine, the program is completely online and flexible to accommodate the needs of working professionals. With a curriculum that includes current and emerging trends within the practices of pharmacotherapy, comprehensive medication management and pharmacogenomics, you will have the knowledge to deliver individualized medicine services for your patients.

This program is designed for clinicians interested in incorporating pharmacogenomics into clinical practice:

  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (D.O)
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
  • Doctor of Dental Science (D.D.S)
  • Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • Master of Science in Nursing
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse

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Master’s Curriculum

Course # Course Title Course Type Credits Weeks
PHA 6134 Foundations of Precision Medicine: Genomic Technologies Required 1 5
GMS 6224 Foundations of Precision Medicine: Medical Molecular Genetics Required 1 5
PHA 6138 Foundations of Precision Medicine: Genetic Epidemiology Required 1 5
PHA 6120 Foundations of Precision Medicine: Pharmacogenomics Required 3 16
PHA 6443 Case Studies in Clinical Pharmacogenomics Required 3 16
PHA 6137 Clinical Pharmacogenomics Implementation Required 3 16
PHA 6631 Foundations of Medication Management: Patient Care and Practice Elective 3 16
PHA 6930 Foundations of Medication Management: Pharmacotherapy of Chronic Disease Elective 3 16
PHA 6746 Patient Education and Communication in the Era of Precision Medicine Elective 1 5
PHA 6184 The Pharmaceutical Research & Development Process: Foundations and Impact on Individualized Medicine Elective 3 16
PHA 6725 Ethics in Genetics Elective 3 16
PHA 6613 Clinical Applications of Precision Medicine: Precision Health Elective 3 16
PHA 6136 Clinical Applications of Precision Medicine: Oncology Elective 3 16
PHA 6935 Advanced Concepts in Oncology Elective 3 16
PHA 6633 Individualized Pharmacotherapy I Elective 3 16
PHA 6634 Individualized Pharmacotherapy II Elective 3 16
PHA 6241 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Elective 3 16
PHA 6247 Introduction to Pharmacy Informatics Elective 3 11
PHA 6935 Literature Survey in Precision Medicine (by invitation only) Elective 3 16
PHA 6936 Individualized Study (by invitation only) Elective 3 16
PHA 6935 CAPSTONE: Final Comprehensive Exam Required – Final Semester 1 16

Additional requirements:

  • Concentration in Individualized Medicine: A  minimum of 25 credit hours of elective coursework must be completed in addition to the 6 credit hours of required foundational courses, including the 1 credit CAPSTONE/Comprehensive Exam.
  • Students graduating in the Fall/Spring must enroll in at least 3 credits during their final semester of coursework. This includes the required comprehensive final exam (1 credit hour).
  • Students graduating in the Summer must enroll in at least 2 credits during their final semester of coursework. This includes the required comprehensive final exam (1 credit hour).
  • The comprehensive final exam must be taken during the student’s final semester. No exceptions will be made.