Careers in pharmaceutical sciences include pharmacists who dispense drugs, pharmacology researchers who develop drugs and pharmaceutical industry scientists who produce drugs.

Recommended major: Biochemistry

Recommended courses: (not a complete listing of major requirements)

BCM365 (Biochemistry)
BCM465 (Advanced Topics in Molecular Biology)
BIO200 (Cellular Biology)
BIO260 (Genetics)
BIO340 (Microbiology)
BIO360 (Molecular Biology)
CHM210 (Chemical analysis)

Suggestions to enrich your education:

Research experience is a must if you plan in working in pharmaceutical research
A part-time job as a pharmacy technician is a good way to get experience if you plan a pharmacy career
Join PHO, the student pre-health organization

Life after NCC:

Pharmacy schools accept transfer students after only 1-2 years at North Central once basic requirements are met
Entry-level jobs at pharmaceutical companies typically require a bachelor's degree
A PhD is needed to qualify for running a research lab in pharmacology

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