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Pharmacology (PhD)

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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University of Toronto offers Pharmacology (PhD), a doctorate in Pharmacy programme in Toronto, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Pharmacy
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 8,448 / year
International tuition: CAD 9,240 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The PhD in Pharmacology at the University of Toronto trains students to develop a comprehensive understanding of pharmacology alongside specific expertise in their chosen research area. Research areas span biochemical and molecular pharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, clinical pharmacology, drug addiction, drug metabolism, endocrine pharmacology, immunopharmacology, neuropharmacology, pharmacogenetics, psychopharmacology, receptor pharmacology, signal transduction, and toxicology, and all students are expected to undertake self-directed study and demonstrate proficiency in pharmacological principles throughout the program. The standard route (from a master's degree) takes four years of full-time study with a six-year time limit; direct entry from a bachelor's degree takes five years with a seven-year limit. Delivery is in person. Standard admission requires at least a B+ average in master's-level coursework, while direct-entry admission requires at least an A- final-year average; applicants may enter directly from a bachelor's degree without first completing a master's.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Standard admission (from a master's degree) requires at least a B+ average in master's-level coursework. Direct entry from a bachelor's degree is available and requires at least an A- final-year average. The standard program is four years full-time with a six-year time limit; the direct-entry route is five years full-time with a seven-year limit. Standardized English-language test scores are not required or recommended per the SGS quick-facts summary.

About University of Toronto

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
QS rank: #32
Programs: 507
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Pharmacology (PhD) award?

University of Toronto awards a Doctorate in the field of Pharmacy on completion of this programme.

How long does Pharmacology (PhD) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Pharmacology (PhD) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 9,240 per year (CAD 8,448 per year for local students).

Can Pharmacology (PhD) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Toronto.

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