This department offers a joint program that allows you the opportunity to pursue the Master of Science degree while studying for the Doctor of Pharmacy degree.This program is for you if you are a highly-qualified and motivated student who is interested in simultaneously pursuing the Pharm.D. and M.S. degrees. You will be expected to complete the Pharm.D. program requirements, as well as all additional credits required for the M.S. degree. You will also complete a research project, and write and defend a thesis.