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Throughout history, philosophers, physicians, poets, artists, and theologians have grappled with the mystery of the human mind and human behavior. But not until people began to apply scientific methods to the study of human behavior did a “science of the mind,” a science called psychology, develop. Psychology is the study of the whole person as that person interacts with a complex environment throughout the course of their lifetime. At Calvin, the Christian pursuit of psychology compels a belief in the uniqueness, the sanctity, and the moral responsibility of each individual person as God’s special creation.

Calvin College aims to prepare women and men to serve in a profession that needs compassionate and wise healers. Academic excellence, state-of-the-art facilities, research opportunities, and caring, supportive faculty and staff who know you as an individual all create an environment for success at Calvin.

General Prerequisites (see individual tracks for additional prerequisites): Physics I & II, General Chemistry I & II, Organic Chemistry I & II, Biochemistry, Analytical Geometry & Calculus I & II, Experimental Design and Biostatistics, Instrumental Analysis

Note: Students must complete all prerequisites. Requests for deferment, use of similar courses, or use of work experience must be obtained from the department chairman.

Pharmaceutical Sciences offers a program for individuals interested in entering a fulfilling career in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry or current industry professionals interested in career advancement. The program offers four majors — industrial pharmacy, pharmaceutical analysis, bioprocessing/biotechnology, and pharmacology. The Masters of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences offers graduates an applied and practical understanding of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Students work closely with faculty and leading scientists on research projects an problem-solving as well as advanced theoretical considerations.

The pharmacist is a person licensed to dispense drugs. In a retail pharmacy, the pharmacist is also involved in explaining the effects and possible side effects of the drugs to customers and in recommending non-prescription drugs for various purposes. In a hospital pharmacy, pharmacists may participate with the attending physician in planning which drugs and dosages would be appropriate for a particular patient. Many job opportunities are now becoming available in this profession in retail pharmacies, in hospital pharmacies, in drug research, and as drug company representatives. Calvin College aims to equip women and men for such careers, preparing them for lives of Christ-centered service.