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Overview
This Pharmacology Fundamentals course offered by Harvard Medical School Online introduces the principles that govern how drugs and other therapeutics affect the body and how they are used in the prevention and treatment of disease. Participants explore the scientific basis of medication use and develop an understanding of the processes influencing therapeutic effectiveness, safety, and clinical application. The programme connects core pharmacological concepts with healthcare practice, pharmaceutical development, and real-world treatment scenarios.
Key Facts
Learners examine medication classification, administration methods, absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination, molecular targets, and response variability. The course explores pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles, therapeutic windows, adverse reactions, receptor interactions, dose-response relationships, pharmacogenetics, and emerging therapeutic approaches, including protein-based, gene-based, and cell-based interventions.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- Drug Nomenclature and Drug Classes
- Drug Modalities
- Routes of Administration
- Absorption and Bioavailability
- Drug Distribution
- Volume of Distribution
- Drug Metabolism
- First-Pass Metabolism
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Boston, United States
Disciplines
Pharmacology View 8 other Short Courses in Pharmacology in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This introductory course is designed for learners seeking exposure to core medical science concepts. Participants are recommended to have a basic understanding of biology and chemistry to gain the greatest benefit from the learning experience.
- The course is suitable for premedical and current medical students, as well as healthcare and related professionals seeking a foundational understanding of pharmacology. This includes individuals working in research and development, product management, strategy, sales, marketing, and other related roles.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full - Out-of-State1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State1025 USD / full≈ 1025 USD / full
Funding
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