Online Graduate Programs in Pharmaceutics & Model‑Informed Drug Development
The University of Florida College of Pharmacy offers flexible, fully online graduate programs designed for working professionals and students seeking advanced training in quantitative drug development. All programs are taught by nationally recognized faculty from the UF Department of Pharmaceutics, one of the top‑ranked pharmacy departments in the country.
Whether you’re beginning your journey in pharmacometrics or looking to deepen your expertise, our programs offer multiple pathways to match your goals.
Choose the Program That Fits Your Career Path
Master of Science in Pharmacy — Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIDD Specialization)
A fully online, 32‑credit master’s degree for those seeking advanced, hands‑on training in:
- Population PK/PD modeling
- Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP)
- Physiologically-Based PK (PBPK) modelling
- Data analysis and applied statistics
- Regulatory and industry applications of MIDD
Includes flexible electives across myriad College of Pharmacy online programs, such as pharmacoeconomics, medicinal chemistry and precision medicine.
Graduate Certificate in Model‑Informed Drug Development
A 12‑credit certificate designed to provide foundational and intermediate training in:
- Quantitative pharmacology principles
- MIDD methodologies such as PBPK, PK/PD, and QSP
- Real-world case studies from industry and regulatory agencies
Credits may transfer directly into the M.S. program.
Non‑Degree Course Enrollment
Explore individual courses without committing to a full program. Ideal for:
- Working professionals seeking focused skill development
- Students wanting to “test the waters” before applying
- Individuals who need training in specific modeling methodologies
Up to two courses can be transferred into a certificate or M.S. program with a grade of B or higher.
Learn From Leaders in Pharmacometrics
UF’s faculty actively conduct MIDD research, publish in top journals, and collaborate with leading pharmaceutical companies and regulatory authorities. Their expertise ensures your learning is grounded in current industry practices and real‑world applications. Visit our online pharmaceutics faculty directory to learn more about the exciting discoveries our faculty are leading.
Master’s Degree
Our online Master’s program is ideal for students who have completed an undergraduate degree and are looking to gain or enhance graduate-level expertise in model-informed drug development. It is also perfect for those interested in pharmacometrics within biomedical research.
Graduate Certificate
The MIDD online graduate certificate is ideal for working professionals and can be completed at your own pace. The certificate consists of four graduate level courses in Pharmacometrics and quantitative methods and students will gain experience in modeling and simulation software standard to the industry and regulatory agencies.
Non-Degree
The non-degree option is available for students who want to experience graduate-level courses while deciding if or when to pursue a graduate certificate or master’s degree. It is an excellent way for students to broaden their knowledge base in a particular subject or enhance their professional development.
Full course list
All Courses
Learn more about all of our courses across the program.
Hands-on Training
Software Applications
Hands-on training in key software applications used in the field of pharmacometrics.
Who should consider a Pharmaceutics online graduate program?
Our online degree program is great for pharmacists, epidemiologists, medical scientists, physicians, surgeons and biomedical engineers looking to enhance their knowledge of Model-Informed Drug Development.
At a Glance
No GRE Required
The GRE is no longer required for any of our online graduate programs.
Flexible & Part-Time
Our online graduate program is formatted with the working professional in mind. Take classes on your schedule, at your pace.
Esteemed Faculty
Learn from internationally recognized and award-winning faculty at a top-ranked university.
Live & Interactive
Live, real-time active learning sessions are held once a week to fit busy schedules. Use discussion boards, module presentations, and watch pre-recorded videos anytime.
Why Choose UF Online for Pharmaceutics and MIDD?
- No GRE required
- Flexible scheduling designed for working professionals
- Live, instructor‑led active learning sessions for hands‑on software experience
- Access to widely used modeling tools such as Phoenix, Monolix, Pumas, R, MATLAB, PK‑Sim, Simcyp, and GastroPlus
- Taught by internationally recognized researchers active in FDA submissions, industry collaborations, and cutting‑edge quantitative research
- Supportive advising for course planning, electives, and software access
- Opportunities to engage with UF faculty through supervised research study options