Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

From here, go anywhere.

A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from the University of Toronto's Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy opens the door to diverse and rewarding health-focused careers. Consistently ranked as the top faculty of pharmacy in Canada and one of the top five in the world, we offer a vibrant community of world-leading professionals and researchers and endless opportunities for growth.

Unlike any other faculty of pharmacy, we sit at the heart of Toronto's Discovery District, a nexus of scientific innovation and entrepreneurial creativity. As part of this unique health and research ecosystem, we partner with nine fully affiliated teaching hospitals, most within a short walking distance from our building.

Career Opportunities in Pharmacy:

Pharmacists are medication experts who support their patients' health and wellness. As trusted healthcare professionals, pharmacists occupy a special place in the community and in the broader healthcare system. Today pharmacists leverage their skills in a wide variety of roles and settings including:

Hospital Pharmacy
Community Pharmacy
Primary Care
Long-term Care
Pharmaceutical Industry
Health-focused Startup Companies
Education and Teaching
Canadian Armed Forces

Program Overview:

Students in the four-year PharmD program build skills through a combination of coursework, laboratory instruction, hands-on learning and experiential rotations in community, hospital, and other settings. Interprofessional education is also woven throughout our curriculum, offering unique opportunities for our students to learn alongside students from the six related health sciences faculty at University of Toronto. These include dentistry, medicine, public health, nursing, social work, and kinesiology & physical education.

Experiential learning

Our students participate in over 40 weeks of hands-on experiential learning at a variety of practice sites. Experiential learning is led by the Office of Experiential Education.

How to Apply

To be considered for the PharmD program, candidates must complete several admissions requirements. Learn more about the admissions and application process in the Admissions Overview section of our website.

Awards & Financial Assistance

Our students have access to awards in the form of scholarships or bursaries that address financial need or recognize a range of achievements including academic excellence, leadership, and extracurricular involvement.

Student Life

Our PharmD program is both challenging and rewarding. Participating in student life activities is a great way to meet new friends, stay active, and maintain a healthy balance that will help you get the most out of your degree.