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Is following a major in pharmaceutical studies worthwhile?
Is following a pharmaceutical career worthwhile?
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Inge’s Answer
What do you want to do with the degree? Pharmacist is a great profession. Very difficult studies. Medications and their effects on the body are complicated. It’s best to find a profession that you are interested in and see what it takes to bet there.
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David’s Answer
Pharmaceutical degrees and majors are indeed valuable and adaptable, but it's essential to delve deeper into the specifics of pharmaceutical "studies." This is because most degrees outside of pharmacy are classified as pharmaceutical "science." Be certain that you're not inadvertently enrolling in a pre-pharmacy or pre-PharmD program unless that's your intended path. If not, rest assured that degrees in pharmaceutical fields can open doors to exciting industry careers, prepare you for graduate school, or set you on the path to becoming a future healthcare provider. It's a promising field with diverse opportunities!
Confirm that the program is called pharmaceutical "studies" and determine if it is a pre-pharmacy program
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Douglas’s Answer
Absolutely, choosing to major in pharmaceutical studies is a fantastic decision! The industry is expanding and with our ever-growing population, there's always a need for fresh, innovative ideas. There are countless patients out there with diseases that require treatments that are not only effective, but also safe - that's where the thrill of discovery comes into play! Sometimes, there might be treatments already available, but they might not be the best. They could need enhancements in terms of dosage, cost, tolerance, effectiveness, or safety. Here's to a bright and successful journey on your chosen career path!
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Tamara’s Answer
Do you want to pursue a career where you develop pharmaceuticals in a lab? Or you market pharmaceuticals to medical professionals? Or do you want to be someone in the pharmacy that checks or fills the medications for patients? All of these are careers in the pharmaceutical industry. You could try becoming a pharmacy technician first (doesn’t require a degree just a national certification) before you decide?
Best of luck!
Best of luck!
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Amalya’s Answer
Any major is worthwhile if it matches your academic and professional interests. If you really imagine yourself studying and working in that field, follow the career path.
Anyway, your chosen field is related to medicine which means it's challenging and psychologically demanding. But every job in this world has its advantages and disadvantages.
All the best
Anyway, your chosen field is related to medicine which means it's challenging and psychologically demanding. But every job in this world has its advantages and disadvantages.
All the best