Master of Science in Natural Products Science
Develop your skills and knowledge in the innovative and emerging field of natural products.
Become a trusted and skilled leader in the natural products industry
You will explore the pharmacology of and the development of products from natural sources to ensure they perform as expected for consumers. Become an advocate that will work to establish the safety and efficacy of naturally sourced products. From natural medicines, herbal supplements, and other naturally-derived products you will develop the expertise to further expand this emerging industry.
8-week manageable sessions
Select the medical cannabis or nutraceuticals concentration for this online masters
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Select the medical cannabis or nutraceuticals concentration and engage in specialized coursework to establish your expertise. Help ensure that nutraceuticals and medical cannabis meet government regulations and are safe for consumers. You will collaborate and learn from faculty that are experts in natural products drug discovery, microbiology, toxicology, and cannabinoid pharmacology.
Master four key learning outcomes that will develop and enhance your knowledge and skillset in either of the concentrations.
- Pharmacologic action and effect
- Treatment efficacy
- Product development
- Interdiscliplinary communication
"Natural products are all around and are a treasure box
that can be opened and explored."
Tzvia Springer, Concordia Assistant Professor, BS, PhD
Select the concentration that best fits your abilities, background and future career goals. Each concentration will benefit individuals working in healthcare, pharmacy, manufacturing, R&D, and business.
Medical Cannabis
Concentration-specific courses:
1. History of medical cannabis in the world
2. Cannabis science
3. Clinical efficacy of cannabis
4. Medical cannabis in the interprofessional setting
Nutraceuticals
Concentrations-specific courses:
1. Introduction into nutraceuticals
2. Discovery and development of nutraceuticals strategies
3. Nutraceutical industry
4. Nutraceutical market and regulation
Select the concentration that best fits your abilities, background and future career goals. Each concentration will benefit individuals working in healthcare, pharmacy, manufacturing, R&D, and business.
Medical Cannabis
Concentration-specific courses:
1. History of medical cannabis in the world
2. Cannabis science
3. Clinical efficacy of cannabis
4. Medical cannabis in the interprofessional setting
Nutraceuticals
Concentrations-specific courses:
1. Introduction into nutraceuticals
2. Discovery and development of nutraceuticals strategies
3. Nutraceutical industry
4. Nutraceutical market and regulation
- Online
Entrance requirements
- An awarded bachelor's degree from an accredited higher-education institution
- The Natural Products Science program has a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00. (Students below a 3.00 may still be reviewed for consideration.)
- A Bachelor of Science is required for acceptance into this program. An undergraduate degree, such as a Bachelor of Arts, will also be considered by admissions and the Program Director.
Admissions process for graduate school
- Application form available at j48z.bjlanjia.com/apply
- Select the Graduate option
- One page essay which should include the following:
- Reason for obtaining a graduate degree
- What are your career goals
- Why are you choosing to pursue your degree at Concordia University
- Current résumé of your education and employment experience
- Two letters of recommendation using this Recommendation Form
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education
Accepted into the program
- An official acceptance letter will be emailed to you that will include your Student ID number
- An email from your Admissions Counselor will be sent to you with Next-Step details
- Password information will be sent separately from the Information Technology office which will provide you access to Blackboard, your Concordia email account, and your student portal
- Academic Advising Appointment: Once admitted, you may schedule to meet with your Academic & Career Advisor who will review your degree plan, discuss orientation steps, the CUW student portal, and assist with registering for classes
Please note:
- Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE, are not required
- If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information
- Uncommon Scholarships: If you meet qualifications, please complete an application Uncommon Scholarship
This is for students seeking a certification, licensure, or an individual course.
- Please complete an application at j48z.bjlanjia.com/apply
- Select the Non-Degree option
- Non-degree applicants only need to submit an application to begin their admission review. Academic transcripts may be requested from admissions to complete our review.
Graduate Admission Office at graduate.admission@cuw.edu or 262-243-4300.