General Information

Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology Master's Program was established in 2023 within the Institute of Medical Sciences and started its education and training in February 2024 with 2 (two) graduate students. There are 2 (two) professors and 1 (one) assistant professor in the Department. Pharmacology and toxicology is one of the important disciplines in veterinary medicine education. It deals with the drugs used in this field, the toxic substances that animals are exposed to, and the possible effects of these drugs and substances on humans through food-producing animals. The faculty members and graduate students in the Department are conducting scientific research and producing qualified publications in the fields of pharmacology and toxicology, including molecular pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, analytical toxicology, environmental toxicology, efficacy and safety studies of drug candidates, nano-drugs and nano-drug delivery systems.

Length of Programme & Number of Credits

2 Year - 120 ECTS

Feature & Definition

The program covers the following topics in the field of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology: Basic concepts in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamic properties of drugs used in veterinary medicine, effects of drugs, drug interactions, and their effects on organs and systems, toxic substances that animals are exposed to, possible effects of these drugs and substances on humans through food-producing animals. The program also aims to teach the research areas of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology and the methods and techniques used in research, both theoretically and practically, to provide students with the skills to apply scientific research methods in this field.

Mode of Study

Full Time

Head of Department

Prof. Dr. PETEK PİNER BENLİ

ECTS / Course Catalog Coordinator

Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan YAVUZ

Erasmus Coordinator

Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan YAVUZ

Internship Coordinator

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ZEYNEP ÖZDEMİR KÜTAHYA

Orientation Staff

Prof. Dr. PETEK PİNER BENLİ

Goals

The master's program aims to train researchers, academics, and qualified professionals with postgraduate knowledge in Pharmacology and Toxicology who will serve the country's animal husbandry, public health, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Objectives

Graduates of the Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology Master's Program can explain the sources, effects, and mechanisms of action of drugs and poisons in animals, explain and apply the methods for the analysis of drugs and poisons from different matrices, prepare various drug formulations in the laboratory, work as an expert or consultant in their field in public and private institutions and organizations, organize scientific and social responsibility projects related to human, animal, and environmental health and take part in such projects.

Specific Admission Requirements

Candidates from different departments who have completed their undergraduate education in the Faculties of Veterinary Medicine, Medicine, Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology and Genetics, and Biochemistry can apply to the Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology Master's Program. Candidates applying to the Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology Master's Program must have the qualifications specified in the current "Cukurova University Graduate Education Regulations".

Qualification Awarded

Master of Science (MSc) degree in Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology

Level of Qualification

Master's

Qualification Requirements of Graduation

To graduate from this program, it is necessary to successfully complete the program's compulsory and elective courses per the Çukurova University Postgraduate Education and Examination Regulations.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates who successfully complete the master's program in this program can pursue doctoral programs in related fields, provided that they meet the conditions specified in the relevant legislation of the Council of Higher Education and the relevant university and institute.

Internship

Internship program is not required for graduation from the program.

Applied Course

This program includes practical courses and is carried out in accordance with the course information packages.

Work Placement

Work-based learning (internship) is not required for graduation from the program.

Double Major, Additional Major & Exchange Possibilities

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology Thesis Master's Program will be able to work in the following areas: Research and development laboratories of universities and pharmaceutical companies; central, provincial, and district organizations of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry; research institutes; institutions affiliated with the Ministry of Health, municipalities, public and private organizations operating in the sector.