BA and Science - Pharmacology in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago

Pharmacology examines how drugs interact with living organisms, spanning from molecular mechanisms to clinical applications.
Toxicology investigates the adverse effects of chemical substances. Otago's toxicology program explores both environmental and human health impacts, with special attention to pharmaceuticals and their development.
These disciplines play a vital role in contemporary healthcare, driving innovations to address critical health challenges like cancer, diabetes, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular conditions. Pharmacology provides essential insights for biomedical research, while toxicology helps assess human-environment interactions in our evolving world.
Our alumni pursue diverse career paths in research, government agencies, policy-making, and consulting roles.
Key employers encompass the National Poisons Centre, MedSafe, Pharmac, the Ministry of Health, Crown Research Institutes, academic institutions, and drug manufacturers.
These subjects also serve as excellent foundations for students aiming for medical professions (such as Medicine or Pharmacy) or combining studies with Law, Business, or Education degrees.