PharmD Electives

Elective courses provide you with an opportunity to enhance your knowledge, skills and professional attitude beyond that provided by the core curriculum. 

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Elective Policies

Review the elective policies for the number of elective credit hours required and the eligibility criteria for elective courses. Additional instructions include approval processes for external courses and restrictions on courses taken outside the PharmD program.  

This information pertains specifically to elective courses and does not refer to P4 APPE rotations.

See Elective Policies

Elective Options

Consult with your faculty advisor and peers for recommendations. Please note that elective availability and schedule may change. Not all courses are offered each year. The block schedules found on the Schedules and Registration webpage are the best guide for selecting relevant and available electives.

Before You Register
  • Elective availability may vary.
  • Some courses have prerequisites, restrictions or limited enrollment.
  • Some courses may not work with your required course schedule.
  • Seats may fill quickly, so register as soon as your enrollment appointment opens.
  • Check HUB for the most up-to-date schedule and seat availability. See Class Schedule.
  • Review the UB Catalog for course descriptions and prerequisites.
  • Consult your advisor if you are unsure which elective is right for you.
  • For registration assistance, email pharm-advise@buffalo.edu.
Fall Electives List
Spring & Summer Electives List
Independent Studies & Research Opportunities

See Also:

Course Schedules

Academic Advisement Report

The HUB Academic Advisement Report (AAR) is an advising tool that tracks progress toward graduation. Reports will be used to determine if students have met the requirements for graduation, including elective completion. AAR's are available via MyUB. See Academic Advisement report.

Questions?

Email pharm-advise@buffalo.edu.