Are you interested in how medications are made? Do you have a love for biology or chemistry? Curious about pharmacy or medical careers? Then, the Harrison College of Pharmacy’s Drug and Biopharmaceutical Sciences (DBPS) major gives you the knowledge, lab experience, and career pathways to explore all of those possibilities, all while keeping your future wide open.
DBPS is designed for students who want a hands-on science major that leads to real opportunities in pharmacy, medicine, biotech, research, and more.
DBPS students don’t just study science — they practice it. You will get hands-on experience in labs and research that show you how medications and drug therapies move from an idea to something that helps real patients. Students learn in-demand skills such as:
This makes you stand out for internships, jobs, and graduate or professional programs.
For students who would like to attend the Harrison College of Pharmacy's Doctor of Pharmacy program, the DBPS program offers two accelerated options designed especially for future pharmacists. These pathways help you reach the PharmD program sooner while earning strong preparation along the way.
Students complete the first two years of the DBPS curriculum and have all the required coursework to apply to Auburn’s PharmD program.
This is the quickest way to start pharmacy school and begin your journey to becoming a pharmacist.
Students complete the first three years of the DBPS curriculum and have all the required coursework to apply to Auburn’s PharmD program with the benefit of earning your DBPS bachelor's degree while completing the PharmD program.
This pathway gives you the best of both worlds — a bachelor’s degree and an accelerated timeline into pharmacy school.
The DBPS program opens doors to a wide range of career and graduate pathways. Graduates have the opportunity to make an impact through paths that include:
Want to learn more about the types of careers available? Check out this great student-friendly resource: PharmacyForMe.org: Careers in Pharmacy.
This site gives high school students a clear, fun look at all the exciting paths within the pharmacy profession — from clinical care to research to industry.
To speak with someone in more detail about Auburn University, Harrison College of Pharmacy, or any of its programs, please contact HCOP Office of Admissions. They can be reached by email at apply_HCOP@auburn.edu and by phone at 334-844-8400.
Ready to apply? Visit Auburn University Undergraduate Admissions to start your application.