Master of Science in Natural Products Science
Develop your skills and knowledge in the innovative and emerging field of natural products.
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Concordia University will not share your personal information. By submitting this form you agree to be contacted about Concordia's Education Offerings.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