Toxicology is a branch of science that examines the impact of chemicals on human, animal, and environmental health. It’s a huge academic area that combines aspects of biology, chemistry, pharmacology, immunology, genetics, and more.
As a toxicology student, you’ll learn how to assess and evaluate the effects of medicines, poisons, and other biohazards on living organisms. As well as designing and performing laboratory tests, you’ll be challenged to present your findings and weigh up the risks of various drugs and pharmaceuticals.
The regulation and use of medication and toxic substances vary tremendously throughout the world. By studying abroad, you’ll encounter new developments and dilemmas in the field, transforming you into a more experienced toxicologist.
Toxicology program structure
- Mechanisms of toxicity
- Measuring toxic potential
- Preventative and regulatory toxicology
- Environmental and industrial toxicology
- Biochemical toxicology
Future toxicology careers
- Environmental toxicologist
- Medical toxicologist
- Forensic toxicologist
- Pharmaceutical salesperson
- Research associate
- Science teacher
- Laboratory process engineer
Quality control toxicologist