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MSc - Master of Science
University of Bath - Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Bath - Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
University of Bath - Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
Select a an exam type
Develop expertise and specialist practical skills in drug discovery science, from target identification through to getting a drug to market.Developed in consultation with industry experts, this course is aimed at students with a background in chemistry, biosciences, pharmacy or pharmacology who are looking to move into the exciting field of drug development.You will become familiar with a range of concepts and research techniques in drug discovery including target identification and validation, screening platforms, optimisation of small molecule drugs and biotherapeutics, and the importance of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.Depending on your undergraduate degree, you will also follow either a biology or chemistry training track alongside your drug discovery studies. This will enable you to gain a strong background in both disciplines, strengthening your subject-related and practical skills appropriate to your career aspirations.
You should have a first or strong second-class Bachelors honours degree or international equivalent.
To apply for this course, you must have an undergraduate degree in a chemistry (or chemistry-related subject, such as organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, medicinal chemistry), biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, drug discovery or biomedical sciences.
Students living in
Domestic
£14,200 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£33,200 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£33,200 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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