MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology
University of Hertfordshire
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About the courseThis course gives you in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis of drug discovery with a particular emphasis on toxicology, the science behind the safety of drugs. We make full use of our geographical location at the heart of the UK pharmaceutical industry attracting numerous expert contributions from industry professionals (e.g. GSK, AZ).The course will cover all aspects of new medicine research and development from identifying novel targets through drug screening to clinical ...Read more

About the course

This course gives you in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis of drug discovery with a particular emphasis on toxicology, the science behind the safety of drugs. We make full use of our geographical location at the heart of the UK pharmaceutical industry attracting numerous expert contributions from industry professionals (e.g. GSK, AZ).

The course will cover all aspects of new medicine research and development from identifying novel targets through drug screening to clinical trials of candidate medicines. With our excellent facilities, emphasis on practical work, and teaching underpinned by the latest research, you'll be qualified for research and development positions in pharmaceutical companies including discovery biology and toxicology, as well as a wide range of other non-laboratory roles in industry.

Alternatively, consider taking our other MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology routes:

  • MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Advanced Research
  • MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Placement Year
  • Professional Accreditations

    Subject to validation, this course will be accredited by the Royal Society for Biology Accreditation.

    WUSCA ranking:
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    46/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
    CUG Subject Ranking
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    35th
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
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    84th
    What students say
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    Farhana Yesmin
    21 Sep 24

    My best experience would be the environment, everyone is super friendly and supportive. The university area has a nice and calming vibe and nature friendly. I love greenery. The..Read more

    Modules

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    Entry requirements

    The normal entry requirements for the programme are: A first or second class Honours Degree in Biosciences or Biological Chemistry with a final classification grade of a minimum 55%; or A professional qualification accepted as equivalent to the above; or A qualification in veterinary science, medicine or dentistry; or A first or second class Honours Degree in disciplines other than those described above but where the applicant, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, would benefit from, and succeed on, the programme.

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    £17,250 per year

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    £17,250 per year

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    Farhana Yesmin
    21 Sep 24
    MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology
    My best experience would be the environment, everyone is super friendly and supportive. The university area has a nice and calming vibe and nature friendly. I love greenery. The...
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    University of Hertfordshire
    University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

    The University of Hertfordshire offers a huge variety of postgraduate courses across 19 subject areas, from creative arts to...

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    Building, College Lane Hertfordshire Hatfield AL10 9AB United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Hatfield   0.9 miles away

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