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MSc - Master of Science
City Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
City Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
City Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
Select a an exam type
This new MSc is designed to train graduates to fulfil the increased worldwide demand for experts in the development of natural medicine. Enrol on this research-led course specialising in the discovery, formulation and analysis of natural medicines Gain an in-depth understanding of the stepwise approach for the discovery of drugs from natural sources, semi-synthesis and/or total synthesis of their analogues and the formulation and quality control of natural medicines used for the treatment and management of diseases Use state-of-the-art equipment Explore the latest developments in the field with student-led sessions, seminars and workshops Prepare for competitive jobs in pharmaceutical, chemical, food and cosmetic companies Provides hands-on experience in the effects and formulation of natural ingredients for the wellness industry (supplements and cosmetics) The Natural Products Discovery MSc focuses on the extraction, isolation and identification of natural products for use in modern medicines, nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals. One of just a handful of courses of this type in the world, this masters is taught by leading experts in the field. This is a very practical based programme and you will have access to state-of-the-art instruments including: 300 and 600 MHz NMR, UV, IR, HPLC, UPLC, GC-MS and LC-MS, X-Ray crystallography, analytical and preparative HPLCs with various detectors, microscopy suits and several in vitro and ex vivo bioassay facilities.
You will need a minimum 2:2 honours degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, chemistry or a related field.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,705 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)
£18,250 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£18,250 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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