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MSc - Master of Science
Sighthill Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
2 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
Sighthill Campus
Full Time
JAN-27
2 Years
MSc - Master of Science
Sighthill Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
2 Years
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This programme is primarily, but not exclusively, aimed at international students who have an interest in developing a career in the pharmaceutical sector. It is designed to equip you with versatile skills in the theoretical understanding, practical execution and critical evaluation of pharmaceutical science principles.You will develop expert critical and technical knowledge related to the development, analysis and production of medicines (pharmaceutics), the drug industry and regulatory affairs.You will gain insight to contemporary, integrated drug discovery strategies, study recent trends in chemical and biological therapeutics and evaluate the latest technologies used in the pharmaceutical industry.You will also study the interaction between drugs and the body (pharmacology) and explore key analytical and bioanalytical techniques used in therapeutic drug monitoring, with the opportunity for hands-on practical experience in a range of specialist instrumentation and techniques.
The entry requirement for Stage 1 of this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree with a background in subjects such as biomedical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmaceutical or medicinal chemistry, microbiology and/or biotechnology at a 2:2 or above. We may also consider other qualifications or experience which demonstrate through our recognition of prior learning process that you have appropriate knowledge and skills such as a degree-equivalent qualification in a relevant biomolecular discipline as per above, plus a minimum of two years relevant post-qualification work experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,050 per year
Students from Domestic
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£11,050 per year
Students from Other UK
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£11,050 per year
Students from England
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£11,050 per year
Students from Scotland
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£11,050 per year
Students from Wales
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£11,050 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£13,155 per year
Students from EU
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
£13,155 per year
Students from International
Accommodation - 179.20 per week
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