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MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
Select a an exam type
Study alongside research-active experts, and gain detailed knowledge of pharmacology and biotechnology. You’ll consider the research, industrial, commercial and medical aspects of the discipline. Work in state-of-the-art facilities on exciting practical projects. Explore the fundamental principles of molecular pharmacology and biotechnology. Enhance your laboratory skills from experimental design through to interpretation of results. Learn how to synthesise new drugs, or produce them from genetically modified microorganism. Develop as an autonomous learner capable of reflecting on learning, knowledge and professional practices.This course has been designed to respond to the increasing need for professional pharmacologists and biotechnologists. You'll learn to translate laboratory medical research into clinical applications, and study topics such as diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of disease. Throughout, you'll learn to apply medical biotechnology, biopharmaceutics and drugs.
A 2:1 in a relevant Honours degree is normally accepted as the entry requirement for the course. Applicants with a 2:2 are also actively encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants with alternative qualifications with academic attainment or skills in subjects which are directly relevant to the course will also be considered.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,940 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)
£18,600 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£18,600 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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