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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Part Time
Dec 2026
6 Year
Course overview In this course you become equipped with the skills necessary to contribute to a research portfolio encompassing clinical pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmaceutics and medicinal chemistry. Work amongst renowned researchers to produce original and distinctive globally leading research demanded by the expanding role of the pharmacist and pharmaceutical researcher. Course highlights Obtain high quality research training that will enable you to conduct independent investigative research. You can choose from a range of research areas within Pharmacy covering: Pharmacy Practice Pharmaceutics Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery Postgraduate Research degrees within the College of Medicine and Health are vital to making a meaningful contribution to world-leading developments, expansions and improvements to medical research. By studying this programme you’ll become part of the Graduate School within the College of Medicine and Health giving you access to: Supervision from leading academics to support you through your research programme including research techniques and training. Training and development courses to enable you to gain research and transferable training skills. Opportunities to attend and take part in Research Poster festivals and other postgraduate activities to boost your academic and networking skills. An allocated academic mentor so you can access pastoral support. State-of-the art facilities to support a range of teaching, learning and research activity with access to dedicated write up rooms, libraries, and computer facilities.
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