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Industrial Pharmaceutical Studies, PGDip – (M.Sc.)
University of Greenwich
School of Science
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,566 - ≈ € 10,990 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Greenwich
MSc Pharmaceutical Science (MPS) was developed in response to the need for the development of enhanced expertise within the disciplines associated with pharmaceutical science, in an industrial context and in the health-care sector.
The MSc Industrial Pharmaceutical Studies (MIPS) programme aims to meet the specialised needs of students from the pharmaceutical industry, who are seeking to meet the knowledge requirements of the study guide for qualified person status.
This programme incorporates an in-depth, independent critical analysis of a pharmaceutical quality management system, or an area of pharmaceutical operations, at the candidate's place of work.
On completion of the MIPS programme, the successful candidate possesses a quality dossier that provides documentary evidence of the academic requirements for Qualified Person Status from at least 200 hours of work-based study.
The three-term project, which is laboratory based, completes the dissertation requirements for the MPS award.
Career options
Graduates from this programme can pursue careers in the NHS, the pharmaceutical industry or industries manufacturing other health care products. The Industrial Pharmaceutical Studies degree can lead to advanced responsibilities in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
Contents
Modules
* Pharmaceutical Analysis and Testing: Mathematics and Statistics
* Pharmaceutical Microbiology and an Introduction to Biotechnology
* Medicinal Chemistry and Therapeutics
* Pharmaceutical Product Development, Manufacture and Control
* The Quality Dossier
* Pharmaceutical Legislation (one-week intensive course)
* MSc Project with Professional Skills
Assessment
Students are assessed through examinations, coursework and a dissertation.
Attendance
1 year full-time (MPS only) 2-3 years part-time
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Applicants should have:
EITHER a BSc honours degree at 2ii or above (or equivalent level qualification in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacy or pharmaceutical science
OR substantial workplace experience.
* Students wishing to study the MIPS must be permanent employees in a UK pharmaceutical company before starting the programme.
Students educated in a language other than English should have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above or an equivalent rating in another language testing system. Alternatively, students can enter via the University of Greenwich International Pre-Masters' Programme.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
Accreditation
Many of our programmes are accredited by relevant professional bodies, and Schools are proud of their strong links with professions and industry. Such strong links with employers, plus research and investment in facilities ensure that our programmes reflect the needs of industry.
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