Pharmaceutical Science – (M.Sc.)

If you would like to build a critical and technical knowledge related to the development, analysis and production of medicines, the drug industry and regulatory affairs, this course is ideal. It is of particular value if you are keen to enter employment in areas such as marketing, sales, production, public relations, regulatory affairs, process development, medical statistics and clinical trial organisations.

Your research project may be conducted in industry or in collaboration with other laboratories, enabling you to gain real-world experience. If you are unable to commit to the full masters programme, intermediate qualifications (PgCert/PgDip) are available.

What will you study?

You will have the scope to study and explore recent trends in chemical, biological and biotechnological therapeutics and take a look at the latest technologies used in the pharmaceutical industry. You will gain an understanding of the processes used in clinical trials and in the development, manufacturing and regulation of medicines. You will also develop your computing and statistical skills.

In addition, emphasis is placed on key skills such as data collection, communication skills, time management, organisational skills and review and synopsis. To put your studies into context, you may be offered a placement within industry or the University's laboratories where you will carry out your independent research project. The Research Methods and Skills module helps prepare you for your project.