Pharmacology and Drug Discovery MSc with professional placement

This course is designed for you if you aspire to tackle real-world problems in academia or the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries — whether by developing new drugs and therapies, commercialising drug products or working in technical sales. A well-rounded focus – this multidisciplinary degree focuses on the growing field of translational medicine, preparing you to apply scientific knowledge to experimental study design, data analysis, and regulatory processes in drug development and disease treatment. Pharmacology expertise – gain contemporary theoretical knowledge and practical skills in pharmacology and drug discovery, covering content such as biotechnical innovations alongside classical clinical trial design and health-outcomes research. Applied research skills – through hands-on experience, apply your scientific knowledge to experimental study design, management and data analysis, while also developing an understanding of legislation and other regulatory procedures related to disease treatment. Core scientific foundations – core subject areas include cell and molecular biology, pharmacogenetics, protein biology, pharmacology, bioinformatics, numeracy, statistics, computing and a range of practical laboratory techniques. Why you should study this course Data analytics certification – the course integrates the International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) module Data Analytics. You will be awarded an ICDL certificate and electronic badge on successful completion of the course. This module aims to develop your data analysis skills including statistical analysis, summarisation, visualisation and develop proficiency in big data analysis. Research-active teaching – learn from an academic team with extensive experience of laboratory research in pharmacology, physiology and molecular biology, as well as from experts at our Centre for Health and Life Sciences. (Staff are subject to change.) Extensive laboratory training – focus on developing your laboratory and scientific skills. Laboratory sessions form a substantial component of the learning experience, enabling you to learn key experimental techniques and develop essential experimental, data handling and reporting skills required in pharmacology and related careers.

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a biological or medical-related discipline.