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Overview
During this Drug Discovery and Development programme from the University College London (UCL) you will gain extensive knowledge about the process of drug discovery and development from the initial drug target validation stage through to regulatory approval of a new drug.
You will gain hands-on experience of molecular modelling and computer-based drug design, and analytical and synthetic techniques and be exposed to modern platforms for drug discovery.
Students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits.
The programme consists of three compulsory modules (90 credits), two optional modules (30 credits) and a dissertation (60 credits).
Upon successful completion of 180 credits, you will be awarded a MSc in Drug Discovery and Development.
Careers
Graduates from the Drug Delivery and Development MSc have progressed to careers in academia or in the various aspects of the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO and consulting industries.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Modern Aspects of Drug Discovery
- The Process of Drug Discovery
- The Process of Drug Development
- Anticancer Personalised Medicines
- New Drug Targets in the CNS
- Pharmacogenics, Adverse Drug Reactions and Biomarkers
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- We recommend you apply as soon as possible. The programme may remain open if places are still available and will be closed as soon as it's full or by 30 June.
Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Pharmacology View 46 other Masters in Pharmacology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- A second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related subject such as pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, physiology, physical science, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, chemical engineering, genetics, material sciences, or a medical degree (MBBS), or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Tuition Fee
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International
32100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 32100 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
16500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16500 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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