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Overview
The Master of Science in Medicinal Chemistry program, offered by the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Northeastern University, develops students' knowledge in the design, synthesis and the mechanisms of action of novel biologically active compounds using modern biochemical, biophysical, and pharmacological approaches.
The core curriculum focuses on a combination of synthetic organic chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and pharmacology courses. Through in-depth elective courses, the program offers students the opportunity to develop medicinal chemistry expertise that can be applied to a practice-oriented career in the pharmaceutical industry. Graduates of the program will also be well prepared to enter related PhD programs at the University.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the Medicinal Chemistry program often work in chemistry labs synthesizing new chemical matter as potential drugs. Some graduates from the department have established careers as independent:
- Industry scientists and administrators (big-pharma, biotech)
- Clinical laboratory staff
- Academic biomedical researchers
- Science teaching faculty
- Medical liaison specialists
- Pharmaceutical product representatives
- Medical writers
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Concepts in Pharmaceutical Science
- Research Skills and Ethics
- Ethical Problems in Health Sciences Research
- Organic Synthesis
- Principles of Spectroscopy of Organic Compounds
- Bioorganic Chemistry
- Principles of Drug Design
- The Chemistry and Biology of Drugs of Abuse
- Behavioral Pharmacology and Drug Discovery
- Biophysical Methods in Drug Discovery
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 7
Credits
34 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Chemistry Pharmacy Health Sciences View 1829 other Masters in Health Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application
- Application fee
- Three letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from all institutions attended
- Personal statement
- Resumé
- Official GRE scores
- TOEFL or IELTS for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English
- General chemistry
- Organic chemistry
- Biochemistry or cell/molecular biology
Tuition Fee
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International
27800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 55600 USD for the full programme during 24 months. -
National
27800 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 55600 USD for the full programme during 24 months.
Living costs for Boston
1560 - 3239 USD /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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