Overview
The Pharmacology and Toxicology programme at the University of Liverpool is led by internationally recognised experts in the field of pharmacology, toxicology, and biocompatibility from both non-clinical and clinical departments.
In practice, you will be provided with in-depth teaching on the processes underlying these areas, as well as the clinical and regulatory processes aligned to them. You will utilise real-world case studies of therapeutics under development by experts involved in these research areas prior to you joining one of these teams for the implementation of your final research project.
You will gain in-depth scientific knowledge and will receive training for research that can be applied to academic, commercial and healthcare settings. In addition, you will learn digital, programming and informatic skills that are of increasing importance for research and many employers.
What you'll learn
- Advanced research skills in pharmacology and toxicology, including digital fluency through informatics and programming skills
- Experimental medicine and clinical pharmacology
- Early phase clinical trial periods, encompassing phase I and II of the drug development pipeline
- Core and novel aspects of toxicology in the context of the development of new medicines
- Key advances in novel drug delivery systems
- The emergence of advanced therapeutics, enabled by significant progress in biomedical science and technology.
Careers and employability
- Commercial sectors such as the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and agriculture industries will be possible employers of graduates, especially with the anticipated increases in the development of new therapeutics, to meet emerging infectious diseases.
- In the public sector, researchers are in demand in research institutes, government departments, the Health Service, forensic science and the Environment Agency.
- For those committed to a career as a research scientist, this programme will qualify you to be able to take up PhD studies, research posts in academia or in industry or management posts in clinical trial units.
- Commercial sectors such as the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and agriculture industries will be possible employers of graduates, especially with the anticipated increases in the development of new therapeutics to meet emerging infectious diseases.
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Courses include:
- Informatics for Life Sciences
- Biological Data Skills
- Experimental Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology
- Computational Biology
- Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Vaccines
- Proteomics Metabolomics and Data Analysis
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Applicants are encouraged to apply in good time, particularly if you require visas or have special requirements.
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Toxicology Pharmacology View 69 other Masters in Pharmacology in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in a Biological Sciences subject or equivalent. Candidates must have a scientific background acceptable to the Programme Director.
- If you hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, but don’t meet our entry requirements, a Pre-Master’s can help you gain a place. This specialist preparation course for postgraduate study is offered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College, in partnership with Kaplan International Pathways. Although there’s no direct Pre-Master’s route to this MSc, completing a Pre-Master’s pathway can guarantee you a place on many other postgraduate courses at The University of Liverpool.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents29100 GBP / year≈ 29100 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents14100 GBP / year≈ 14100 GBP / year
Additional Details
UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland)
- Part-time place, per year - £7,050
- Part-time place, per year - £14,550
Living costs
Liverpool
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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