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Tuition fee
20000 GBP / year
11000 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
20000 GBP / year
11000 GBP / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
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Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Pharmaceutical Science and Drug Delivery Systems from London Metropolitan University course, you’ll learn about the methods used to develop the drug delivery systems that are deployed to specifically targeted areas of the body with minimal side effects. 

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Overview

Pharmaceutical Science and Drug Delivery Systems from London Metropolitan University  has been designed to develop your understanding of how drug delivery systems are constructed for specific deployment and controlled release of therapeutic agents. If you're a science graduate with a desire to work in this field, then this course will help you develop the knowledge and skills you'll need.

Key facts

A flexible modular course, this master's course is designed to promote your personal and professional development. You can choose to start in the autumn or spring and follow either a part-time or full-time study route, allowing you to fit study around your personal and working life. Learning support will be delivered through lectures, tutorials, seminars and practical workshops.

All modules are taught by experts in their field and are supported by our online web-based learning environment accessible from outside the University at any time of day or night.

You'll study five core taught modules and then have a choice of one optional module, from the list of taught MSc modules offered by the subject group, over two semesters. You’ll then carry out an independent research project under the guidance of an experienced academic supervisor during the summer term.

If you’re already be working for a pharmaceutical company and have ambitions to acquire greater knowledge of the field, then this course will greatly contribute to your career advancement and continuing professional development (CPD).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Advanced Laboratory Techniques and Statistical Analysis
  • Drug Delivery Systems
  • Drug Discovery Technology
  • Industrial Pharmaceutical Technology and Controls
  • Pharmaceutical Analysis
  • Research Project for Pharmaceutical Science

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

Students are advised to apply as early as possible as applications will only be considered if there are places available on the course.

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
105
TOEFL® IBT
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
70
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • London, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

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105
TOEFL® IBT
OR
4.5
PTE Academic
70
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will be required to have

  • a lower second (2.2) UK first degree in an appropriate subject (pharmaceutical science, chemistry or related)

Applications from graduates in related subjects such as pharmacology and biochemistry will be considered on an individual basis. Equivalent overseas qualifications will also be accepted.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    20000 GBP / year
    20000 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    11000 GBP / year
    11000 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK part-time tuition fees: £1,225 per 20 credit module

Overseas part-time tuition fees: £2,225 per 20 credit module

Living costs

London

United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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