Study Drug Discovery and Development MSc at University of Aberdeen in the UK, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
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Drug Discovery and Development MSc

UK

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What will I learn?

Develop your knowledge and understanding of how drugs and medicines are made and used safely with this MSc programme delivered by Scotland's leading pharmacology researchers and bio-entrepreneurs.The University of Aberdeen has developed an enviable reputation in pharmacology and drug metabolism since the discipline was founded over 50 years ago.The main areas covered in the MSc are:drug metabolism and toxicologysmall molecule drug discoverybiologic drug discoveryIn addition to these topics you will also learn about research methods which are key to understanding modern drug discovery and development. Uniquely, this programme will also teach you about Bio-Business which describes the commercialisation of scientific ideas, demystifies the language of business and explains the business models used by the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.This MSc is suitable for graduates in biomedical science, pharmacy and medicine who want to improve their career prospects, widen their knowledge base and are interested in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Which department am I in?

School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£26,250.00 (US$ 33,900) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected August 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Foresterhill Campus

Foresterhill,

Aberdeen,

AB25 2ZD, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£26,250.00 (US$ 33,900) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Foresterhill Campus

Foresterhill,

Aberdeen,

AB25 2ZD, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants will usually require a second class Honours degree (2:2) or equivalent in a biomedical science subject such as biochemistry, biomedical science, pharmacology or a degree in medicine or pharmacy.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Aberdeen

The University of Aberdeen is ranked in the top 20 universities in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2026.

  • Excellent graduate outcomes and employment prospects
  • Fifth oldest university in the UK
  • Study abroad opportunities
  • Olympic-standard Aberdeen Sports Village and Aquatic Centre

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