Study Drug Discovery MSc at University of Nottingham in the UK, School of Pharmacy
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Drug Discovery MSc

UK

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What will I learn?

Course overviewLearn how to identify and develop targeted treatments for some of the world’s most challenging diseases. You will learn about key aspects of the drug discovery journey. This will cover target identification, through drug synthesis and biological evaluation, all the way to considering intellectual property and clinical treatment. You will then complete an individual research project with a dedicated supervisor supporting your work, alongside researchers who are transforming lives and improving societies.Accredited by the RSCThis course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.This represents a mark of quality for prospective students and for future employers. When you choose an RSC accredited chemistry programme, you can be confident that you are getting a high-quality education, providing the knowledge and key skills you need for a successful future.Excellence in Teaching and Student SupportMembers of our course team have won awards for excellence in teaching and student support. Our small group learning environment can help you settle in quickly and form a lasting network of connections.

Which department am I in?

School of Pharmacy

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£33,800.00 (US$ 43,650) 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

University Park - Campus

University Park Campus,

Nottingham,

Nottinghamshire,

NG7 2RD, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£34,800.00 (US$ 44,942) per year
This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University Park - Campus

University Park Campus,

Nottingham,

Nottinghamshire,

NG7 2RD, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

2:1 related to biology or chemistry including (but not restricted to) pharmacy, pharmacology, biochemistry, genetics, life sciences, natural sciences, biomedical sciences.

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

Pathways options

Offered by other partners

This university accepts pathways courses from
  • University of Nottingham International College - Kaplan UK
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About University of Nottingham

Students can discover a world of extraordinary learning, pioneering research and life-changing experiences at Nottingham, a leading global university.

  • Top 20 UK University (QS World University Rankings 2025)
  • Top 50 globally for Education (QS Subject 2025)
  • Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework
  • Outstanding careers support and opportunities

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