Study Medicinal Chemistry with Pharmacology with a Year Abroad - MChem (Hons) at University of Liverpool in the UK, University of Liverpool

Medicinal Chemistry with Pharmacology with a Year Abroad - MChem (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

Chemistry graduates are at the heart of science, underpinning some of the world’s most dynamic and exciting industries. This Medicinal Chemistry degree makes an ideal foundation for a wide range of career pathways or further study. Our BSc programmes offer flexibility to choose optional modules from outside Chemistry. On this course 25% of your time will be allocated to studying pharmacology and biomedical sciences.This programme will give you a solid grounding in all aspects of chemistry combined with an introduction to pharmacology, making it ideal for a wide range of career pathways, or further postgraduate training after your degree.The first two years of this programme are identical to the MChem Chemistry with Pharmacology (F1BF) programme. Students take designated modules in biomedical and biological sciences and medicinal chemistry. You will progress rapidly during the first two years, studying a mix of theory and practical modules to give you a solid grounding in the subject.Since students enter the Department with a wide range of experience in mathematics (which is essential for studying chemistry to a high level) we provide a flexible tiered maths for chemistry course allowing you to develop your skills at your own pace.In year three, you only take organic and practical sections of the BSc Chemistry (F100) programme and take designated pharmacology modules that aim to help you apply your knowledge of chemistry and pharmacology to pharmaceutical problems, with particular reference to drug design and development.You will also spend a year on industrial placement acquiring experience and awareness of practical chemistry and industrial environments.If you decide during the first 18 months that you want to aim for a research career in chemistry, then you can transfer to the MChem Chemistry with Pharmacology (F1BF) or MChem Chemistry (F102) programmes provided you have obtained an average mark at the 2:1 level or above (60%).

Which department am I in?

University of Liverpool

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
£32,000.00 (US$ 41,326) 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

Main Site

The Foundation Building,

Brownlow Hill,

Liverpool,

L69 7ZX, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
£32,000.00 (US$ 41,326) per year
This is a fixed fee

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

Application deadline

Expected January 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

The Foundation Building,

Brownlow Hill,

Liverpool,

L69 7ZX, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A levels

ABB

including two science A levels, Chemistry and a second science. Acceptable second sciences are: Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Computer Science and Economics.

Applicants with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) are eligible for a reduction in grade requirements. For this course, the offer is BBB with A in the EPQ.

T levels

T levels considered in a relevant subject and specialism. Additional test required.

Applicants should contact us by completing the enquiry form on our website to discuss specific requirements in the core components and the occupational specialism.

GCSE

4/C in English and 4/C in Mathematics

Subject requirements

Where Chemistry is the only science A level offered, an offer may be made at AAB including an A in Chemistry.

For applicants studying A levels with English exam boards: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology, Geology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma

D*DD in relevant diploma. Students will be invited to take an assessment.

Applicants must be completing the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science and be studying the following optional modules:

• Applications of Inorganic Chemistry

• Applications of Organic Chemistry

• Practical Chemical Analysis.

For previous BTEC (QCF) qualification:

The Applied Science pathway is acceptable and the following optional modules must be studied:

• Chemical Periodicity and its Applications

• Industrial Applications of Organic Chemistry and/or Industrial Chemical Reactions

• Mathematical Calculations for Science and/or Using Statistics in Science

• Chemical Laboratory Techniques and/or Chemistry for Biology Technicians.

International Baccalaureate

33 points including 6 points from Chemistry at higher level and 5 points from one other science at higher level.

Irish Leaving Certificate H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 (including Chemistry and one other Science)

Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher

Not accepted without Advanced Highers.

Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Accepted at grade B, including 2 science A levels at grades AB including Chemistry.

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

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