Study MSc - Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Advanced Research at University of Hertfordshire in the UK,
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MSc - Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Advanced Research

UK

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What will I learn?

This course gives you in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis of drug discovery with a particular emphasis on toxicology, the science behind the safety of drugs. We make full use of our geographical location at the heart of the UK pharmaceutical industry attracting numerous expert contributions from industry professionals (e.g. GSK, AZ). The course will cover all aspects of new medicine research and development from identifying novel targets through drug screening to clinical trials of candidate medicines. With our excellent facilities, emphasis on practical work, and teaching underpinned by the latest research, you'll be qualified for research and development positions in pharmaceutical companies including discovery biology and toxicology, as well as a wide range of other non-laboratory roles in industry.

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£20,950.00 (US$ 27,055) 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

College Lane - Campus

College Lane,

Hatfield,

Hertfordshire,

AL10 9AB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£20,950.00 (US$ 27,055) per year
This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

September 2026

Venue

College Lane - Campus

College Lane,

Hatfield,

Hertfordshire,

AL10 9AB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

The normal entry requirements for the programme are:; An Honours Degree in Biomedical and related sciences with a background in molecular biology, genetics and immunology with a final classification grade of a minimum 60 percent with evidence of having completed a research project and practical experience in a range of laboratory techniques relevant to the course; A professional qualification accepted as equivalent to the above; or; A qualification in veterinary science, medicine or dentistry; or; A first or second class Honours Degree in disciplines other than those described above but where the applicant, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, would benefit from, and succeed on, the programme; Students will be selected through interview.

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

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About University of Hertfordshire

Herts’s receipt of the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise (2024) evidences its outstanding global growth and strategic internationalisation.

  • Top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide, 2026)
  • 6 in the UK for facilities Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025
  • Over 300 career-oriented courses
  • Top 25 percent for student satisfaction nationally (NSS, 2025)

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