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Pharmacology and Drug Discovery MRes

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What will I learn?

Research overview

Your research degree is bespoke at the University of Nottingham, and allows you to choose your own area of interest to research, under the title of your choosing.

Our Pharmacology and Drug Discovery grouping is made up of the following available PhD and MRes courses:

Pharmacology

Clinical Chemistry

Cell Signalling

Molecular Pharmacology and Drug Discovery

Our supervisors in the school are at the forefront of research in their fields. Utilising industry standard facilities, along with cutting edge equipment, and the guidance of our supervisors, you will advance the area of life sciences that interests you.

Your degree and research area is bespoke to you, however, here are some examples of the research we already conduct within the Pharmacology and Drug Discovery fields:

Understanding the genetic basis of Alzheimer's disease

Molecular Pharmacology and Cell Biology of Cell Surface Receptors: molecular pharmacology, regulation and signalling of G-protein-coupled receptors and tyrosine kinase-linked receptors.

'Cross-Talk' Between Different Intracellular Pathways: synergistic interactions between G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs); interactions between GPCRs and tyrosine kinase receptors; cross-cascade signalling of proteins involved in gene transcription.

Single molecule analysis of ligand-receptor interactions using fluorescence correlation spectroscopy: research on the development of fluorescent ligands for GPCRs.

Use of bimolecular fluorescence complementation to investigate protein-protein interactions: investigation of receptor trafficking and receptor-effector interactions

You can find our about our specific research in the course content section.

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Which department am I in?

    School of Life Sciences

    Study options

    Full Time (1 year)

    Tuition fees
    £28,600.00 (US$ 36,935) per year
    This is a fixed fee

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

    Start date

    October 2025

    Venue

    Queen's Medical Centre

    Nottingham Education Centre,

    NOTTINGHAM,

    NG7 2HA, England

    Full Time (1 year)

    Tuition fees
    £28,600.00 (US$ 36,935) per year
    This is a fixed fee

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

    Start date

    October 2025

    Venue

    University Park Campus

    University of Nottingham,

    NOTTINGHAM,

    NG7 2RJ, England

    Entry requirements

    For international students

    Undergraduate degree of at least 2:1 or equivalent. Applicants currently studying Masters in the UK will be accepted with a minimum average of 60% (Merit) in taught elements, if they have a 2:1 or equivalent at undergraduate level. IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element) as a minimum Except all Virology programs, which requires IELTS 7.0 (no less than 6.5 in any element) as a minimum. TOEFL (IBT): 90 (minimum 19 in writing and listening, 20 in reading and 22 in speaking)

    *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
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    About University of Nottingham

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    • 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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