Pharmacology and Drug Discovery MSc at Coventry University

Explore the core principles of translational pharmacology, from drug target identification to clinical treatment evaluation. This course is designed for you if you aspire to tackle real-world problems in academia or the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries — whether by developing new drugs and therapies, commercialising drug products or working in technical sales. A well-rounded focus – this multidisciplinary degree focuses on the growing field of translational medicine, preparing you to apply scientific knowledge to experimental study design, data analysis, and regulatory processes in drug development and disease treatment.

Faculty: Biomedical and Biological Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; Up to 2 years full-time with professional placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Theoretical Principles for Laboratory Scientists, Laboratory and Data Analysis Skills, Pharmacological Research Techniques, Contemporary Topics in Pharmacology and Drug Discovery, Research Project.

Career pathways

Develop in-depth knowledge of drug action, molecular mechanisms and disease processes, supported by extensive laboratory training that builds essential experimental and data analysis skills. Drug discovery scientist (pharmaceutical or biotech industry).

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