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PhD Medicinal Chemistry at Keele University

Keele University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Research in Medicinal Chemistry at Keele includes the design, synthesis, evaluation and use of biologically-active molecules with the potential for use as drugs in a clinical setting. Also included is the extraction, purification and characterisation of potential therapeutic agents from natural sources, particularly plants (a discipline often referred to as Pharmacognosy).

Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Usually an Honours degree with a first or 2:1 classification (or international equivalent); applicants should contact a relevant supervisor to discuss a research proposal before applying. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component.

Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

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