MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis with Management Studies at Kingston University

This MSc in Pharmaceutical Analysis provides you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the world of pharmaceutical analysis. From drug formulation, to quality control and regulatory affairs, you'll gain hands-on experience in industry-standard labs. Learn from experts shaping the future of healthcare.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education  |  Department: School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry  |  Duration: 1 year full time / 2 years part time / 2 years full time including professional placement  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional professional placement year)  |  Intake: January 2027, September 2027  |  Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will gain key skills in the specialised area of pharmaceutical analysis, including good measurement and scientific practice, evaluation interpretation of data, and other professional and organisational skills. In addition to studying core analytical techniques and their applications, you will be introduced to various pharmaceutical technologies, for example, formulations and topics such as clinical pharmacokinetics. Modules - core modules: Molecular and Atomic Spectroscopy, Pharmaceutical and Analytical Technology, Project, Separation Science, Statistics and Quality Systems. Management Studies pathway modules - core modules: Fundamentals of Business Management, Molecular and Atomic Spectroscopy, Pharmaceutical and Analytical Technology, Project, Separation Science.

Career pathways

Whether you aim to work in research, production or regulatory roles, the MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis will open doors to diverse, rewarding career paths. In addition to studying core analytical techniques and their applications, you’ll have the option to follow the Management Studies pathway.

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