BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our professionally accredited Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry BSc degree focuses on the key aspects of chemistry that are most relevant and sought after by the pharmaceutical industry. Medicinal chemistry is the discovery, design and synthesis of new clinical drugs and medicines. This exciting degree allows you to broaden your interests as you discover the subject.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our chemistry degrees share a common first year which explores the fundamentals of organic, inorganic, physical and biological chemistry. You'll explore concepts in medicinal chemistry including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, enzymes and drug design. Compulsory modules include: Chemical Laboratory Skills 1, Chemical Skills and Professionalism, Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry, Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry, Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry, General Chemistry, Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry, Sustainable Solutions, Chemical Laboratory Skills 2, Structural Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry.

Career pathways

Graduate roles and employers include: drug development; pharmacologist; data analyst; laboratory technician.

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Entry requirements

A levels: ABB including Chemistry. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required if not offered at a higher level. IB: 32 points including Higher Level Chemistry Grade 6. If not studying a full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level including Chemistry grade 6 and completion of a national high school diploma. Standard Level Mathematics required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. Scottish Highers: AABBB at Higher Grade including Chemistry. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at a higher level. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent including 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 32,600 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/f151/#how-to-apply

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