MSci Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery at University of Birmingham

Take a leading role in solving complex problems in healthcare and medicine with MSci Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery. Master all aspects of medicinal chemistry and unlock endless career possibilities in the pharmaceutical sector and beyond. Take the first step in your pharmaceutical career.

Department: Chemistry  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated masters)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each year contains 120 credits of taught material, delivered in modules that are typically worth 20 credits. Core modules covering the fundamentals of analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry are complemented by maths, data analysis, laboratory /project and options modules. Modules include Discover: Themes in Chemistry, General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry I, Physical Chemistry I, Practical Chemistry I, Challenge: Chemistry Options.

Career pathways

Whether you choose to follow a scientific path as a professional chemist or move into an area unrelated to chemistry, MSci Chemistry with Medical Chemistry and Drug Discovery will help you develop advanced technical and transferable skills prized by employers and in postgraduate education.

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