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MRes Drug Development at University of Bradford

University of Bradford, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Master by Research (MRes) is a one-year research-focused postgraduate programme delivered at the Institute of Cancer Therapeutics. The ICT is world-renowned for cancer research, training, and partnerships with industry. The MRes Drug Development will provide you with the opportunity to undertake a major research project in one of our research groups.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Social Care  |  Department: School of Pharmacy, Optometry and Medical Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (core): Cancer Pharmacology and Regulatory Toxicology, MRes Project Part 1, MRes Project Part 2. First year (optional): Molecular Mechanisms of Toxicity, Principles of Drug Discovery.

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Entry requirements

An undergraduate Honours qualification (minimum 2: 1) or equivalent in a scientific discipline, usually within chemistry, biology, pharmacy, biomedicine, or related fields. Candidates with a 2:2 or equivalent degree who can show relevant experience will also be considered. For North American students a GPA of normally 2.5 and above (on a scale of 4.0), or an equivalent, is required. A levels: Entry to this programme requires a pass at A level Chemistry OR having taken an undergraduate module in a relevant chemical subject. English language requirements: If your native language is not English, or the official language of your first degree is not English, you will need to pass a test in English approved by the University before you can be admitted. The International English Language Testing System test (IELTS) administered by the British Council is the test which is preferred by the University. You will need to achieve an overall score of at least 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each of the four sub-tests (speaking, listening, reading, writing). Testing facilities are available at most British Council overseas offices. When you take the test, you should ask for a copy of your Test Report Form to be sent to the University.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,189 for the whole programme (2027/28). period not specified Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 for the whole programme (2026/27). period not specified Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 1 year full-time

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