MSc (Research) Molecular Pharmacology at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

Research focuses on the structure and function of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and the signalling pathways important for physiological and pathophysiological responses, using pharmacological analysis, cell signalling, drug discovery and transgenic and disease mouse models.

Faculty: College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

MSc by research: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Individual research project tailored around the expertise of principal investigators, covering training in molecular pharmacology, cell signalling and drug discovery.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Usually a 2.1 honours degree with a significant component in Life Science, Biomedical Science or Physical Science. Required documents: academic transcripts and degree certificates, CV, MVLS cover letter, two references. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no subtest below 6.5 (other accepted tests include TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic (test centre) and Cambridge C1/C2).

International applicants: GBP 33,708 a year (2027/28). 2027/28 full-time annual tuition (international and EU). UK fee for 2027/28 to be confirmed (2026/27 UK fee was GBP 5,238). Part-time study is charged at half the full-time annual fee. Excludes possible bench fees (research support costs) set in the offer Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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