MSc Advanced Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A master's taught within the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences, underpinned by research in cardiovascular pharmacology, neuropharmacology, immunopharmacology and toxicology, and bench-to-bedside topics from target validation to novel therapeutics.

What you will study

Compulsory and optional classes plus a research project, with two semesters of postgraduate laboratories, optional classes in in vivo biology or drug discovery, a compulsory Pharmacology class followed by a choice of Clinical or Applied Pharmacology, and a summer research project, building skills in statistics, communication, ethics and data analysis.

Career pathways

Graduates are qualified for positions in biomedical and pharmaceutical industries, hospitals and universities, including clinical pharmacology, laboratory research and technical support, and medical, pharmaceutical or life science sales, or further study towards an MPhil or PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class (2:2) honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in a biological or chemical discipline. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5; TOEFL, PTE and other recognised tests also accepted. Applicants who do not meet the academic requirement can take the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre (non-UK/Ireland students).

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition per academic year. Same fee for Scottish and England, Wales & Northern Ireland students. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition per academic year. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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