MSc Pharmaceutical Quality & Good Manufacturing Practice at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

A part-time modular and distance learning course delivered with NSF International, based on the syllabus of the European-approved Qualified Person study guide. It covers the pharmacology, chemistry, manufacture and quality control requirements for medicinal products and the statutory framework for their manufacture and distribution.

What you will study

Twelve 10-credit modules mapped to the NSF Qualified Person programme, including Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, Analysis & Testing, Formulation & Processing, Investigational Medicinal Products, Pharmaceutical Law & Administration, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Packaging, Pharmaceutical Quality Systems and Role & Professional Duties of the QP. The MSc adds a research project, normally undertaken at the workplace, assessed by thesis.

Career pathways

Prepares participants working in quality assurance in the pharmaceutical industry towards the Qualified Person (QP) role.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant degree in a pharmaceutical, biological or chemical discipline, or equivalent; applicants must have attended and completed the required number of Qualified Person (QP) or QLP modules with NSF Health Sciences Ltd.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,000 a year (2026/27). MSc; same for Scotland and England, Wales & Northern Ireland; page states fees per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 13,800 a year (2026/27). MSc; page states fees per academic year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 21 months part-time

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