MSc Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Formulations at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

By the time you complete the course, you’ll be equipped for a wide range of opportunities in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, medical research institutes, or clinical settings such as hospitals. Whether you're continuing into doctoral research or stepping into industry, this degree prepares you to make a meaningful impact in the field of drug development and delivery.

Department: Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The MSc Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Formulations course is ideal if you're planning to pursue a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, biopharmaceuticals, or drug delivery, or if you're looking to build a career in pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, or research institutions. You’ll gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in research and development roles within these fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We invite applications from holders of, or those who hope to be awarded, at least a second class honours degree in a relevant subject such as pharmacy, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a related discipline. We also accept equivalent qualifications from other countries.

Intake: October 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/postgraduate/msc-pharmaceutical-biopharmaceutical-formulations#apply

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