Drug Discovery, Design and Synthesis MSc at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Explore the drug discovery process, learning from researchers and industry professionals. Graduate ready for a career in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery. The medicines of tomorrow start with today’s ideas. Learn how medicinal chemists address real-world challenges like antimicrobial drug resistance, global health threats and healthcare demands of ageing populations.

Department: School of Life Sciences at sussex.ac.uk | Duration: 1 year full time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Advanced Drug Discovery and Chemical Enterprise, Advanced Green Chemistry and Organic Synthesis, Principles and Practices in Drug Discovery and Delivery, Transferable Skills and Employability, Drug Discovery Research Project, Organic Synthesis for Medicines and Natural Products, Sustainable Synthesis and Catalysis, Teaching.

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in chemistry. Other closely related subjects such as biochemistry or biomedical science will also be considered. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. English language: IELTS (Academic) Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component). Apply by 1 August 2027 (international), 1 September 2027 (UK).

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,200 a year. for full-time students Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year. for full-time students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/apply

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