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Drug Discovery and Development MSc

UCL (University College London)

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UCL (University College London)

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL (University College London)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This programme provides a broad overview of the drug discovery and development process and is designed for graduates in science-based subjects as preparation for either PhD-level research or a career in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and CRO industries or with a government regulatory body. You will gain extensive knowledge about the process of drug discovery and development from the initial drug target validation stage through to regulatory approval of a new drug. You will gain hands-on experience of molecular modelling and computer-based drug design, and analytical and synthetic techniques and be exposed to modern platforms for drug discovery. Many lectures and seminars are from industry, academic and regulatory experts with potential for on-site visits and attendance at a one day conference. There is a choice of specialist modules and students can choose to carry out a research project within UCL or industry. Career opportunities after this degree are vast and there are organised career days and Alumni networking events to help students become more aware of possible careers.

Tuition fees

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£ 39,800per year

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University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London), Gower Street, London, Camden, WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom

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UCL has over 20,000 students from outside the UK. Many tutors are world-leading academics in their field.
UCL's students come from over 150 countries, providing a truly global perspective.
UCL International Student Support and Wellbeing team provides specialist information and advice to international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Pharmacology & Pharmacy

    16th out of 47 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    162 69%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    30th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    27th

    23

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