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Drug Discovery MSc

University of Bath

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Bath, Claverton Down Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Develop expertise and specialist practical skills in drug discovery science, from target identification through to getting a drug to market.Developed in consultation with industry experts, this course is aimed at students with a background in chemistry, biosciences, pharmacy or pharmacology who are looking to move into the exciting field of drug development.You will become familiar with a range of concepts and research techniques in drug discovery including target identification and validation, screening platforms, optimisation of small molecule drugs and biotherapeutics, and the importance of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.Depending on your undergraduate degree, you will also follow either a biology or chemistry training track alongside your drug discovery studies. This will enable you to gain a strong background in both disciplines, strengthening your subject-related and practical skills appropriate to your career aspirations.

Application deadline

31/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 34,550per year

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University information

University of Bath

University of Bath

University of Bath

  • University League Table

    8th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

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The university's community comprises over 20,000 students. Around one-third come from outside the UK, representing 152 nationalities from around the world.
The International Support Service offers an international orientation programme and mentoring scheme to help students settle into life in the UK.
University of Bath alumni can be found contributing positively in countries worldwide. Many continue their association with Bath long after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Pharmacology & Pharmacy

    8th out of 47 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    158 67%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    13th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    19th

    9

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