Medicinal Chemistry and Forensic Science BSc (Hons)

Keele University

Analyse the science behind a crime scene and learn how pharmaceuticals interact with our bodies to develop drugs to combat disease. Our Medicinal Chemistry and Forensic Science BSc will provide you with a strong set of transferable skills suited to a range of roles in the science, education and health sectors.**Why choose this course?**- No. 1 in England for Forensic Science (Complete University Guide, 2022)- Use a wide variety of research grade experimental equipment in Keele's state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories- Professional accreditation pathways are available- Our 600-acre campus offers fantastic indoor and outdoor simulated crime scene facilities to develop your practical and professional skillsThe Medicinal Chemistry component of the programme will provide you with an understanding of the complex biological and chemical problems that are involved in the design and synthesis of drugs. You will draw on basic chemical principles to solve problems at the interfaces of chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology and pharmacology and gain professional chemistry skills that are necessary for laboratory classes throughout the course.The Forensic Science element of the course focuses on the entire forensic process, from evidence collection, analysis and interpretation to court reporting. Initial modules including forensic chemistry, forensic biology and criminalistic science, will build your understanding in the key topics underpinning the subject. You will also gain valuable laboratory and crime scene experience to help you stay ahead in this fast-moving science. Teaching will take place in Keele's state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories and our dedicated Crime Scene facilities.**About Keele**Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.