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Medicinal Chemistry MSc

Kingston University London

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Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Kingston University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Why choose this course?

The course emphasises the key skills required in this specialised area of science including computing and statistical skills, data collection, communication skills, time management, organisational and team-working skills.

Kingston University's links with industry provide a practical base for our courses (and complements the practical elements of the curriculum) which is also relevant to professional placement. They also help us to ensure the programme is kept up to date and relevant to the workplace.

Students choosing the 'with management studies' pathway will gain an insight into how the business world operates and introduces marketing concepts and people management skills.

What you will study

The aim of the programme is to teach students how medicinal chemistry is used to discover small molecule therapeutics or biologics. Also, it will arm students with critical and technical knowledge of the analysis, development and design of medicines plus related disciplines (such as drug screening and biomarkers). Students will study and explore recent trends in chemical and biological therapeutics and cutting-edge technologies used within the pharmaceutical industry.

For a student to go on placement they are required to pass every module first time with no reassessments. It is the responsibility of individual students to find a suitable paid placement. Students will be supported by our dedicated placement team in securing this opportunity.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Kingston University London

Kingston University London

  • University League Table

    88th

  • Campus address

    Kingston University, River House, 53-57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 1LQ, England

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Kingston University welcomes students from more than 140 countries. Their fresh ideas and range of life experiences enrich the learning environment on campus.
Well known for its enterprise education expertise, the university has strong industry links with many global brands.
Significant investment in the campus, learning spaces and Future Skills curriculum has enhanced students' learning experience and employability prospects.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Chemistry

    51st out of 52 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    98 43%

    50th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    52nd

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    21st

    15

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