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MSc Biotech and Pharmaceutical Management

UCL (University College London)

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UCL (University College London)

Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    UCL East Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Embrace one of the fastest paced sectors in health through this cutting edge Master’s programme that focuses on the business and management of biotechnology and pharmaceutical ventures .This cutting-edge course integrates business with biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. It has been meticulously crafted by academics and industry experts at the world’s first business school dedicated to health. Offered by a university ranked 9th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026), the Biotech and Pharmaceutical Management MSc provides a unique opportunity to learn from the best in the sector and enhance your future employability. With the growing demand for new drug development to address emerging global medical challenges, applying a business perspective to this field is becoming increasingly important. The Biotech and Pharmaceutical Management MSc equips students with the managerial skills necessary to bring biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovations to highly regulated markets. What's more, this course provides you with an advanced understanding of the intersections between business and science in this field. Drawing on the expertise of the UCL Global Business School for Health (UCL GBSH) and UCL’s other cross-disciplinary centres, including the UCL Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology (UCL ICTM), you will gain valuable insights from diverse perspectives. Anchored in the discipline of Pharmacoeconomics, the course also covers key topics including regulations and market access. In this experiential learning environment, you will have the opportunity to present a business case for a product, service, or process in the business project. This course is taught from UCL’s state-of-the-art bespoke facilities on our UCL East campus, on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in east London. The course is ideal for individuals who envisage a career that spans across biotech, pharmaceuticals, business, and entrepreneurship. This versatile degree is ideal for a range of individuals who want to work in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical world, from start-ups right through to established corporations. You may be a new or recent graduate in a health or science field, or have a PhD or lab experience, and want to gain skills in the business side of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Or you may already work in the biotechnology/pharmaceuticals industry or a consultancy firm but wish to cross over into management and leadership positions with ambitions to bring specialist knowledge to your clients. This programme is also available on a modular (flexible) basis, with a duration of 5 calendar years.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 39,200per year

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

University information

UCL (University College London)

UCL (University College London)

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    UCL (University College London) - Bloomsbury Campus, Gower Street, London, Greater London, 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

    17th out of 47 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    161 70%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    32nd

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    34th

    7

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