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MSc - Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Placement Year

University of Hertfordshire

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    College Lane - Campus

  • Study mode

    Sandwich / Placement

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

This course gives you in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis of drug discovery with a particular emphasis on toxicology, the science behind the safety of drugs. We make full use of our geographical location at the heart of the UK pharmaceutical industry attracting numerous expert contributions from industry professionals (e.g. GSK, AZ). The course will cover all aspects of new medicine research and development from identifying novel targets through drug screening to clinical trials of candidate medicines. With our excellent facilities, emphasis on practical work, and teaching underpinned by the latest research, you'll be qualified for research and development positions in pharmaceutical companies including discovery biology and toxicology, as well as a wide range of other non-laboratory roles in industry. Alternatively, consider taking our other MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology routes: MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Advanced Research

Tuition fees

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£ 20,950per year

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University information

University of Hertfordshire

University of Hertfordshire

  • University League Table

    70th

  • Campus address

    University of Hertfordshire, College Lane, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9AB, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Pharmacology & Pharmacy

    38th out of 47 5

    72nd out of 87 13

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    120 53%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    34th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    38th

    15

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    81 38%

    87th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    60th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    37th

    4

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