Analytical and Pharmaceutical Science MSc

Overview

The Analytical and Pharmaceutical Science MSc is broadly based and offers students modules covering the process from drug discovery, through pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism to formulation coupled with training in the techniques of analytical chemistry that are used to underpin the drug development cycle.

The MSc programmes in Chemistry at Loughborough are some of the few programmes in the UK that receive national recognition and funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

Who should apply for MSc Analytical and Pharmaceutical Science?

• graduates in chemistry or a closely related discipline who wish to contribute to drug development, a process that requires multi-disciplinary skills
• graduates with no previous experience of analytical or pharmaceutical science who require a conversion route
• graduates with some training at undergraduate level who require advanced study

Course content

Topics include:

Research methods
Separation techniques
Spectroscopy and structural analysis
Pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism
Professional skills
Research project

Careers

Graduates of this course have entered a wide variety of industries including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, environmental management, national laboratories, regulatory authorities and instrument companies; a significant proportion go on to study for a PhD at Loughborough University or at other institutions.

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How to Apply

Information on how to apply, the application process, funding, accommodation etc. is provided in the General Information pages.