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University of Hertfordshire
MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology
University of Hertfordshire

MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE

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Full time | College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Toxicology Pharmacology

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

About the course

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:

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  • MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Advanced Research

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  • MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Placement Year

    • Professional Accreditations

    Subject to validation, this course will be accredited by the Royal Society for Biology Accreditation.

    Modules

    Contemporary Topics in Drug Discovery and Toxicology (30 Credits) - Core
    This module aims to introduce students to the core principles of toxicology and to engender an appreciation of how chemicals may lead to adverse effects. To explore and identify the mechanisms via which chemicals exert adverse effects. The applications of toxicology within a number of contexts (such as the pharmaceutical industry) will be explored. Students will be encouraged to critically evaluate current research and to appreciate continuity and convergence in the research effort.
    Molecular Cell Biology and Immunology (30 Credits) - Core
    Molecular Medicine (30 Credits) - Core
    Research Project with Research Methods (60 Credits) - Core
    Translational Medical Science (30 Credits) - Core

    Tuition fees

    UK fees
    Course fees for UK students

    For this course (per year)

    £10,980

    International fees
    Course fees for EU and international students

    For this course (per year)

    £17,250

    Entry requirements

    The normal entry requirements for the programme are: A first or second class Honours Degree in Biosciences or Biological Chemistry with a final classification grade of a minimum 55%; or A professional qualification accepted as equivalent to the above; or A qualification in veterinary science, medicine or dentistry; or A first or second class Honours Degree in disciplines other than those described above but where the applicant, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, would benefit from, and succeed on, the programme.

    University information

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