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Chemistry with Drug Discovery MChem

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    Master of Chemistry - MChem

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

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The only course of its kind in Scotland

Trains a new generation of biologically and pharmaceutically aware chemistry graduates whose mission is to invent better, safer drugs to fight and cure disease

Taught in partnership with the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences and is designed in consultation with the major UK drug manufacturers

Researchers at Strathclyde have made real and significant contributions to the fight against disease

We have a strong relationship with GlaxoSmithKline and AstraZeneca, which improves job prospects after graduation

Why this course?

In this course, youll study core chemistry classes blended with specialist courses on disease targets, design of selectively-acting prototype drugs, synthetic and mimetic strategies in producing drug prototypes, and the refinement of promising compounds.

Graduates of this course have excellent opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry as well as all the usual careers open to a professionally-accredited chemist.

Assessment

Assessment methods include short answer class tests, multiple-choice tests, end of year examinations, oral presentation and group project work.

Careers

This course maximises your opportunity of employment in the medicinal chemistry and pharmaceutical industries.

The degree was designed with advice from pharmaceutical companies resulting in graduates who are knowledgeable and accomplished practical chemists with good team-work and communication skills.

Theres a continuous demand for chemistry graduates. Our graduates compete successfully for jobs in all branches of the chemical industry. These are well-rewarded careers that allow you to go on to supervisory or management roles. Your chances of employment are substantially increased by the industrial placement and training.

Your skills will also be in demand in other areas. A study of chemistry helps you develop logical thought and numerical skills and the ability to write accurate and concise reports. As a result, our chemists are in demand in national and local government, in hospitals and in education at all levels.

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry and graduates are eligible to apply for the status of Chartered Chemist, the qualification recognised in the UK and EU for professional chemists.

Tuition fees

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拢 27,800per year

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

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : ABB

Year 1 entry: ABB (Chemistry and one of Maths, Physics or Biology)Year 2 entry: ABB (Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Biology)

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G1 1XQ, Scotland

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Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Chemistry

    11th out of 52 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    216 95%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    21st

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.38 84%

    4th

    3

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