University of Hull

MSc in Pharmacology and Education

University of Hull

Course overview

This unique full-time master's degree can be completed in one year or two years part-time and focuses on both advanced pharmacology and educational leadership. It provides a deep understanding of the basic science, clinical use, and industrial aspects of drugs, together with training in teaching, assessment, and curriculum design. It is the only master's course in the UK to blend these two fields.

The programme is a 180-credit course, which consists of six main taught modules and a final 60-credit research project, focusing on improving pharmacology education for future students. Teaching is done by experts from pharmacology, medicine, and medical education, delivered through lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical sessions. Performances are checked through written assignments, presentations, and a dissertation.

Entry requirements

Candidates are to submit a personal statement, discussing their reasons for applying for the course and other information regarding their studies. A relevant academic or employer reference is also required. Students have the choice to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates must have at least a Second Class Honours (2:2) undergraduate degree in a life science subject with recent training in related fields such as medical, biomedical, pharmacy, or biological sciences. Medical students on a break from their clinical courses must have completed a minimum of three years of their medical degree.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must score 6.5 overall in IELTS (Academic), with no less than 6.0 in each component (reading, writing, speaking, and listening). The institution also approves equivalent scores from other tests like PTE Academic (61 overall) and CAE/CPE (176 overall).

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000

  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

This MSc Pharmacology and Education from the University of Hull prepares graduates for academic, clinical, and industrial roles, with career paths including:

 

  • Pharmacology Educator (e.g., in an academic setting)

  • Clinical Academic Researcher

  • Drug Safety Specialist (in the pharmaceutical industry)

  • Clinical Trials Process Manager

  • Medical Advisor (in the medical sector)

Cost of study

The tuition fees for international students on the MSc in Pharmacology and Education programme at the University of Hull are £27,700 (full-time) or £13,850 per year (part-time). The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak with one of our trained counsellors to learn more about this process.

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