MChem Medicinal Chemistry
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
On this MChem course you'll discover the fascinating world of medicinal chemistry and learn to apply the knowledge of different aspects of chemistry to the role of drug development. Medicinal chemistry has a tremendous impact on society, contributing significantly to improving our quality of life and increasing our healthy lifespan. Our Master’s course will provide you with the academic training you’ll need to become a medicinal chemist.
Graduates from UEA have the highest employability prospects amongst all UK chemistry programmes, benefitting from a modern and relevant curriculum, state-of-the-art laboratories and instruments, and dedicated lecturers and tutors. At UEA, our cutting-edge research in chemical sciences is at the heart of all our teaching. This course will be delivered through lectures, workshops, small group tutorials and practicals – ensuring that your learning is at the forefront of scientific thought.
Our scientists are world-class experts in their field, check out the latest cancer treatment breakthrough made at UEA. Another key benefit to our MChem Medicinal Chemistry course is the emphasis we place on laboratory-based teaching, and the development of practical and problem-solving skills that are so valued by employers. UEA offers state-of-the-art facilities for medicinal chemistry teaching.
These include superb laboratories in the new science building, equipped with the advanced instruments required for medicinal chemistry related training and research.
Key highlights
- Applies chemistry knowledge directly to drug development
- Strong emphasis on laboratory-based teaching and practical skills
- Taught through lectures, workshops, small group tutorials and practicals
- Teaching informed by cutting-edge chemical sciences research
- Advanced instruments and laboratories in a new science building
- Academic training designed for a career as a medicinal chemist
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 33 — overall including HL 5 in Che
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BBC — to include including Chemistry
- Scottish Highers: AAAAA — to include including Chemistry
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3 including Chemistry
Careers this course leads to
- Medicinal chemist
- Pharmaceutical research scientist
- Analytical chemist
- Drug discovery scientist
- Formulation scientist
- Chemistry PhD researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £29,300 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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