MSc Natural Products Discovery

The MSc Natural Products Discovery at Liverpool John Moores University is a course to help you get a job in developing natural medicines, food supplements, and cosmetic products. In this programme, you will learn how new drugs are found from natural sources. You will also learn about the process, from taking the substances out of the source to testing, creating, and checking the quality of the final product.

You will get practical experience using modern lab equipment. You will also be able to use the university’s Research Centre for Natural Products Discovery, where scientists do research in areas like medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and nutrition.

The MSc in Natural Products Discovery combines classroom learning with hands-on training. It prepares you for jobs in the pharmaceutical, chemical, food, and cosmetic industries, and for further research. When you finish the programme, you will have the knowledge and skills to succeed in this fast-growing field.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a public university in Liverpool, England. It started in 1823 and became a university in 1992. The university is known for helping students with their careers and for its strong connection to the city.

LJMU is well-known for its practical, career-focused teaching. It was one of the first universities to include professional work placements with every undergraduate degree. This practical experience helps a large number of graduates find jobs or continue their studies after they finish.

LJMU consistently ranks well for its student experience and for helping graduates get jobs. It is often rated highly in the UK for student life, student support, and the quality of its courses.

Grade Requirements:

• A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry or other related fields is required to study this course.  
• Alternative qualifications with a significant period of relevant work experience are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native speakers of English are required to show proficiency in English by having an IELTS score of 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each of the components.

The tuition fee to study an MSc in Natural Products Discovery at Liverpool John Moores University for the 2025/26 academic year is £18,250. Please note that fees are provisional and subject to change.

LJMU offers various scholarships and financial aid to support international students with their tuition fees. For example, all international students who pay for their own studies are automatically eligible for a scholarship worth up to £4,000. Also, if you pay your tuition fees by the deadline, you can get a £500 discount, which is automatically taken off your first year's tuition.

Other postgraduate scholarships are also often given with the help of outside groups like the British Council and Chevening.

An MSc in Natural Products Discovery from Liverpool John Moores University opens doors to exciting opportunities in career roles such as the following: 

• Scientist
• Analytical & Purification Scientist 
• Academic Researcher 
• Drug Developer 
• Regulatory Officer 

To apply for this course, you need to fill out the application form provided by the university. Our trained counsellors at AHZ are always ready to assist with this process.