BSc (Hons) Medicinal Chemistry
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Medicinal chemistry has a tremendous impact on society, contributing significantly to improving our quality of life and increasing our healthy lifespan. This course will provide you with the academic training in medicinal chemistry that is relevant for the pharmaceutical and related industries. On this course you'll delve into the fascinating world of medicinal chemistry and learn to apply the knowledge of different aspects of chemistry to the role of drug development.
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.
Also, you’ll be given advice before you begin and while you’re here, and you can transfer between the BSc and MChem in your first or second year. Another key benefit to our BSc Medicinal Chemistry programme is the emphasis we place on laboratory-based teaching, and the development of practical skills. UEA offers state-of-the-art facilities for medicinal chemistry teaching.
These include superb laboratories in the new science building, and advanced instruments required for medicinal chemistry related training and research.
Key highlights
- Training in medicinal chemistry relevant to the pharmaceutical industry
- Applies different branches of chemistry to drug development
- Strong emphasis on laboratory-based teaching and practical skills
- Superb laboratories and advanced instruments in a new science building
- Taught through lectures, workshops, small group tutorials and practicals
- Option to transfer to the MChem in first or second year
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 31 — overall including HL5 in Chem
- Scottish Advanced Highers: CCC — to include including Chemistry
- Scottish Highers: AABBB — to include including A in Chemistry
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 2 subjects at H2, 4 subjects at H3 including Chemistry
Careers this course leads to
- Medicinal chemist
- Pharmaceutical research scientist
- Analytical chemist
- Drug discovery scientist
- Quality control chemist
- Regulatory affairs officer
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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