BSc Medicinal Chemistry
Course overview
The BSc Medicinal Chemistry at the University of Surrey teaches how chemistry helps create new medicines and improve health. It uses a mixture of chemistry, biology, and pharmacology to show how drugs are discovered, designed, and developed. The course gives you strong scientific and practical skills, helping you start a career in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, research, or go on to further study in chemistry or medicine.
You will learn how molecules work in the body and how new drugs are made. Teaching includes lectures, labs, tutorials, and group work, so you can use what you learn in real-world situations. You will do practical lab projects and a final-year research project on a topic you choose. Assessments include exams, coursework, lab reports, and the research project.
Entry requirements
To apply for this course, you will need to submit a personal statement outlining your interest in studying Medicinal Chemistry and your academic background. A reference from a teacher or academic tutor is also required.
Grade Requirements:
- You will need A-levels (or equivalent qualifications) including Chemistry and one other science subject such as Biology, Physics, or Mathematics.
- Equivalent international qualifications are accepted.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your first language, you must demonstrate English language ability, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5.
- Equivalent qualifications like TOEFL and PTE are also accepted.
Scholarships
International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)
The scholarship is awarded as a £5,000 fee waiver.
Up to £5,000The Professor GQ Max Lu Global Scholarship
The total value of the award is £30,000 (£10,000 x 3 years).
Up to £30,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Medicinal Chemistry programme can pursue careers such as:
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
- Medicinal Chemist
- Research Scientist
- Quality Control Analyst
- Laboratory Technician
Cost of study
The yearly tuition fee for the BSc Medicinal Chemistry programme at the University of Surrey is approximately £27,000 for international students.
Admission
Applicants can apply for the BSc Medicinal Chemistry course at the University of Surrey through UCAS or the university’s online application portal. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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