Keele University

Pharmacology with Integrated Master's MSci

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Advance your career in pharmacology by gaining master's level problem-solving, communication and research skills to drive innovation in drug discovery and development. Combing a unique blend of cutting-edge theory and extensive practical experience, our four-year programme will be of particular interest to those who wish to continue in a research career, such as further study to PhD level, work in industry or the wider bioscience sector.

Key highlights

  • Master's-level problem-solving, communication and research skills for drug discovery
  • Blends cutting-edge pharmacology theory with extensive practical experience
  • Focus on innovation in drug discovery and development
  • Option to add an international or placement year
  • Strong preparation for PhD study and research careers

Entry requirements

  • A-level: ABB — A Level: ABB Subject specifics apply BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply T Level: Distinction Subject specifics apply
  • BTEC: DDM — A Level: ABB Subject specifics apply BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply T Level: Distinction Subject specifics apply
  • T-level: Distinction — A Level: ABB Subject specifics apply BTEC: DDM Subject specifics apply T Level: Distinction Subject specifics apply

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Humanities Master's Scholarship

    We aim to award scholarships up to £1,000.

  • Keele Alumni Discount

    The Keele Alumni Discount is a 20% discount of the tuition fee charged for Keele Alumni (10% for online programmes).

  • Keele Staff Discount

    If you are a Keele University employee, you may be eligible for a 30% discount off your postgraduate tuition fees.

    Up to 30% of fees
  • KUIC Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    70% and above - £5,000; 60% - 69% - £4,000; 50% - 59% - £3,000.

  • Postgraduate Global Scholarship

    1st - £5,000; 2:1 - £4,000; 2:2 - £3,000.

  • The Keele Postgraduate Research Alumni Discount (KPGRAD)

    This is a 20% discount on the tuition fee if you are studying a Postgraduate Research course (MPhil, PhD, or Professional Doctorate) either delivered on Keele Campus or Online.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Pharmacologist
  • Research scientist
  • Drug discovery scientist
  • Clinical research associate
  • PhD researcher
  • Regulatory affairs officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200

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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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