Drug Discovery with Artificial Intelligence
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in drug discovery represents a transformative advancement in biomedical sciences. This field promises to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness of discovering new therapeutic agents. Pursuing this Master's in Drug Discovery with AI offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of this exciting convergence of disciplines.
The University of Liverpool, renowned for its pioneering research, provides an ideal environment to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in this innovative domain. The masters in Drug Discovery with AI course aims to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the field of drug discovery and AI. The course will cover various aspects, including medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, bioinformatics and the utility of artificial intelligence, and drug development.
This will equip graduates for careers in pharmaceutical research and development, who wish to do this either through direct entry into industry or as a pathway to a PhD. The degree will culminate in a collaborative research project giving students a real taste of the multidisciplinary drug discovery process enabled by significant input from our industrial partners. This masters in Drug Discovery with AI is designed to provide a holistic and practical education that prepares students for a successful career in the dynamic field of drug discovery.
You will be taught by two world leading departments, Pharmacology and Therapeutics and the department of Chemistry. Both departments are ranked top 40 in the world and have been recognized with the Queen’s Prize for their sector leading teaching and research. This programme will be taught through multiple delivery modes (lectures, tutorials, workshops, group work, practical work) with active learning being central to its delivery.
This programme is designed for students with a degree in a relevant Biology
Key highlights
- Covers medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, bioinformatics and AI
- Collaborative research project with significant input from industrial partners
- Taught jointly by Pharmacology and Therapeutics and Chemistry departments
- Both teaching departments recognised with the Queen's Prize
- Active learning through lectures, workshops, group work and practical work
- Prepares graduates for pharmaceutical R&D roles or PhD study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — Postgraduate entry requirements: We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies
The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.
Up to £5,000Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary
The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Hodgson Law Scholarship
Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates
If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.
Up to £7,000Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships
Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.
Up to £1,000Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries
Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.
MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships
Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship
50% tuition fee discounts are available.
Up to 50% of feesManuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies
The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.
MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM
Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.
Up to £12,500Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies
Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.
Up to £4,000Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations
The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation
Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.
Up to £5,000University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes
University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Drug discovery scientist
- Computational chemist
- Medicinal chemist
- Bioinformatician
- Pharmaceutical research scientist
- PhD researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £15,000 | International: Full-time place, per year - £34,000
Admission
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