MSc Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Formulations
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Formulations course is ideal if you're planning to pursue a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, biopharmaceuticals, or drug delivery, or if you're looking to build a career in pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, or research institutions. You’ll gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in research and development roles within these fields. During your studying, you’ll benefit from our strong links with major pharmaceutical companies.
We’ve worked with GlaxoSmithKline for over 20 years, and Pfizer has supported research projects here for more than a decade. Employers in the pharmaceutical sector recognise the strength of our courses and the calibre of our graduates. By the time you complete the course, you’ll be equipped for a wide range of opportunities in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, medical research institutes, or clinical settings such as hospitals.
Whether you're continuing into doctoral resear
Key highlights
- Specialist knowledge and practical skills for pharmaceutical research and development roles
- Industry links with GlaxoSmithKline spanning over 20 years
- Pfizer has supported research projects for more than a decade
- Prepares graduates for PhD study in pharmaceutical sciences or drug delivery
- Graduates equipped for pharmaceutical companies, research institutes and hospitals
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — to include relevant subject; or above
Scholarships
We Care Postgraduate Bursary
The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Formulation Scientist
- Pharmaceutical Research and Development Scientist
- Biopharmaceutical Scientist
- Drug Delivery Researcher
- Hospital Research Scientist
- PhD Researcher in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,250 per year | International: £19,000 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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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