MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis

The Sheffield Hallam University MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis is a full-time programme that exposes the students to pharmaceuticals, including drug discovery through to manufacturing. It educates students on the use of the instruments needed to perform drug analysis and equips them to be skilled analytical scientists. The course focuses on modern methods and techniques of instrumental analysis, data analysis methods and statistics.

Students learn through lectures, seminars, interactive workshops, practical laboratory work and an independent research project. The students will acquire important skills such as scientific writing, researching data, and critical thinking. The course makes use of industry-standard equipment such as HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry suites.

Sheffield Hallam University is a large university with a vision to change lives. It has been known for its focus on social and economic impact, in its teaching and research activities and in partnerships. The university has more than 32,000 students and has a wide range of both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in various fields of study, including Engineering, Business, Arts and Health.

The university has a strategic and award-winning style of teaching and aims to offer a platform where individuals from all backgrounds can access the skills and knowledge needed to succeed.

To be enrolled, you need to submit an online application that includes a personal statement, and an academic or employer reference is also needed. Students may upload a CV to show any work experience they have.

Grade Requirements:

• You need at least a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject. However, candidates with a 2:2 are also encouraged to apply and will be considered individually.
• The university will also consider applicants with other qualifications that show academic attainment or skills directly relevant to the course.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill, or a recognised equivalent like TOEFL.

The tuition fee for international students for the full-time MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis at Sheffield Hallam University is £17,725.

Sheffield Hallam University offers various scholarships for international students to support their studies. These are awarded to high-achieving students to help them with their tuition fees and can include awards such as:

• GREAT Scholarships
• Transform Together Scholarships
• Vice-Chancellor's Award
• Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme

Students should apply early for these awards, which are competitive and based on academic achievement, as well as on their potential to represent the university as an ambassador.

The MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis course prepares you for a career in several areas, including:

• Methods development scientist
• Drug development scientist
• Compliance officer
• Quality assurance officer
• PhD student

To apply for the Sheffield Hallam University MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis course, you can use the university's online application form. Please speak with our trained counsellors for assistance.