University of East Anglia

MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Our dynamic MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences course builds upon the internationally recognised research excellence of both UEA and the Norwich Research Park. Here, you’ll benefit from world-leading expertise in pharmaceutics, analytical chemistry, advanced structural and characterisation technologies, and drug discovery. You’ll gain in-demand scientific and research skills across key areas of the discipline, including formulation, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical materials, drug design, and pharmaceutical analysis.

Throughout your studies, you’ll also develop essential professional skills such as independent learning, critical analysis, scientific writing, and advanced problem-solving, which are all highly valued by employers and research institutions.

Key highlights

  • Draws on research expertise across the Norwich Research Park
  • Covers formulation, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical materials and drug design
  • Training in pharmaceutical analysis and advanced characterisation technologies
  • Develops scientific writing, critical analysis and problem-solving skills

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Typical UK Entry Requirements: Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2 Degree Subject Pharmacology, Chemistry (organic or medicinal), pharmacy or related subjects (including Biochemistry and Biomedical Science)

Careers this course leads to

  • Formulation scientist
  • Analytical scientist
  • Pharmaceutical research scientist
  • Drug discovery scientist
  • Quality control analyst
  • PhD researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £15,050 per year | International: £30,650 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 East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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