Aston University: Pharmaceutical Sciences
| Institution | Aston University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Life and Health Sciences |
| Web | www2.aston.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@aston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01212043200 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Gain a masters in Pharmaceutical Science by studying at one of Europe’s leading Pharmacy Schools. Our course is designed to advance your pharmaceutical skills and research methods for a rewarding career in the pharmaceutical industry.
Our Pharmaceutical Science masters course will provide the skills and knowledge required for today’s pharmaceutical scientist. You will gain the ability to provide effective pharmaceutical formulation strategies for current and future drug therapies and medicinal products. Throughout you’ll enhance your understanding of the design, development and production of medicines as you learn about regulatory affairs and the drug industry.
The course will build your research methods and critical thinking skills for application both within and outside of academia. Our broad range of topics such as drug discovery, drug dosage form as well as selective toxicity and design and chemotherapy will ensure you possess the necessary skillset for the various pathways the pharmaceutical industry provides. You’ll be prepared for a variety of careers such as analytical sciences, formulation development, project management, regulatory affairs, scientific writing and further studies.
Studying at Aston will enable you to gain your masters from one of Europe’s leading Pharmacy Schools, at a University that has strong and well established links with numerous pharmaceutical companies – which can provide you with the opportunity to undertake your project in collaboration with one of these companies.
**Key course benefits**
• Top 10 in the UK for Research Quality (Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Complete University Guide, 2020)
• 94% of our Allie Health research was rated as being internationally excellent or world leading (REF, 2014)
• Study with research active specialists from a wide range of pharmaceutical fields and backgrounds
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants must possess a good honours degree (minimum lower 2nd class) from a recognised university in one of the following subjects (or a related field): Pharmacy; pharmaceutical science; pharmacology; physiology; physical science; biochemistry; biotechnology; chemistry; chemical engineering; genetics; materials science; medicine. Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification. English language test requirements may be waived where students’ undergraduate degree was studied in an English speaking country. We welcome applications from candidates interested in our course who have the skills and capability to excel. All candidates are considered on an individual basis based on their qualifications, experience, references and motivation. |
| Location | Main Site Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET |
Fees
| EU | 9350 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 9350 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9350 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9350 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9350 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 18900 GBP for Year 1 |
Aston University
Aston University is a stimulating and enjoyable place to study. We pride ourselves on providing a modern, supportive and multicultural environment and are committed to giving you the opportunity to achieve your full potential. You will learn in a friendly and diverse community in the centre of Birmingham, a vibrant and multicultural city in the heart of the UK.
Teaching
You will be taught by both academic experts and practitioners who bring a wealth of real world experience into the classroom. There is an emphasis on learning by doing, to ensure that you gain practical experience by applying ...
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