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Aston University: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Institution | Aston University View institution profile |
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Department | School of Life and Health Sciences |
Web | www.aston.ac.uk |
Study type | Taught |
Summary
Pharmaceutical science focuses on formulation strategies for current and future drug therapies and medicinal products.
Encompassing a range of scientific disciplines such as chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology and physiology, this specialist area of study is crucial for the safe and effective design, development, production and regulation of medicines.
The Pharmaceutical Sciences MSc at Aston University has been designed to prepare you for an academic or industrial career in the pharmaceutics or pharmacology arena; an area in considerable demand in response to the continued increase in development of highly complex and sensitive drug molecules.
By choosing to study this specialist pharmacy masters at Aston University, you’ll be joining a well-established and highly respected School of Pharmacy, that can trace its roots back to the establishment of the Birmingham Pharmaceutical Institution in 1847. We’re also the only Pharmacy School in the UK to hold a prestigious Regius Chair in Pharmacy awarded by HM the Queen, meaning you can be sure that you’re learning experience will of the highest of quality.
This course is part of the Aston Pharmacy School which sits within the College of Health and Life Sciences.
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pgadmissions@aston.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01212043200 |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | 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. All applicants require: Lower second class honours degree (2:2) or higher from a recognised university in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, physiology, physical science, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, chemical engineering, genetics, materials science, medicine or related field. For more information, please visit our website. |
Location | Main Site Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET |
Fees
England | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 19700 GBP for Year 1 |
pgadmissions@aston.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01212043200 |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | 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. All applicants require: Lower second class honours degree (2:2) or higher from a recognised university in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, physiology, physical science, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, chemical engineering, genetics, materials science, medicine or related field. For more information, please visit our website. |
Location | Main Site Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET |
Fees
England | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9550 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 19700 GBP for Year 1 |
ask@aston.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 0121 204 4810 |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | 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. All applicants require: Lower second class honours degree (2:2) or higher from a recognised university in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, pharmacology, physiology, physical science, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry, chemical engineering, genetics, materials science, medicine or related field. For more information, please visit our website. |
Location | Main Site Aston Triangle Birmingham B4 7ET |
Fees
England | 9450 GBP for Year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | 9450 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9450 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9450 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 19300 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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