Cardiff University: Medicinal Chemistry
Institution | Cardiff University |
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Department | School of Chemistry View department profile |
Web | www.cardiff.ac.uk/chemistry |
postgradenquiries@cardiff.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 029 2087 0084 |
Study type | Taught |
Summary
The search for new drugs to combat serious illnesses is an important and exciting challenge at the forefront of medical research. As a medicinal chemist, you can have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of millions of people worldwide.
On the course, you will explore the wider context of drug discovery, business and healthcare, as well as developing the knowledge and laboratory skills needed to design drugs. You will also investigate the relationship between medicinal chemists and drug discovery companies with stakeholders such as patients, investors and governments.
There are opportunities for you to gain hands-on experience within a medicinal chemistry team during your research project.
MSc
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | We invite applications from graduates in chemistry or a related discipline, such as chemical engineering, pharmacy, pharmacology and biochemistry, with a minimum 2:2 degree or equivalent. Applicants with a degree in a subject other than chemistry will be required to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key chemical topics prior to an offer being made. For further information, see: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/medicinal-chemistry-msc or https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/medicinal-chemistry-msc-part-time |
Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | We invite applications from graduates in chemistry or a related discipline, such as chemical engineering, pharmacy, pharmacology and biochemistry, with a minimum 2:2 degree or equivalent. Applicants with a degree in a subject other than chemistry will be required to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key chemical topics prior to an offer being made. For further information, see: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/medicinal-chemistry-msc or https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/medicinal-chemistry-msc-part-time |
Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | For entry requirements, see: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/medicinal-chemistry-msc |
Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | For entry requirements, see: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/medicinal-chemistry-msc |
Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |

Cardiff University
School of Chemistry
About us
At Cardiff University’s School of Chemistry, we are focused on tackling today’s most challenging and exciting scientific, environmental and societal challenges through cutting-edge teaching and research. From the sustainable manufacture of chemical products to developing new medicines and treatments for illnesses.
At the heart of our excellent reputation in modern chemical science are our international community of dedicated academics and more than 80 postdoctoral and technical staff. Their diverse talents promote an outward-looking community that connects with chemists all over the globe attracting over 250 students every year.
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