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University of Glasgow: Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Chemistry |
| Web | www.glasgow.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Masters in Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry will extend the depth and breadth of your knowledge in all branches of chemistry and with some specialisation in medicinal chemistry, this programme will be suited to the role of a professional chemist capable of conducting research.
Chemistry at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in Scotland (Guardian University Guide 2023).
The School of Chemistry is a member of ScotCHEM that brings together seven Universities in Scotland. ScotCHEM is committed to excellence and to providing the highest quality postgraduate education and researcher experience.
Chemistry at Glasgow is ranked 3rd in Scotland (Guardian University Guide 2023). The School of Chemistry is a member of ScotCHEM that brings together seven Universities in Scotland. ScotCHEM is committed to excellence and to providing the highest quality postgraduate education and researcher experience. * The school has an Athena Swan Bronze Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all. * You will benefit from our links with industrial scientists, often from pharmaceutical companies, who regularly visit the School of Chemistry to give presentations. * You will undertake a research project embedded within one of our internationally-leading research groups, and supplemented by specialist lecture courses. * You will develop transferable skills that will improve your career prospects, such as project management, team-working, advanced data analysis, problem-solving, preparing and presenting oral and poster presentations, critical evaluation of scientific literature, advanced laboratory and computing skills, and how to effectively communicate with different audiences. * Our Masters programmes will, therefore, provide an excellent foundation for any kind of career of scientific leadership in academia and industry.
From September to March, you will attend lectures and tutorials. You will undertake a 12-week research project from June to August, which will provide practical application and consolidation of earlier work and enhance your ability to do independent work and present results effectively.
Core courses
- INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 4M (A)
- PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY 5M (HALF) FOR CHEMISTRY & MATHEMATICS
- ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 4M
- MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY 4M
- FRONTIERS OF CHEMISTRY 3M
- RESEARCH SKILLS
- CHEMISTRY SPECIAL TOPICS 4M (A)
Career opportunities in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry, from bench work and instrumentation to regulatory affairs, health & safety, and intellectual property/patents. Research-related jobs usually require a PhD, for which this programme provides an ideal preparation.
Graduates of this programme have gone on to positions as researchers in pharmaceutical companies and universities.
MSc
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, the University has inspired thinkers from eminent scientist Lord Kelvin and the father of economics Adam Smith, to Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.
Rankings
The University:
is ranked 81st in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2023
- is in the top 100 in the world: Times Higher World University Rankings 2023
- 95.9% of students in employment or further study 6 months after graduation …
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