Pharmacology MSc, PgD, PgC
School of Life Sciences
Institution Code H36
Programme Code HHPHA
Start date
September
More about the course
This programme gives you in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis of drug discovery and development, which has revolutionised the pharmaceutical industry in recent years. Our involvement with international drug companies has allowed us to keep our courses fully up-to-date. With our excellent facilities, emphasis on practical work, and teaching underpinned by the latest research, you will be qualified for research and development positions in pharmaceutical companies, as well as a wide range of other roles in industry.
The programme will have a heavy emphasis on practical work and will cover the following areas:
- Pharmacological and relevant physiological principles
- Molecular biology techniques in pharmacology
- The application of bioinformatics to drug discovery
- Quantitative aspects of pharmacology
- Case studies in drug discovery
- Molecular medicine
- Neuro-degenerative diseases
- Safety evaluation
- Research project
You will undertake a practical project as part of your MSc enabling you to use our excellent facilities and to gain experience working alongside researchers in our Pharmacology Research Group. Current research projects include studies in:
- Gastrointestinal pharmacology, particularly with respect to diabetes
- Angiogenesis
- Cancer
- Cannabinoids as therapeutic agents
- Molecular pharmacology of vascular disease
- Modelling pharmacokinetics
The School has an acute commercial awareness that benefits both course content and the quality of our teaching.
Robert SlaterHead of School
Careers
Graduates of the programme will be qualified for research and development positions in the pharmaceutical industries, to progress to a research degree or to consider regulatory, marketing or management roles in industry.Teaching methods
Upon entering the programme, students are provided with introductory material to facilitate their transition to Masters level study. Core Molecular Biology is taught in parallel with Core Pharmacology, which both involve a high proportion of practical work. Students will experience a range of learning styles including conventional lectures, workshops and problem based learning. Teaching in Molecular Medicine and Molecular Pharmacology & Drug Development uses case studies to foster skills such as working independenly or as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem solving. All assessments are coursework only, which are strategically phased throughout the course to provide regular feedback.Course structure
Detailed information about the structure of the course and the modules you will study.