Entry requirements
Note for international and European applicants: details of how your qualification compares to the published academic entry requirements can be found on our Country Specific Entry Requirements page.
- Applicants should have (or be predicted to achieve) a 2:2 undergraduate degree* or equivalent in one of the following subjects: Pharmacy, Biomedical / Biotechnology, Microbiology and Immunology, Chemistry or Biochemistry, Genetics or Medical Genetics, Genomics, Human Biology or Human Physiology, Human Anatomy, Medicine (MBBCh), Medical Pharmacology, Nanomedicine, Veterinary, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences and related topics
- 50% or higher in a Chemistry module AND in a 2nd relevant module (e.g. Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Biology, Anatomy) as part of undergraduate degree
- International applicants: IELTS 6.5 (at least 6 in each component) or equivalent
- Previous research experience is not required however, any research-based experience gained during a BSc can be beneficial in supporting your final MSc research project
*If the minimum requirement of a 2:2 degree has not been met, we may consider applicants who have at least one year of research experience in a laboratory setting (either in academia or industry e.g., chemistry, biology, or pharmacology labs), on a case-by-case basis
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our MSc in Drug Discovery, Development and Translation will equip you with the expertise needed to navigate the complex drug discovery and development process, from initial discovery of active molecules to the translation of research into effective therapies.
Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, you will learn to manage drug development projects, make critical decisions, and apply translations science to bring innovative therapies from the lab to the patient.
This postgraduate programme is ideal for graduates with a background in pharmacy, pharmacology, chemistry or biosciences, who are looking to enhance their leadership skills for the pharmaceutical industry, or those with a passion for research in drug development.
Whether you're currently in the industry or seeking to enter this dynamic field, this MSc will enhance your skills and prepare you for the challenges of modern drug development.
Why Drug Discovery, Development and Translation at Swansea?
- 100% of our research is considered internationally excellent in terms of our impact (REF2021)
- Postgraduate students have access to facilities in the £100 million Institute of Life Science (ILS) building
- ILS has clinical research of social importance as a focus, through links with NHS and industrial partners
- High-quality support for MSc student research projects
Your Drug Discovery, Development and Translation Experience
Throughout the course you will explore key subjects to build your skills and experience, including drug discovery and in silico design, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, drug delivery, nanomedicine and regulatory science.
You will be taught by experts with real-world experience of drug development and will benefit from the close working relationship between Swansea University and the NHS, UK Research Council, Welsh Government and Industry, promoting collaborative teaching and research.
Fees and funding
You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.
If you're a UK or EU student starting a master’s degree at Swansea University, you may be eligible to apply for Government funding to help towards the cost of your studies. To find out more, please visit our postgraduate loans page.
To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.
Academi Hywel Teifi at Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer a number of generous scholarships and bursaries for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually. For further information about the opportunities available to you, visit the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarships and Bursaries page.
