Taught course

Pharmacology with Project Management

Institution
University of Bedfordshire · Division of Science
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution.

Months of entry

February, October

Course content

This course will allow you to gain a broad overview of drug discovery and development; mechanisms of drug action at the molecular level; drug treatment of human diseases; and the latest cellular and molecular technologies applied to pharmacology at an advanced level. The data analytics units cover a range of topics including programming, databases, security, project management and computer networking, giving you both the underpinning theory and ability to apply it to complex real-world problems, as well as an awareness of emerging technologies and developments.
Key features
Gain in-depth knowledge of individual examples of modern drug research and development, with dedicated data analytics modules
The course will give the opportunity to specialise through a choice of projects, giving you the expertise needed for future career development
Career opportunities
On completion of this course, you will be able to progress into careers in drug research and development across a wide range of employers including the pharmaceutical industry; biotech companies; academic institutions; the NHS; and other public organisations. As a graduate of this course you will also have the opportunity for further study at Doctoral level.
Areas of study may include:
    • Drug discovery and development
    • Cell and molecular biology
    • Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics
    • Molecular pharmacology
    • Project management

Information for international students

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Fees and funding

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Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Course Enquiries
Email
study@beds.ac.uk
Phone
0300 3300 073