Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

University of Glasgow

Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months Chemistry

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Glasgow, based in Glasgow, taught full-time over 12 months.

About this course

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.

WHY THIS PROGRAMME

- Ranked 6th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2020), Chemistry at Glasgow continues to meet student expectations combining both teaching excellence and a supportive learning environment.

- All of our Masters programmes in the School of Chemistry are accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

- 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.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

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 Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
12 Months
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Glasgow
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Chemistry