Formulation Science

University of Greenwich
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Pharmacy, pharmacology, and toxicology

About this course

Learn about the science behind formulating new products, from pharmaceuticals to paints, on Europe’s first Master’s in Formulation Science course.

This MSc in Formulation Science helps you understand the principles of making finished products from a blend of different ingredients. You'll draw on current examples from the pharmaceutical industry and the experience of our academics to understand the interaction between formulation components and the effect on finished products. You should then be able to apply these principles to relevant problems in other industries.

The direct, hands-on experience from this course boosts your analytical, practical and research skills, providing a solid foundation for your ongoing professional development. Former graduates have gone on to develop successful careers in a wide range of industrial sectors, from the pharmaceutical sciences to agrochemical and consumer goods.

What you should know about this course

* A high proportion of our graduates go on to doctoral study.

* First MSc Formulation Science accredited by the Academy of Pharmaceutical Science.

* Study the first MSc in Formulation Science in Europe.

* Benefit from industrially relevant content and guest lectures from major industrial partners.

* This course is taught at our Medway Campus in Kent.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Chatham

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Chatham

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2111 Chemical scientists
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
3115 Quality assurance technicians
3219 Health associate professionals
2112 Biological scientists

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Chatham
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Pharmacy, pharmacology, and toxicology