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Program introduction
As the sole program of its type nationwide, the MSc in Toxicology delivers research-driven education within a highly collaborative setting. Engage with pioneering research and launch your career in this essential discipline. The MSc Toxicology is instructed by leading academics and industry professionals at the globally recognized School of Biosciences. You'll acquire both theoretical understanding and practical skills to tackle emerging toxicology issues, develop versatile competencies, and comprehend toxicology's role across industries, ecosystems, and communities.Program highlights
This contemporary, thorough curriculum maintains robust ties with both industry and research. Designed with input from external partners, it equips you for the evolving demands of the field. Through hands-on training in theoretical, clinical, and laboratory toxicology, you'll develop crucial expertise. This comprehensive method not only enhances the learning experience but also connects academic study with professional practice, creating pathways for careers in this critical scientific domain.Experience dynamic, interactive instruction with an up-to-date syllabus• Collaborative teaching from renowned centers specializing in bioscience, pathology, clinical pharmacology, occupational health, and environmental toxicology.
Our program stands as the UK's exclusive Toxicology master's degree, maintaining close industry connections and benefiting from insights by global specialists across pharmaceutical firms, research organizations, government agencies, and toxicology institutions.
The School of Biosciences enjoys international acclaim as a premier toxicology hub, providing unified research-based education.
Gain from significant external contributions including resource provision and specialized practical training, enabling you to establish connections with potential employersCareer prospects
Employment opportunities are outstanding. Toxicology continues to be a prioritized funding area due to growing environmental safety concerns.Alumni have secured positions in:pharmaceutical companies
independent research facilities
governmental organizations including the Health and Safety Executive, Health Protection Agency, and Food Standards Agency
NHS Toxicology Units
water quality and pollution control institutions
medical and scientific research laboratories
2:1/2:2 in a relevant discipline in Biochemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Microbiology, Zoology/Animal Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Physiology, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Medical Science. For this course we require IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, which is equivalent to: TOEFL: 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 Listening, 21 Speaking and 19 in Writing.