Hatfield,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology with Placement Year in Hatfield United Kingdom | University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire
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Hatfield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
18,950
(c. USD25,378.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
This program provides comprehensive understanding of the scientific foundations of drug development, focusing especially on toxicology - the study of pharmaceutical safety. Leveraging our prime location in the UK's pharmaceutical hub, we incorporate valuable insights from industry experts (including professionals from GSK and AZ). The curriculum explores all phases of new medication development, from target identification and drug screening to clinical testing of potential treatments. With state-of-the-art facilities, hands-on learning opportunities, and research-driven instruction, you'll gain qualifications for various roles in pharmaceutical R&D, including discovery biology and toxicology, plus numerous non-laboratory industry positions.
Career opportunities after completing this degree span multiple sectors: toxicology and pharmaceutical research, clinical trials, forensic toxicology, food safety, academic research, medical communications, government roles, education, or intellectual property law. The MSc in Drug Discovery and Toxicology also serves as excellent preparation for pursuing advanced research degrees like MRes, MSc by Research, or PhD programs in related disciplines.
Optional sandwich placement or international study year available
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
An Honours Degree in Biomedical and related sciences with a background in molecular biology, genetics and immunology with a final classification grade of a minimum 60% with evidence of having completed a research project and practical experience in a range of laboratory techniques relevant to the course
A professional qualification accepted as equivalent to the above, or
A qualification in veterinary science, medicine or dentistry, or
A first or second class Honours Degree in disciplines other than those described above but where the applicant, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, would benefit from, and succeed on, the programme
Students will be selected through interview.
In addition, all international students are required to demonstrate an English Language capability of IELTS 7 (with no less than 6.5 in any band) or equivalent qualification.
A professional qualification accepted as equivalent to the above, or
A qualification in veterinary science, medicine or dentistry, or
A first or second class Honours Degree in disciplines other than those described above but where the applicant, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, would benefit from, and succeed on, the programme
Students will be selected through interview.
In addition, all international students are required to demonstrate an English Language capability of IELTS 7 (with no less than 6.5 in any band) or equivalent qualification.
Tuition
GBP
18,950