MSc Clinical Drug Development - London

MSc Clinical Drug Discovery
University College London
Application deadline: 28 July 2017

This exciting programme covers all aspects of drug development from genomics to drug target selection, disease modelling, first-into man studies, clinical trials, toxicology regulation of clinical trials, pharmacovigilance and intellectual property. The MSc will be taught by research scientists, clinicians and feature a series of "cutting edge" lectures by industry experts. It has eight taught modules and 'wet' or 'dry' dissertation research projects, with projects potentially available at our industry partners.

Students develop practical understanding of research methods in biomedical science and knowledge of cutting edge research alongside practical experience in the laboratory, clinical or epidemiological research. They develop the ability to evaluate scientific literature and gain an appreciation of ethical and governance requirements of research, including 'Good Clinical Practice' principles.

Job Prospects

This programme is designed for life science graduates in chemical, biological or biomedical sciences, and pharmacy. Students will obtain a broad understanding of the drug development process. The degree programme will provide a good background and skill sets for students looking to establish a career in drug development and related industries. The knowledge and transferable skills delivered will also be useful for those intending further PhD or medical studies.

Medical students seeking an intercalating degree could benefit from the drug discovery modules, and qualified medical practitioners have found this course a useful part of their higher medical training.

Core Modules

• Drug Discovery I
• Drug Discovery II
• Statistical Methods of Research
• Ethics and Regulations of Research
• Clinical Pharmacology
• Advanced Clinical Pharmacology
• Research Project/Report (10,000 word dissertation)
• Teaching and Learning

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, practicals, small-group seminars and laboratory work. Assessment is through presentations, essays, examinations and the Research Project/Dissertation.

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a scientific or medical discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

If English is not your first language, 6.5 IELTS or 92 IBT TOEFL.

Fees and funding 2017/18
UK/EU: GBP12,680. Overseas: GBP24,140

The Division of Medicine is offering three postgraduate taught bursaries of GBP5000 each to students eligible to pay for fees at the UK/EU rate.

Contact information

Mr Matthew Brown, Programmes Administrator (0)

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