Course summary
This degree is for those who want to specialise in a single biomedical sciences option at Masters level. The MSc Advanced Pharmacology will provide you with a comprehensive three-part science training module. Firstly, unlike many Masters courses, we offer you dedicated training in a broad suite of practical laboratory skills. Secondly, this is complemented by two unique classes that develop your transferrable skills in statistics, presentations, career development, and ethics, as well as honing your science writing skills and your ability to design experiments and analyse sophisticated datasets. Thirdly, our taught classes capture the excitement of cutting-edge research fields and you'll be taught by active researchers or practising clinical professionals. Our Masters in Advanced Pharmacology offers a choice of classes allowing you to select a pathway to suit your future aspirations. The programme has a special focus on how drugs and other chemicals affect the body in health and disease. You'll explore the development of new and improved medicines and the treatment of disease.
Modules
Compulsory classes: Essential Skills and Employability for Masters Students; Entrepreneurship; Postgraduate Studies in Pharmacology; Advanced Techniques in Biomedical Research 1; Advanced Techniques in Biomedical Research 2; Advanced Topics in Biomedical Research; Postgraduate Studies in Clinical Pharmacology Elective modules: Choose one of two elective practical modules offered across the first and second semesters. In Vivo Biology; Drug Discovery Summer Research Project
Assessment method
Assessment of taught classes is through the following; multiple choice tests; computer quizzes; problem solving scenarios poster & oral presentations; essays; formal written exams. The laboratory project is assessed through a written thesis.
Entry requirements
Minimum second class honours degree or international equivalent in a biological or chemical discipline. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the programme details on the University of Strathclyde website.
Sponsorship information
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ