Course summary
Grow the skills needed to play a role in future drug development and design. Fascinated by the world of medicine? Ever wondered how drugs are designed and made, and why they work? Study pharmaceutical chemistry to develop skills that will open doors to rewarding opportunities in a range of industries. You’ll learn how AI accelerates the drug discovery process, search for ways to combat diseases and viruses, and be at the forefront of medical research. Pharmacology, biochemistry, cancer chemotherapy, inorganic chemistry, spectroscopy – these are just a few of the areas you’ll examine. All our modules are taught through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, augmented reality and lab simulation work, reflecting the challenges you’ll face as a pharmaceutical chemist. A course designed by experts High quality education is a priority for us. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Trained in state-of-the-art labs. And taught by several award-winning academics. You’ll know the education you’re getting is cutting edge. We regularly invite guest speakers and you can join our active student chemistry society. And you’ll also have the option of a year in industry where you can put your knowledge into action and boost your future success. This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, giving graduates Associate Member status.
Modules
Year 1 Essential Skills for Chemists Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Semester A Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Semester B Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry Foundations of Practical Chemistry Fundamentals of Spectroscopy States of Matter and Analytical Chemistry Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Assessment method
Each module is assessed through theory examinations and coursework.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F15Y
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
All applicants to QMUL must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student who will require Tier 4 immigration permission to enter the UK.
Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements
http://www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements/index.html#
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Provider information
Queen Mary University of London
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