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Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry at Keele University - UCAS

Keele University

Degree level: Undergraduate

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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There are other course options available which may have a different vacancy status or entry requirements – view the full list of options

Keele University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Tackle global health issues and help shape the future. Our accredited Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry BSc will equip you with the knowledge, skills and techniques to contribute to improving human health and prolonging life in a sustainable way. Why choose this course?

  • This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry
  • Engage with award-winning academics who are at the forefront of innovation in teaching and research
  • Use a wide variety of research grade experimental equipment in Keele's state-of-the-art Central Science Laboratories (CSL)
  • Our authentic assessment methods replicate the type of tasks you would likely carry out during a career in chemistry
  • Gain practical experience in the workplace with the option of spending a year in industry
Chemistry is at the heart of solving all our major global problems, such as the creation of advanced materials in gadgets and life-saving drugs that are essential to modern medicine. Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry BSc is aimed at students interested in working within the pharmaceutical sector. The course will equip you with a solid foundation in the core aspects of chemistry supplemented by specialist knowledge of medicinal chemistry. From understanding how pharmaceuticals interact with our bodies to exploring drug design to combat various diseases, the application of medicinal chemistry plays a vital part in prolonging and improving life. In between years two and three of your studies you can choose to spend a year studying abroad. This exciting opportunity enables you to experience different cultural perspectives and to establish international networks. It also shows you have the personal attributes to embrace new experiences which can enhance your employability. We offer exchange opportunities with a wide variety of partner institutions. About Keele Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Modules

For a list of indicative and likely optional modules please visit the course website.

How to apply

31Jan

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please see our website for our full range of entry requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/chemistrywithmedicinalchemistry/#entry-reqs

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
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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

Please note, our fees for 2024 entry will be available soon. Although we review our fees annually and these may change, our 2023 entry fees are detailed on our course pages, and a summary is available on our website: keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/tuitionfeesandfunding/undergraduatetuitionfees/
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry at Keele University - UCAS