Pharmaceutical Science

UCAS code: BB12

Here's what Coventry University says about its Pharmaceutical Science course.

Develop practical and theoretical expertise in drug design, molecular modelling, analytical techniques and biopharmaceutical production, with opportunities for hands-on experience throughout the course.

Develop knowledge and skills relevant to drug discovery, design and development, pharmacology, pharmaceutics and drug regulatory affairs. This course is designed for those with a strong interest in chemistry, biology and the development of new medicines.

• Examine the science behind drug discovery and development and develop scientific knowledge and practical skills.

• Explore molecular modelling, drug design, advanced analytics and biopharmaceutical production.

• Opportunities for hands-on lab experience and studying real-world applications should help prepare you to address global health challenges.

• Develop hands-on skills in labs: gain practical, in-demand skills by working with the latest pharmaceutical technology in our advanced labs, ensuring you're not just learning theory but also mastering the techniques that drive modern drug development.

• Industry-relevant curriculum and career prospects: study a course that is designed in collaboration with leading pharmaceutical companies, and graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to launch a successful career in a rapidly expanding field.

• Focus on emerging and globally relevant pharmaceutical science: learn how to address health challenges by studying areas, such as personalised medicine and antimicrobial resistance.

• Dive deep into pharmaceutical science with our MSci year: an integrated master's degree offers you smooth progression to a level 7 qualification (subject to meeting progression requirements).

• Develop the expertise to design and synthesise the next generation of medicines, master the complexities of biopharmaceutical production, understand the intricate interactions of drug metabolism and toxicology and explore the role of natural products in drug discovery.

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Develop scientific knowledge and technical skills to prepare for roles in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology or healthcare. Study how medicines interact with the human body, explore drug discovery methods, and develop expertise in pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics and computational biology. Learn through hands-on experience with modern techniques like qPCR, flow cytometry and tableting while using simulation spaces and bioinformatics tools. The integrated MSci year is designed to help you deepen your knowledge and learn how to design the next generation of medicines.

Year One: Fundamental Pharmaceutical Science Cells to Systems Microbiology and Immunology Genetics and Molecular Biology

Year Two: Drug Analysis, Development and Formulation Pharmaceuticals and Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmaceutical Technology Computational Biology

Placement Year: There's no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They're a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

Third Year: Advanced Pharmacology and Drug Discovery Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Global Drug Applications The Regulatory Landscape Research Project

Final (Integrated Master's) Year: Frontiers in Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design Biopharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing Advanced Topics in Drug Metabolism and Toxicology Therapeutic Natural Products and Drug Discovery

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content.

Assessment methods may include:

• presentations
• group projects
• tests
• laboratory reports
• laboratory competency tests
• case study reports
• group projects
• vodcasts and multimedia conference posters, grant proposals, and individual research projects.

The Coventry University assessment strategy aims to ensure that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.