Study location	United Kingdom, Bradford
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MSc

Tuition fee	£13,500 per year

Entry qualification

Undergraduate diploma (or higher) 2:2 or above in a scientific discipline in chemical or biological sciences. Study of chemical sciences at undergraduate level is desirable. Applications are also welcome from candidates with non-standard qualifications who have significant relevant experience; each case will be considered on its merits The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. Upload documents in original language and translations You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 6+, TOEFL 79+ or CAE result B2 With sub-test least 5.5 or pass an equivalent (CAE)

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. bradford.ac.uk/..g-discovery-msc-full-time

Overview

Exciting new opportunities for chemical intervention in disease have emerged based on a greater understanding of the molecular aspects of disease progression. Drug discovery combines the expertise of medicinal chemists required in translating the understanding of the molecular aspects of disease progression to the identification of suitable chemical entities, and the process of optimisation that ultimately leads to the discovery of new medicines.

This exciting course run by the Institute of Cancer Therapeutics is designed to provide students with a ‘state-of-the-art’ education in modern drug discovery, which meets the demand of employers in the pharmaceutical industry.

Opportunities to learn the latest innovations in drug discovery are provided, including computer-aided drug design and techniques in parallel synthesis, as well as electronic data management.

Programme structure

Modules: © = Core, (O) = Option

Semester 1 (60 Credits – 3 x © Modules and 1 x (O) Module):

Critical Appraisal of a Current Topic in Drug Discovery (20 Credits split over both Semesters, 10 Credits per Semester) ©
Principles of Drug Discovery (20 Credits) ©
Research and Analytical Methods (20 Credits split over both Semesters, 10 Credits per Semester) ©
Molecular Basis of Cancer and Cancer Therapy (20 Credits) (O)
Toxicology and Safety Pharmacology (20 Credits) (O)
Semester 2 (60 Credits – 2 x © Modules and 2 x (O) Modules):

Critical Appraisal of a Current Topic in Drug Discovery (20 Credits split over both Semesters, 10 Credits per Semester) ©
Research and Analytical Methods (20 Credits split over both Semesters, 10 Credits per Semester) ©
Case Studies in Drug Discovery (20 Credits) (O)
Chemical Toolbox for Drug Discovery (20 Credits) (O)
Molecular Mechanisms of Toxicity (20 Credits) (O)
End of Semester 2 onwards (60 Credits – 1 x © Module):

Research Project in Drug Discovery (60 Credits) ©

Career opportunities

Many students go on to study for PhDs either at Bradford or elsewhere. Recent graduates are studying at Dundee, Newcastle and Glasgow universities. Those in employment are in R&D and clinical research roles.