Program Overview
The Drug Chemistry at Newcastle University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Drug Chemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 17,935 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Drug Chemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Preparation and Development
- Research Project and Dissertation
- Organic Synthesis for Drug Targets
- Modern Methods in Drug Discovery
- Drug Metabolism and Toxicology
- Theory and Practice of Chemotherapy
- Methods and Techniques for Drug Chemistry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
A 2:2 BSc honours degree, or international equivalent, in a chemistry related subject, such as:
- biochemistry
- chemical technology
- applied chemistry
- industrial chemistry
We also consider applicants whose undergraduate degree included a significant element of organic chemistry, such as:
- pharmacology
- pharmacy
- pharmaceutical sciences
- medicine
- veterinary science
- biology
- biomedical sciences
- zoology
- microbiology
- biotechnology
- genetics
Applicants with lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant industrial experience will be considered on an individual basis.
International students
If your first language is not English you need an overall IELTS score of 6.0.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,935 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,935 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Newcastle University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Newcastle University
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Newcastle upon Tyne, which trades as Newcastle University, is a public research university based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It has overseas campuses in Singapore and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months