Pharmacology with Project Management (Taught)

This two-year Master’s gives you the high-quality pharmacological training and skills you need to work in the field of drug discovery and development alongside teaching you valuable skills in project management. You acquire a broad knowledge of drug discovery and development, focusing on the mechanisms of drug action at molecular level; the treatment of human diseases; and the latest cell and molecular technologies. The Project Management units include leading and managing organisational resources; personal professional development; and achieving change.

Facilities and specialist equipment

• Modern STEM building with purpose-built facilities and bespoke study spaces.

• State-of-the-art cell culture lab and analytical science suite.

• Industry-standard technology to emulate the professional workplace.

• Specialised equipment for high-end pharma and biotech experiments, including HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines and facilities for qPCR and protein analysis.

Industry links
The University’s Life Sciences Liaison Board draws in industry-wide professionals such as GSK, Pharmaron and the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. The Board’s close collaboration with real-world organisations ensures our course aligns with the needs of both industry and society as well as providing you with invaluable opportunities for networking and work experience.

Student experience
Benefit from our student-centred, employment-based approach to learning to ensure you get the most from your degree, combining traditional lectures, workshops and tutorials with hands-on lab work and small-group teaching.
Learn from academics whose research and professional expertise feeds back into their teaching, creating a vibrant, practical-oriented learning environment.
Our staff use their active involvement in progressive areas such as cancer pathways and medicine development to keep you up-to-date with the latest industry advancements.
Develop transferable skills in areas such as critical analysis, performance appraisal, effective communication and successful leadership alongside expertise in project management.
Explore your interests in greater detail with a laboratory research project in one of four core areas.
Gain specialist knowledge thanks to subject-relevant field trips and talks from external experts, including a visit to MSD-Merck and a workshop run by the UK Health Security Agency.
Connect with leading employers through our annual STEM Careers Expo.
Achieve your potential with support and guidance from your own personal academic tutor.