Medicinal and Biological Chemistry MSc

The MSc in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry programme explores the role of biomolecules in life, disease and biotechnology from a chemical perspective.<br/><br/>On this programme, you will gain a thorough understanding of:<br/>- the structures, properties, functions, applications and manipulation of biological molecules, from macromolecules to cells<br/><br/><br/>- the chemistry of synthetic molecules; their structures, properties, analysis and synthesis<br/><br/><br/>- the design of exciting new medicines in the laboratory and their function in clinical settings<br/><br/><br/>Topics covered on this programme include:<br/>• Concepts in Medicinal and Biological Chemistry<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Advanced Medicinal Chemistry<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Advanced Biological Chemistry<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Optional Courses in Chemistry<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Laboratory Techniques and Research Techniques<br/><br/><br/><br/>This programme has a strong practical element and significant continuous assessment. This includes a practical research project, which provides you with invaluable experience of working on a real research project with a medicinal or biological chemistry focus.<br/><br/>With the knowledge and skills acquired on this programme, you will be well-equipped to compete for positions in chemical, pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies.