BSc (Hons) Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

The BSc (Hons) Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Manchester Metropolitan University is an undergraduate degree where students study the design and development of novel medicines from laboratory testing to clinical trials. The course emphasizes the harnessing of chemical concepts to explore therapeutic treatments for disease.Course Content: The program explores the underlying pharmaceutical science, including drug design, formulation, and delivery, pharmacology, immunology, and the molecular and cellular basis of disease. The principles and applications of modern instrumental analytical techniques are also covered, along with the forefront of drug synthesis and formulation. There's a strong emphasis on laboratory work, which fully prepares students for a career in a scientific environment.Key Modules: Key modules include Chemistry for Life Sciences, Fundamental Organic Chemistry, Advanced Organic and Medicinal Chemistry, Drug Delivery & Biopharmaceutical Analysis, and Professional and Scientific Skills Development. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), providing the basis for professional recognition and chartered status on graduation. Future Careers: Potential professional roles post-graduation include drug development in pharmaceutical companies, research and jobs in academia, or working within hospital laboratories, forensic and environmental agencies. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.