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PostgraduateMSc

Drug Development Science

King's College London, University of London
London, England
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Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in sport and exercise science with the MSc Drug Development Science at King's College London, University of London. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The Drug Development Science course is one of our three MSc courses in pharmaceutical medicine that are designed for those working in, or seeking to work in, the field of drug development, including pharmaceutical companies, Contract Research Organisations and regulatory authorities. The Drug Development Science course is a highly flexible study programme designed for those working in or seeking to work in the field of drug development. The course aims to provide students with expertise and skills in all aspects of medicine development, including pre-clinical testing, clinical development, ... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a 100% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Principles of Drug Discovery and Development
Pre-clinical Safety Assessment and Toxicology
Clinical Trial Design and Management
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Pharmaceutical Regulation and Compliance
Drug Safety Monitoring and Pharmacovigilance
Formulation Science and Manufacturing
Research Methods and Dissertation Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

๐Ÿ“‹ Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementThe Drug Development Science course is a highly flexible study programme designed for those working in or seeking to work in the field of drug development. The course aims to provide students with expertise and skills in all aspects of medicine development, including pre-clinical testing, clinical development, drug regulation and drug safety.Key benefitsThis course has been designed by, and is taught by individuals who are highly experienced in pharmaceutical medicine, with the many of our lectu

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Overseas (international) fee status: 25 July 2026 (23:59 UK time) Home fee status: Please note funding applications may be subject to specific deadlines

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Graduate Outcomes

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๐Ÿ’ผ Employment Breakdown

67%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
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About King's College London, University of London

King's College London, University of London offers Drug Development Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#31QS World
#6UK Ranking
40,870+Students
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