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The MChem (H) Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (with placement year) at Loughborough University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding the physical world. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. Our MChem degree in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry is designed to equip you with the skills needed to work in the pharmaceutical industry and allied sectors while also developing your scientific research skills. Research in chemistry plays a vital role in the understanding of disease and the development of effective medicines. The search for new drugs to tackle cancer, heart disease and infections remains an important challenge at the forefront of medical research. International tuition fees are £29,750 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,000 within three years, a 86% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | AAB AAB including Chemistry and preferably one other Science or Maths |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 35 (6,6,5 HL) including HL Chemistry and preferably one other science or Maths at HL |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£29,750
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £27,000 | £34,500 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £35,500 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £29,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH07-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
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Loughborough University · Undergraduate

Loughborough University offers Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (with placement year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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