Drug Discovery and Translational Biology MSc, PgDip

University of Edinburgh School of Biological Sciences

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Full time September PGDip, MSc MSc: 1 year full-time, PgDip: 9 months full-time

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Are you interested in a career in drug discovery? The Drug Discovery and Translational Biology MSc, PgDip programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this field. Through a multidisciplinary approach, you will explore the latest methods in developing drugs for humans, animals, and plants. The programme includes taught courses, research projects, and dissertations, allowing you to gain hands-on experience and make a genuine contribution to original research. Upon completion, you will have a deep understanding of protein modelling, drug design, and biochemical systems. This programme opens doors to careers in the pharmaceutical industry, government agencies, and research and development.

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The rapid transformation in the nature of drug discovery means that knowledge of related disciplines, and the technologies used, is essential for those considering a career in commercial or academic research.

This MSc in Drug Discovery and Translational Biology will help you explore the latest methods of developing drugs and therapeutic compounds for humans and animals and disease control agents for plants.

Our multidisciplinary approach links structural biology, bioinformatics, chemistry and pharmacology.

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The School of Biological Sciences offers thirteen on-campus taught masters programmes spanning the breadth of the Biological Sciences, taught by world-leading academics. Biological Sciences has one of the largest concentrations of biologists in the United Kingdom, with cutting-edge research in a wide range of disciplines. Our postgraduate teaching derives from our research strengths, and you will be taught by scientists of international repute. As the modern inheritors of our 400-year-old reputation for excellence, our staff and students contribute to a vibrant academic community whose visions are shaping tomorrow’s world.

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Your time here at Edinburgh is more than classes, studies. We encourage our students to take part in activities that enriches their time with us.

The world is facing increasingly complex challenges. By studying with us you will be in an exceptional position to help make the future better.

The School is ranked fifth in the UK, and top ranked in Scotland, for the quality and breadth of its research.

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Our facilities are unparalleled in Scotland and we seek to constantly evolve our world-class research environment to allow the best ideas to thrive, push frontiers, deliver economic impact and drive sustainability. We take a leading role in tackling the biggest challenges facing our planet – the fight against infection and disease, the impact of climate change and the need for more sustainable methods of producing food and materials. Making a difference in this world is a top priority.

Our success is driven by our vibrant and inclusive research culture, where everyone who works with us is supported and encouraged to explore and bring their ideas to life. Our scale and breadth generates truly integrative research, allowing us to excel as equally in discovery science as in solution-led research.

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There are so many ways to get involved with the community in the School of Biological Sciences when you study with us. From seminars to ceilidhs, we aim to provide plenty of experiences for you to meet with your classmates in informal settings to get to know them. We invite your teachers along too! The University hosts an extensive range of clubs and societies here at Edinburgh. With more than 290 to choose from, you’re bound to find one that’s right for you. We recognise how important it is to offer the most enjoyable, comprehensive and useful student experience to ensure your future.

While you are a student with us, your future might seem far away, but it comes around quickly! We understand how important it is to offer a well-rounded, diverse and innovative experience to enable you to reach your goals and full potential. During your studies, you will do lots of different things to prepare for this future, from engaging with our Careers Service, to doing your own research project and making life-long connections with your peers.

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