Pharmacology MSc

King’s College London Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine

Full time September MSc 12 months FT

FindAMasters summary

Are you fascinated by the world of pharmacology? Our Pharmacology MSc programme offers you an exciting opportunity to delve deep into this field. Through hands-on laboratory practicals and projects in our state-of-the-art facilities, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how drugs work. With a strong emphasis on practical approaches and research skills, this course prepares you for a rewarding career in the pharmaceutical or research-related industries. Whether you have a medical degree or a first-class degree in a biomedical science, pharmacy, medicine, or chemistry with biological support, this programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in the field. Join us and unlock your potential in the world of pharmacology.

About the course

Our Pharmacology MSc will give you a deep understanding of pharmacology, and allow you to put this into practice through laboratory practicals and projects in our world-class facilities. We will train you in the design and execution of practical approaches to the mechanisms by which drugs act. This course will provide you with a strong platform from which to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical or research-related industries, or to continue in academic research with a PhD.

Entry Requirements

A medical degree (such as an MBBS) or a 2:1 first degree in a biomedical science, pharmacy, medicine or related subject or, in chemistry if the course includes sufficient biological support.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

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01 January 2024

Where will I study?

King’s College London

King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. We are dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place. King's is home to over 18,000 postgraduate students and attracts some of the best academic minds in the world. We are recognised for the global influence of our research and innovation and are amongst the world’s best universities for research excellence and power (REF 2021), creating the perfect environment for you to share and develop your passion. Our PhD completion rates at King’s are among the highest in the country and, with our Centre for Doctoral Studies, you can be sure to receive the best support to ensure success. Our students benefit from connections with employers, universities and organisations throughout London and across the globe.

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Alice

"Both taught and research components of the course were intellectually engaging and provided students with valuable skills to advance to PhD or a career in the pharmaceutical industry."