BSc (Hons) Chemistry for Drug Discovery and Development

Bachelor's degree

In Lincoln

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Lincoln

  • Duration

    3 Years

Join the fight against disease by learning how to create better and safer drugs for society with a degree in Chemistry for Drug Discovery and Development.

Our BSc (Hons) Chemistry for Drug Discovery and Development aims to develop skills in the design and development of active molecules, all the way through to the final pharmaceutical products available to patients. Students can gain knowledge of synthetic chemistry and develop experience in drug formulation and manufacture within the regulatory context of the pharmaceutical industry. This will involve substantial practical experience of advanced laboratory techniques.

On this programme, students have the opportunity to develop a comprehensive knowledge of chemistry alongside subject-specific and generic skills to develop a strong understanding of how chemistry is applied to problems with direct impact on society. Our programmes are designed to produce highly employable graduates with a broad background in academic chemistry and significant experience of the application of chemistry in contexts relevant to society and industry.

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Lincoln (Lincolnshire)
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About this course

Chemistry graduates may pursue a wide range of science-related careers in sectors including energy, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and consumer and personal care products.

As well as the opportunities available to Chemistry graduates, those with specialisms in drug discovery and development can also aim for careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. This can involve positions in molecular diagnostics, bioanalysis, and immunology. Some graduates may choose to continue their studies at postgraduate level.

United Kingdom
GCE Advanced Levels: BBC, to include a grade B from A Level Chemistry.

International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall, with Higher Level Grade 5 in Chemistry.

BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science: Distinction, Merit, Merit

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Subjects

  • Systems
  • Industry
  • Drug Discovery
  • Introduction
  • Chemistry
  • Bonding
  • Structure
  • Electronic
  • Mechanism
  • Pharmaceutical

Course programme

First Year
  • Core Chemistry 1.1: Introduction to Energy, Change and Electronic Structure (Core)
  • Core Chemistry 1.2: Molecular Structure, Bonding and Mechanism (Core)
  • Introduction to Pharmaceutical Science (Core)
  • Introduction to Professional Practice (Core)
  • Practical Chemistry 1.1: Fundamental laboratory techniques (Core)
  • Practical Chemistry 1.2: Introduction to synthetic methodologies and molecular characterisation (Core)
  • Professional Practice 1: Analytical Sciences (Core)
Second Year
  • Core Chemistry 2.1: Stability, Structure and Mechanism in Molecular Systems (Core)
  • Core Chemistry 2.2: Chemistry of Activated Systems and Radicals (Core)
  • Drug Formulation and Delivery (Core)
  • Fundamentals of Pharmacology & Toxicology (Core)
  • Practical Chemistry 2.1: Organic synthesis, purification and advanced characterisation (Core)
  • Practical Chemistry 2.2: Inorganic synthesis and structural methods (Core)
  • Professional Practice 2.2: Pharmaceutical Sciences (Core)
Third Year
  • Advanced Pharmacology (Core)
  • Core Chemistry 3.1: Defining Shape, Symmetry and Stereochemistry (Core)
  • Core Chemistry 3.2: Heterogeneous Systems, Surfaces and Nanoscience (Core)
  • Practical Chemistry 3.1: Advanced techniques in IO-chemistry (Core)
  • Regulation, Quality and Ethics for the Pharmaceutical Scientist (Core)
  • Structured project (Core)

Additional information

Full-time - International - £15,900 per level

Part-time - UK/EU  - £77.00 per credit point

BSc (Hons) Chemistry for Drug Discovery and Development

Price on request