MChem Medicinal Chemistry
Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Chemistry and a second Science subject + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6. IB: 36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level to include Higher Level Chemistry and a second Science subject + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6.
About this course
MChem in Chemistry, focusing on medicinal chemistry and drug development. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Statistics, and Microelectronics. The four-year programme includes practical laboratory classes and specialized coursework in organic and inorganic chemistry.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry 1
- Medicinal Chemistry 1
- Fundamental Laboratory Skills
- Instrumental Methods of Analysis
- Practical Skills for Chemistry 1
- Inorganic Chemistry 1
- Physical Chemistry 1
- Structural Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry 2
- Inorganic Chemistry 2
- Industrial and Green Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry 2
- Principles of Medicinal Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry 3
- Advanced Chemistry Options
- Drug Development
- Organic Chemistry 3: Structure and Reactivity
- Advanced Practical Work in Chemistry
- Advanced Organic Synthesis
- Chemical Research Project
- Frontiers in Drug Development (Medicinal Chemistry 4)
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- Frontiers in Sustainable Chemistry