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BSc Medicinal Chemistry

University of Surrey

Institution
University of Surrey
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
F150

Entry requirements

A level: BBB / Required subjects: Chemistry and a second science subject. IB: 32 / Required subjects: Chemistry HL5/SL6 and a second science subject. BTEC: DDM

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, focusing on the intersection of chemistry and biology across a three-year undergraduate programme. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. The final year includes an extended practical research project culminating in a dissertation and an oral examination, where students work within academic research groups.

Modules

  • Cell Biology
  • Principles Of Analytical Chemistry
  • Periodicity And Reactivity Of The Elements
  • Essential Skills For Chemists And Pharmaceutical Scientists Part 1
  • Introduction To Principles Of Physiology And Practical Skills
  • Organic Structure, Reactivity And Functional Groups
  • Physical Processes In Chemistry
  • Essential Skills For Chemists And Pharmaceutical Scientists Part 2
  • Organic Carbon-Carbon Bond Formation And Heterocyclic Chemistry
  • Applied Organic Spectroscopy
  • Advances In Analytical Instrumentation
  • Materials Chemistry: Fundamentals To Application
  • Phases, Colloids And Electronic Transitions
  • Bioorganic Chemistry And Drug Discovery
  • Structure, Bonding And Reactions Of Inorganic Compounds
  • Pharmacology: Introduction To Drug Action
  • Computer Modelling In Chemistry
  • Organic Synthesis And Spectroscopy
  • Organometallic Chemistry, Molecular Symmetry And Inorganic Electronics
  • Topics In Computer Modelling
  • Advanced Pharmacology - Selected Topics In Drug Action
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Modern Methods In Physical Chemistry
  • Method Development And Applications In Analytical Chemistry
  • Bsc Research Project