About the course

Our MChem degree in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry is designed to equip you with the skills needed to work in the pharmaceutical industry and allied sectors while also developing your scientific research skills. Research in chemistry plays a vital role in the understanding of disease and the development of effective medicines. The search for new drugs to tackle cancer, heart disease and infections reamins an important challenge at the forefront of medical research. Advances in global healthcare rely on highly skilled graduates with research skills and a strong background in organic chemistry, coupled with a broad understanding of pharmacology and related biochemical areas. The MChem in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry makes ideal preparation for students keen to contribute to the drug discovery and development of the future or who have an interest in industrial or academic research. MChem Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry provides you with the opportunity to study chemistry as a major subject along with subjects allied to the medical and pharmaceutical industries. For instance, in year one you will develop a sound understanding of the core chemistry principles, while in year two you will deepen your knowledge of the principles of biological chemistry with an emphasis on topics which are relevant to the medical and pharmaceutical industry. The biological modules do not depend on having a background in biology.

　　In year three further advanced topics relevant to medicinal and biological chemistry are studied and two investigative projects are undertaken. You will also carry out an in-depth literature review of a key topic, leading to specialised knowledge in a particular field.

　　In the final year of the MChem you will further develop the skills required for original scientific research by conducting your dissertation and an extended research project.

　　Across the duration of your undergraduate studies you will gain practical hands-on laboratory experience in our state-of-the-art STEMLab facilities. You have the opportunity to add further value to your time at Loughborough by spending a placement year in industry gaining highly sought-after workplace experience or by exploring options for study abroad. As a student of chemistry at Loughborough you will benefit from high levels of pastoral support, a peer-mentoring scheme, and the compelling insights of our renowned academic staff, many of whom are active in research with far-reaching impact. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 5 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Loughborough
Autumn (September), 2025	Loughborough

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Loughborough University

A-Level:ABB including Chemistry and preferably one other Science or Maths

　　IB:34 (6,5,5 HL) including HL Chemistry and preferably one other science or Maths at HL

　　BTEC:BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science: DDM to include the following optional modules: Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Applications of Organic Chemistry, Industrial Chemical Reactions, Practical Chemical Analysis.

　　GCSE:GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4

　　IELTS: 6.5 Overall with 6.0 in each individual element.

　　TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 92, with not less than 22 in each test

　　TOEFL pBT: 160

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

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