About the course

Our Pharmaceutical Sciences programme explores the life of medicine, from drug discovery to manufacture and quality control.

　　On this course, you’ll be immersed in the development of world-class medicine, benefiting from hands-on learning in dedicated laboratory facilities. Throughout your studies, you’ll learn from industry experts to gain a comprehensive understanding of the developments and challenges of the global pharmaceutical industry.

　　Employability is at the core of this programme. At Surrey, you’ll develop specialist theoretical knowledge and exceptional laboratory skills that will prepare you for a successful career in industry or further study. On your year in industry, you’ll also benefit from professional training opportunities through our renowned network of 2300 partner organisations. The programme prepares you to become a highly effective practitioner in areas at the forefront of pharmaceutical knowledge. We’ll support you to develop a breadth of knowledge of the pharmaceuticals process, and its application to industry. Through problem-based learning, you’ll develop an ability to work in multiple settings and have the independent thinking skills to respond to different challenges.

　　Modules cover the life of pharmaceuticals, from Drug Design and Discovery, Formulation and Manufacture to Quality Control. You will complete a laboratory-based research project in our world-class facilities and learn from specialist module content focusing on current knowledge and industrial standards in the pharmaceutical field. You will develop the skills to interrogate and integrate diverse sources of scientific literature, to design and develop methods for investigation and analysis. 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: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 2 (February), 2024	Guildford
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Guildford
Semester 2 (February), 2025	Guildford
Semester (September), 2025	Guildford

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Surrey

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacy or chemistry, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.

　　IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element.

　　TOEFL (ibt) - 88 overall with 12 in Reading, 11 in Listening, 17 in Speaking and 23 in Writing

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Surrey. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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