MSc Pharmaceutical Medicine

The programme is designed to meet the needs of those working (or intending to work) in the specialty of pharmaceutical medicine, or those who require a professional qualification pertinent to pharmaceutical medicine. It is suitable for those practising within the pharmaceutical industry, the related fields of commerce, licensing authorities, or the public health service. 

The programme is designed to: 

• Enable students to secure further recognition as pharmaceutical medicine specialists 
• Give a greater understanding of pharmaceutical medicine in the domain of health care 
• Provide evidence of specialisation, which is increasingly required under EU legislation 
• Demonstrate proficiency across the whole field of pharmaceutical medicine through a system of continuous assessment 

The part-time and modular nature of the programme is well suited to busy people with additional work commitments, allowing a flexible rate of attendance (one to four modules per year). The MSc requires 180 credits, the Postgraduate Diploma requires 120 credits and the Postgraduate Certificate requires 60 credits.

Please note the Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate awards are named Clinical Research.