Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry (with Industrial Training Year) MChem Honours (F124)

This professionally accredited MChem degree includes an industrial placement year and a year of advanced study at Master's level. It provides a good basis for a PhD or career in research.

You gain a thorough understanding of all the main areas of chemistry, alongside in-depth knowledge of those aspects of chemistry that are important to the pharmaceutical industry.
In Stage 3 you take a paid year in industry. It is a great opportunity for you to gain first-hand experience in the chemical sector.

In Stage 4, you take advanced modules such as advanced methods in drug discovery, and organic synthesis for drug targets.

Your specialist medicinal chemistry topics include:

• cancer chemotherapy
• enzymology
• toxicology

Supported by our research-active staff, you also conduct an extended research project in an area of chemistry of your choice, contributing to knowledge at the cutting edge of the field.