Medicinal and Biological Chemistry BSc Hons

Fact File

  • UCAS code: FC17
  • Qualification: BSc Hons
  • Type and duration: 3 year UG
  • A level offer: AAB - BBB
  • Required subjects: three A2 levels with chemistry A2 level required at minimum grade B; biology, maths and physics to at least AS level preferred
  • IB score: 32 (6 in chemistry + 5 in other appropriate subjects at Higher Level)
  • Alternative qualifications: The University considers a wide range of alternative qualifications - click here for further details or see UCAS Course entry profiles - visit www.ucas.com
  • Extended Project: We welcome the introduction of the Extended Project and would encourage you to undertake one as it will help you develop independent study and research skills and ease the transition from school/college to higher education. Completion of an Extended Project will not, however, be a requirement of any offer made.
  • Course places: 15
  • Campus: University Park
  • Contact

    Prof Neil Thomas
    t: +44 (0) 115 951 3565
    neil.thomas@nottingham.ac.uk

  • Further information Chemistry

 

Medicinal and Biological Chemistry

Course overview

This course is built around a central core of chemistry modules integrated with fundamental topics in biochemistry, pharmacy and pharmacology, leading to an understanding of human disease and its treatment. It offers high quality training in the principles and practice of synthetic and analytical chemistry, together with an appreciation of topics at the forefront of medicinal chemistry research. For the MSci with an assessed year in industry, students spend the third year as a paid employee of an industrial firm, undertaking research and core modules by distance learning.

Year one

In the first year you will follow introductory courses in chemistry, physiology and pharmacology, biochemistry and microbiology, including practical training.

Year two

You will cover topics in physical, inorganic and organic chemistry in more depth, as well as complementary courses in spectroscopy, biological chemistry, physiology and pharmacology including a case study on the development of a recent drug.

Year three

You will follow advanced courses in organic, inorganic, biological and medicinal chemistry topics as well as options in neuroscience, toxicology and pharmacology. Oral and written transferable skills are developed through a scientific communication course.

By the end of the course

You will be well qualified for a career in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical and biotechnology industry, or for a postgraduate higher research or vocational degree. Graduates of CF71 will have developed their research skills to an advanced level, made important industry contacts, and will be able to offer employers evidence of extensive work experience.

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