Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Our pharmaceutical chemistry msci degree gives you the chance to explore all the fundamentals of organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry and pharmacology while developing a specialism in pharmaceutics. where this course differs from the pharmaceutical chemistry bsc(hons) degree is that the third year of the msci is a compulsory uk placement year in industry, a government agency or academic research group. we’ll support you to find a place that’s right for you and wherever you choose to go, you’ll complete academic assignments alongside your work experience.

In the third year of this course, you’ll get the chance to step out of the classroom and into the real world on a compulsory placement year working for an organisation related to your areas of interest. this is when you’ll really be able to see your knowledge in action, pick up invaluable skills for your future career and boost your employability to help you hit the ground running after graduation.

• Type: Mandatory

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• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

As a graduate of this course, you may consider a career in a wide range of scientific areas, including chemical analysis, chemical manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical analysis, production and process control, research and teaching. previous graduates from courses in the subject area of chemistry have gone on to roles such as analyst at als environmental, analytical scientist at sequani, microbiological analyst at microsearch laboratories ltd, qc analyst at ernest jackson & co ltd and operations and technical support assistant at national nuclear laboratory.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Huddersfield has partnerships with the following companies: