MSc Drug Chemistry
Course overview
Qualification | Master's Degree |
Study mode | Full-time, Part-time |
Duration | 1 year |
Intakes | January, April, September |
Tuition (Local students) | RM 59,421 |
Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 127,067 |
Admissions
Intakes
Fees
Tuition
- RM 59,421
- Local students
- RM 127,067
- Foreign students
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- Foreign students
Student Visa
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- Foreign students
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Entry Requirements
- A Levels: AAB including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level.
- Scottish Qualification: AAABB at Higher Grade including Chemistry at grade A. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. Mathematics required at grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at a higher level. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required.
- International Baccalaureate: 35 points with Higher Level Chemistry at grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.
- Irish Leaving Certificate: A1A1A1B1B at Higher Level to include Chemistry at Grade A. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred.
- Access Qualification: 45 level 3 credits at Distinction, to include at least 15 level 3 credits in chemistry. Credits in maths, physics and biology are also desirable.
- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma): Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.
- Cambridge Pre-U: D3,D3,M2 in principal subjects including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level.
- PARTNERS - A Levels: BBB including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level. The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges.
- PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma): Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges.
- English Language Requirements: For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
- International Foundation Programme: If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Business and Management.
Curriculum
Stage 1
Compulsory Modules
- Basic Organic Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
- Elements of Physical Chemistry
- General Chemistry
- Introductory Physical Chemistry
- Structural and Inorganic Chemistry
- Analytical Methods and their Applications
Stage 2
Compulsory Modules
- Group Assignment in Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Bioactive Natural Products
- Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Structural Chemistry
Stage 3
Compulsory Modules
- Research Literature Project
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Medicinal Chemistry
- Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Stage 4
Compulsory Modules
- Research Project (60)
- Advanced Methods in Drug Discovery
- Advanced Problem Solving
Optional Modules
You take four modules from the following list:
- Selectivity and Stereocontrol in Organic Synthesis
- Further Organic Chemistry
- Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physical Chemistry II
- Catalyst Application and Design
- Further Inorganic Chemistry
- Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physical Chemistry I