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    Clinical Pharmacology

    University of Glasgow

    University of Glasgow

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    United Kingdom, Glasgow

    University RankQS Ranking
    78

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Gilmorehill

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines19-Sep-2026
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    Duration 12 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 34,470  / year
    Next Intake 19-Sep-2026

    Clinical Pharmacology

    About

    Offers focused training integrating basic and clinical sciences, and equipping students with the essential skills required to function effectively as a clinical pharmacologist in the 21st century. You will acquire core skills, enabling an appreciation of how to apply clinical pharmacological, regulatory and ethical principles to the optimisation of therapeutic practice and clinical research. Crucially, in addition to a firm grasp of the principles of molecular pharmacology, you will also gain foundational knowledge in the emerging science of pharmacogenomics and personalised medicine.

    Watch our latest Ask Your Academic webinar to find out more about this programme.
  • One of a few UK postgraduate programmes that cover clinical pharmacology in sufficient detail to allow you to make an informed choice about pursuing clinical pharmacology as a career.
  • Gain hands-on experience in molecular methods and analysis along with critical interpretation of genomic literature, enabling you to analyse, synthesise and formulate an action plan for personalised patient care.
  • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
  • Learn the basics of molecular genetics and population genetics as applied to pharmacogenetics and gene therapy.
  • Engage in, and contribute to, discussions about therapeutic issues in the commercial and academic research environments.
  • Undertake your own research project under expert supervision, allowing you to consolidate your knowledge and apply the skills you have acquired.
  • Benefit from the close involvement of clinical academics and visiting lecturers from the pharmaceutical industry and national drug regulatory bodies
  • Specifically designed to prepare you for future senior roles within the pharmaceutical medicine.
  • Guest lecturers have recently included staff from Pfizer, Servier, Johnson & Johnson and the Scottish Medicines Consortium.
  • +++ Integrated PhD - excel from your undergraduate degree Our IPhD allows you to combine your Masters degree with a PhD in the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences.
  • Only one visa required
  • 1 + 3 + 1 study format
  • Become a subject matter expert
  • The IPhD is your passport towards changing the world. Learn more about the Integrated PhD opportunity. --- Main Campus Location This programme is undertaken at the Gilmorehill Campus, in the West End of Glasgow. Easy to travel to by bus, subway, train or car.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Medicine, Pharmacy and Bioscience/Biological degrees.

    We may also accept degrees in Pharmaceutical Engineering, Bioengineering Nursing, and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

    We may also accept applicants with significant relevant work experience in addition to lower qualifications.

    English Program Requirements

    For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

    International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)

    • 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0
    • IELTS One Skill Retake Accepted
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    Common equivalent English language qualifications for entry to this programme

    TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome)

    • 90 overall with Reading 20; Listening 19; Speaking 19; Writing 21
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements, this includes TOEFL mybest.

    Pearsons PTE Academic

    • 59 with minimum 59 in all subtests
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)

    • 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    Oxford English Test

    • 7 overall with no subtest less than 6
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    LanguageCert Academic SELT

    • 70 overall with no subtest less than 60
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    Password Skills Plus

    • 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    Trinity College Tests

    • Integrated Skills in English II & III & IV: ISEII Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests
    • Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.

    University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

    • Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.

    Alternatives to English Language qualification

    • Degree from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
      • students must have studied for a minimum of 2 years at Undergraduate level, or 9 months at Master's level, and must have completed their degree in that majority-English speaking country within the last 6 years.
    • Undergraduate 2+2 degrees from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
      • students must have completed their final two years study in that majority-English speaking country within the last 6 years.

    For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept UKVI approved Secure English Language Tests (SELT) but we do not require a specific UKVI SELT for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.

    Pre-sessional courses

    The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses. We would strongly encourage you to consider the pre-sessional courses at the University of Glasgow's English for Academic Study (EAS) Unit. Our Pre-sessional courses are the best way to bring your English up to entry level for University study. Our courses give you:

    • direct entry to your University programme for successful students (no need to take IELTS)
    • essential academic skills to help you study effectively at University
    • flexible entry dates so you can join the right course for your level.

    For more detail on our pre-sessional courses please see:

    We can also consider the pre-sessional courses accredited by the below BALEAP approved institutions to meet the language requirements for admission to our postgraduate taught degrees:

    • Heriot Watt
    • Kingston Upon Thames
    • Middlesex University
    • Manchester University
    • Reading University
    • Edinburgh University
    • ST Andrews University
    • UCL
    • Durham.

    For further information about English language requirements, please contact the Recruitment and International Office using our enquiry form

    Career

    Career opportunities include positions in:

  • academia
  • health care
  • pharmaceutical industry
  • return to more advanced positions within a previous clinical environment eg pharmacists, clinicians
  • PhD study
  • Related job positions include:
  • anaesthetics trainee (NHS)
  • clinical research fellow
  • medical doctor (NHS)
  • medical sales rep
  • medical writer
  • pharmacist
  • quality control supervisor
  • Some graduates went on to study for PhDs in:
  • cardiovascular sciences
  • medicine (pharmacogenomics)
  • molecular pharmacology
  • pharmacology
  • one graduate also went on to teacher training (PGDE Secondary Biology)
  • Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 34,470 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
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