Drug Design and Discovery MSc

Middlesex University

United Kingdom, London

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Middlesex University

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

PGF150

Campuses

Hendon campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,100 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Drug Design and Discovery MSc

About

Why choose Drug Design and Discovery MSc at Middlesex?

This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of how drugs are made as well as offering you advanced knowledge of computational analytical and/or synthetic techniques.

This flexible course offers optional modules to ensure the course is accessible to a wide audience from a broad scientific background including pharmacy, chemistry, biology, and biomedical sciences, and at the same time provides advanced knowledge of subject-specific areas.

What you will gain

Our academics have strong links and years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry will share their knowledge and expertise with you.

You will learn the knowledge and laboratory skills essential for pursuing careers within the drug discovery field including:

Understanding of the principles of the drug discovery process as well as advanced topics such as, nanotechnology and/or cheminformatics
Experience of analytical or synthetic techniques used in diagnostic and/or pharmaceutical research.
High level of research and problem-solving skills
Creativity, innovation or business acumen.

You will apply your knowledge to practicals in our newly renovated laboratories that are equipped with the latest facilities for chemical, analytical and biological analyses.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

We welcome students from the UK and all over the world. Join students from over 122 countries and discover why so many international students call our campus home:

Quality teaching with top facilities plus flexible online learning
Welcoming north London campus that's only 30 minutes from central London
Work placements and networking with top London employers
Award-winning career support to get you where you want to go after university.

Qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the accepted qualifications on your country's support page. If you are unsure of the suitability of your qualifications or would like help with your application, please contact your nearest international office.

English language

You will need to meet our English language requirements. And, don’t worry If you don't meet our minimum English language requirements, as we offer a Pre-sessional English course.

Visas

To study with us in the UK, you might need a Student visa. Please check to see if this applies to you.

English Program Requirements

IELTS both online and paper-based exams accepted. Candidates can also re-sit a single component within 60 days of taking their test through IELTS OneSkill. MDX will accept certificates with a OneSKill retake component

6.0 (with 5.5 in each component)

6.0 (with 6 in Reading & Writing, min 5.5 in other components)

6.5 (with 6.0 in each component); *MA Scriptwriting and MA Novel Writing (DE)– must have minimum
6.5 overall with 6.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and a minimum
7.0 in Written component; ** Sport Rehabilitation and Soft Tissue Therapy MSc and Sport
Rehabilitation and Return to Play MSc – must have a minimum of 6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component

7.0 * All Nursing/Midwifery BSc courses must have 7.0 overall with 7.0 in written component; ** All BSc Healthcare Science BSc courses must have 7.0 overall with 6.5 in written component

Career

Careers

How can the Drug Design and Discovery MSc support your career?

Our postgraduate courses have been recognised for their ability to support your career.

We are a top 10 UK University for employability (UniCompare Rankings 2025), and a top 10 UK university for industry connections and funding in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024.

This MSc course provides a broad overview of the drug discovery and development process and is designed for as preparation for either PhD-level research or a career in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.

Potential employers include pharmaceutical companies such as GlaxoSmithKline, Eli Lilly, AstraZeneca, as well as contract research organisations. Students can also pursue non-laboratory careers such as, with a government regulatory body, science education, project management, and intellectual property (patent law).

MDXworks

MDXworks, our employability service, will help you make the most of your experience and connections to achieve your career goals. You'll have unlimited access to one-to-one advice and support from specialists in your sector plus 24/7 online support. You can also make the most of events and networking opportunities, on and off campus.

Global alumni network

You’ll be studying with students from 122 countries who’ll become part of your personal global network. You'll learn how to work with a global mindset and make invaluable connections on your course for your chosen industry.