MChem Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

The University of Manchester

United Kingdom, Manchester

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The University of Manchester

United Kingdom , Manchester

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

F152

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 37,800 / year

Next Intake September-2026

MChem Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

About

Gain strong foundation in core chemistry, supplemented by specialist knowledge of medicinal chemistry.
Take course units that cover biochemistry, medicines and drug discovery, and the major disease areas to complement your core chemistry studies.
Gain considerable practical laboratory experience.
Study at a university ranked 4th in the UK and 6th in Europe for Chemistry (QS World University Rankings 2024).
We're among the most targeted universities by the UK's leading graduate employers ( High Fliers Research 2024 ).
Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry is a highly flexible degree programme covering a wide range of courses taught by chemists, pharmacists, biologists and industrial medicinal chemists. It provides a strong foundation in core chemistry, supplemented by specialist knowledge of medicinal chemistry.

In addition to core chemistry units you take top-rated courses such as foundation biology, medicinal biochemistry and a number of courses on drug discovery and development from experts within chemistry and other Faculties.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

37 points overall with 7,6,6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry and at least one other science or mathematics subject.

We will accept Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.

English Program Requirements

All applicants to the University (from the UK and overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency.

The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either:

GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade 4/C 
IELTS 6.5 overall with no sub-skill below 6.0
TOEFL iBT 90 overall with no subscore below 20. We do not accept TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition. 
An acceptable equivalent qualification

Where specified, we also require grade 1 or 2 in the Oral Exam component of the iGCSE English Language (first or second language) qualification.

Please note that if you hold English as a Second Language iGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above.

Career

Career opportunities

Graduate with a degree from The University of Manchester's Chemistry Department and you'll be in demand among top graduate employers.*

Our chemistry graduates are skilled in scientific methodology and are numerate, versatile and creative, making them attractive to employers from a range of sectors. As a medicinal chemistry graduate you will benefit from having an interdisciplinary grounding in both traditional chemistry and biochemistry, taught by leading academics in their field and industrialists from major pharmaceutical companies.

Around half of our graduates get their first job directly using their chemical knowledge; 25% go on to study a further degree; and the remaining 25% opt for diversecareers in a variety of industries. Roles that graduates opt for include:

AnalyticalChemistry;
Biotechnology
Science Communication;
Finance;
Management;
Computing;
IT.

Whatever field you choose, a chemistry degree can open the doors through a variety of opportunities, preparing you for work in a lab, or providing you with the analytical skills vital for success as a graduate in both ascientific and non-scientific environment.

Integrated Masters'

With an additional year of study,you are able togain additional specialist knowledge in analytical or medicinal chemistry.You are also able tospend yourYear 3 abroad or in industry, gaining highly sought after life skills and demonstrating a proven ability to adapt to new environments, attributes which will make you highly attractive to future employers.

Careers Service

Throughout the academic year, we run an extensive programme of employability events to further enhance your employment prospects, most of which are open to all students from all years. These events are run in collaboration with the University's award winning Careers Service , involving various alumni, employers and the Royal Society of Chemistry, and include numerous drop-in sessions. Additionally, the Careers Service commits to supporting you for two years after your graduation, helping you to have the best start possible afteruniversity.

* (Graduate Market in 2024 - High Flier's Research)

Accrediting organisations

MChem Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry as satisfying the academic requirements for admission to Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry (MRSC) and the award of CChem (Chartered Chemist) for graduates with a first or second class honours degree.

Associated organisations

Graduates are eligible for Affiliate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry at a reduced rate. On graduation you can proceed to Associate or Full membership and Chartered Chemist Status (depending on degree class).