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Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Study level:
- Undergraduate
- Awarded by:
- Queen Mary, University of London
Course summary
Grow the skills needed to play a role in future drug development and design.
Fascinated by the world of medicine? Ever wondered how drugs are designed and made, and why they work? Study pharmaceutical chemistry to develop skills that will open doors to rewarding opportunities in a range of industries. You’ll learn how AI accelerates the drug discovery process, search for ways to combat diseases and viruses, and be at the forefront of medical research.
Pharmacology, biochemistry, cancer chemotherapy, inorganic chemistry, spectroscopy – these are just a few of the areas you’ll examine. All our modules are taught through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, augmented reality and lab simulation work, reflecting the challenges you’ll face as a pharmaceutical chemist.
A course designed by experts
High quality education is a priority for us. Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Trained in state-of-the-art labs. And taught by several award-winning academics. You’ll know the education you’re getting is cutting edge.
We regularly invite guest speakers and you can join our active student chemistry society. And you’ll also have the option of a year in industry where you can put your knowledge into action and boost your future success.
This programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, giving graduates Associate Member status.
Modules
Year 1
Essential Skills for Chemists
Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Semester A
Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Semester B
Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry
Foundations of Practical Chemistry
Fundamentals of Spectroscopy
States of Matter and Analytical Chemistry
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Assessment method
Each module is assessed through theory examinations and coursework.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F154
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- F154
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Including A Level Chemistry
Excluded subjects: General Studies and Critical Thinking
Please note:
You will also be excepted to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in a science discipline e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis, and we may request an interview. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not make offers of study purely on the basis of meeting grade requirements.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
6,5,5 from three HL subjects including Chemistry at HL
Extended Project
We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of five GCSE passes to include English and Maths at grade C or 4 or an acceptable equivalent will be required.
English language requirements
All applicants to Queen Mary must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course.
Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student and will require a Student Visa to enter the UK.
Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/englishlanguagerequirements/undergraduate-and-postgraduate-programmes/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our standard contextual offer: Grades BBC including B in Chemistry at A-Level.
Our enhanced contextual offer: Grades BCC including B in Chemistry at A-Level.
Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.
More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found on our contextualised admissions page below.
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please visit and search for your chosen course on our A-Z course finder at http://search.qmul.ac.uk/s/search.html?collection=queenmary-coursefinder-undergraduate&query=&sort=title - here you will find further details on fees and funding.
Please also visit our A-Z course finder to view the amount of fee you would need to pay if you are an International fee paying student.
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