Pharmacology MSc at Kings College London

Our Pharmacology MSc will give you a deep understanding of pharmacology, and allow you to put this into practice through laboratory practicals and projects in our world-class facilities. We will train you in the design and execution of practical approaches to the mechanisms by which drugs act. This course will provide you with a strong platform from which to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical or research-related industries, or  to continue in academic research with a PhD.

Key benefits

• We are ranked 14th in the world for Pharmacy & Pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019).
• A central London location equipped with first- class laboratory, IT, library and study facilities.
• An opportunity to plan and design as well as to pursue your own original research.
• Preparation for a career in drug research and related industries.

Description

The taught component of the course includes a compulsory lecture-based module in which you will study systems and cellular pharmacology, which is complemented by a lab-based practical module. You will also undertake projects to develop your critical thinking and research skills, such as a literature research module, a research design module and a lab-based practical research project.

On the MSc you will take 180 credits including a 60 credit research project. 

Career prospects

Our extensive training in research skills mean that many of our graduates go on to PhD research degrees, or transfer their skills and knowledge to work in the pharmaceutical or research-related industries.