Biopharmaceutical Development MSc at University of Leeds

Biopharmaceutical drugs are transforming the way we treat patients, fighting global diseases such as cancer and inflammatory diseases such as arthritis. Many pharmaceutical companies are expanding their biopharmaceutical capability, which is creating demand for talented, well-trained people.

Designed, developed and delivered in partnership with Covance, a major multinational pharmaceutical company, this masters provides a springboard for high-quality life science graduates wanting to start a career in the pharmaceutical industry or undertake further research in an academic environment.

Why should you study this course?

• Industry-relevant training designed to fast-track talented scientists into industry.

• An integrated understanding of the full biological drug development pathway.

• Focus on the discovery and development of large molecule drugs such as bio-similars, antibody-drug conjugates and gene therapies.

• A deep understanding of the regulatory framework.

• Access to cutting-edge practical technologies.

• World-leading tutors from academia and industry.

• Combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical training.

• Undertake a substantial research project.

Career opportunities

This course will help give you the experience and skills to become highly employable. This course is designed to train talented scientists wishing to pursue a career in drug development in the international biopharmaceutical industry or undertake further research in an academic environment.

On completion of the course you’ll have the relevant knowledge and experience to fast-track your career as, for example, an analytical scientist, project manager, or coordinator, in areas such as research, quality control, manufacturing, non-clinical, clinical, and market access. You’ll also be in a strong position to undertake further research at Leeds or elsewhere.

As a student on this course you’ll also have a high amount of exposure to senior industrialists working as tutors throughout the course and can take this opportunity to obtain career advice.