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Master of Science - Drug Discovery and Toxicology

University of Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire campus — Hertfordshire, East of England, United Kingdom

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
September 2027
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,950
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The MSc Drug Discovery and Toxicology course gives students in-depth knowledge of the scientific basis of drug discovery with a particular emphasis on toxicology, the science behind the safety of drugs. At the University of Hertfordshire they make full use of their geographical location at the heart of the UK pharmaceutical industry attracting numerous expert contributions from industry professionals such as GSK and Astra Zeneca. This Master's course will cover all aspects of new medicine research and development from identifying novel targets through drug screening to clinical trials of candidate medicines. With excellent facilities, emphasis on practical work, and teaching underpinned by the latest research, students will be qualified for research and development positions in pharmaceutical companies including discovery biology and toxicology, as well as a wide range of other non-laboratory roles in industry. The University has strong links with big pharma research sites nearby which provide students with the opportunity for numerous guest lecturers from the industry as well as networking opportunities. In addition to this, the state of the art Science Building provides excellent facilities for laboratory based studies, including QPCR, cell culture, protein analysis, isolated tissue studies and immunohistochemistry. On this Drug Discovery and Toxicology Master's course, students will have the opportunity to complete a laboratory based research project in their chosen area of interest ranging across options in toxicology and pharmacology of drug discovery. Currently available projects include Gastrointestinal Pharmacology; Angiogenesis; Cancer; Molecular Pharmacology of Vascular Disease; Diabetic Neuropathic Pain; Parkinson’s Disease; Toxicology of New Smoking Devices; and Toxicology of Novel Psychoactive Substances.
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Field of study
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Credential
Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
GBP 17,950
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Hertfordshire campus

Hertfordshire, East of England, United Kingdom

De Havilland Campus, Mosquito Way, Hatfield

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Graduate Route
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About the Institution

The University of Hertfordshire is the UK's leading business-facing university and an exemplar in the sector. It is innovative and enterprising and challenges individuals and organizations to excel. The University of Hertfordshire is one of the region's largest employers with over 2,700 staff and a turnover of more than £238 million. With a student community of over 25,300 including more than 2,800 international students from 100 different countries, the University has a global network of over 210,000 alumni. It continues to rise up the national rankings. Why the University of Hertfordshire Hi...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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