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Master of Chemistry with Drug Discovery (with Placement)
University of Strathclyde, UK
GBP 27800
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
48 months
Duration
6
IELTS
73
TOEFL
70%
Min GPA
Program Overview
In this course, you’ll study core chemistry classes blended with specialist courses on disease targets, design of selectively-acting prototype drugs, synthetic and mimetic strategies in producing drug prototypes, and the refinement of promising compounds.
Graduates of this course have excellent opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry as well as all the usual careers open to a professionally-accredited chemist.
You can study at a European university for one year of your degree. You can also spend your placement year abroad.
It’s possible to switch between the other MChem courses and also the following shorter BSc degrees within the first three years:
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Analytical Chemistry
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Forensic Chemistry
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry with Drug Discovery
Accreditation
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry for the purpose of fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered Chemist.
Study with us
- The only course of its kind in Scotland
- Tains a new generation of biologically and pharmaceutically-aware chemistry graduates whose mission is to invent better, safer drugs to fight and cure disease
- Taught in partnership with the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences and is designed in consultation with the major UK drug manufacturers
- Researchers at Strathclyde have made real and significant contributions to the fight against disease
- Ee have a strong relationship with GlaxoSmithKline and AstraZeneca, which improves job prospects after graduation
Additional Information
Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 21 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) 
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
27800
Tuition Fee
(GBP)
Free
Application Fee
(GBP)
9207 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(GBP)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Scholarships
Exciting News! University of Strathclyde Scholarship Opportunities Are Live! All the programs (PG) have automatic scholarships. Please take a look at the image and sheet for more details. For courses like Business Analysis & Consulting, Marketing, Data Analytics, the scholarship has been increased to 8000.
| Department | Scholarship For PG Students (GBP) | Scholarship For UG Students (GBP) | Link |
| Engineering | 5,000 GBP (Guaranteed) 7,000 - 10,000 (Merit based) | 20% of the annual tution fees (Application Based) | https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/engineeringglasgow850internationalmastersscholarshipsseptember2025/ |
| Science | 5,000 GBP (Guaranteed) 7,000 - 8,000 (Application based) | 5000 GBP - 7000 GBP | Offer holders will be emailed a link to the scholarship application form within four weeks of receiving their offer. https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/facultyofscienceinternationalexcellenceawardforpostgraduatetaughtmastersstudents/ |
| Humanities | 5,000 GBP - 7,000 GBP (Guaranteed) | 5000 GBP (Guaranteed) | https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/humanitiessocialsciencesglasgow850internationalmastersscholarshipsseptember2025/ |
| Business | 6,000 GBP- 8,000 GBP (Guaranteed) 9000 - 12,000 (Application based) | 20% of the annual tution fees (Application Based) | https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/sbsdeansexcellencescholarshipforinternationalstudents-september2025/ |
| MBA | 10,000 GBP (Guaranteed) upto 50 % ( Application based) | NA | https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/strathclydebusinessschoolmbadeansexcellenceawards/ |
Strathclyde Scholarships announced for September 2025
University of Strathclyde: Glasgow 850 International Masters Scholarships
Scholarships worth £5,000 - £8,000 will be automatically applied to eligible international applicants beginning postgraduate taught courses in September 2025.
This is to celebrate the 850th anniversary of the city of Glasgow, taking place in 2025. With roots going back to 1796 and a student population representing over 180 different nationalities, the University wishes to ensure that our international applicants are supported to join us in a historic year for Glasgow.
Full information on eligibility can be found on the scholarship listings below:
- Faculty of Engineering £5,000
- Humanities & Social Sciences: £5,000 - £7,000
- Faculty of Science £5,000
- Strathclyde Business School £6,000 - £8,000
Other scholarships for September 2025 entry
We also have a number of merit-based scholarships available for those beginning Postgraduate Taught courses. Full details below.
Faculty of Engineering
Dean’s International Excellence Awards
A scholarship award worth £7,000 - £10,000 offered to students demonstrating academic excellence.
Faculty of Science
International Excellence Awards
A scholarship award worth £7,000 - £8,000 offered to students demonstrating academic excellence.
Strathclyde Business School
Dean’s Excellence Award
A scholarship award of £9,000 - £12,000 offered to students demonstrating academic excellence.
EU Scholarships
EU Engagement Scholarships
EU Engagement Scholarships worth £5,000 - £10,000 are available to EU applicants beginning full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught courses in September 2025.
Alumni Scholarships
Strathclyde graduates are eligible for a 15% tuition fee discount on postgraduate taught courses beginning in September 2025. All alumni will be eligible for the discount, including those who have studied at Strathclyde on an exchange or study abroad programme.
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