Organic Chemistry: Drug Discovery
Applications for September 2025 is open now. Further information about UCL graduate programmes can be found on the UCL Graduate degrees page. This programme is also accredited by the RSC (Royal Society of Chemistry).
The Organic Chemistry: Drug Discovery programme has been developed in response to the needs of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for highly qualified students as leaders in the discovery of new medicines. The pharmaceutical sector is a major employer in the UK and high-quality graduates with an understanding of the sector are always in demand. Our recent graduates have taken up PhD positions, are working in industry and have entered teacher training.
Degree Structure:
The programme provides a thorough foundation in drug design, advanced organic synthesis and biological chemistry, together with modules on research techniques, professional development and entrepreneurship. Students will carry out a substantial research project on organic/medicinal chemistry or chemical biology over a ten-month period.
MSc students undertake modules to the value of 180 credits. Please read the UCL Prospectus for full course information.