Pharmaceutical Science with Management Studies

At Kingston University, we provide a comprehensive and industry-focused Pharmaceutical Science MSc. You will gain an understanding of processes used in clinical trials and in the development, manufacture and regulation of medicines.

Our course blends theory with practical laboratory experience, preparing you for a career in drug development, quality control or regulatory affairs. The course is taught by experts in pharmaceutical sciences, many of whom have extensive industry experience.

Our work spaces are equipped with the latest technology. The £9.8 million Eadweard Muybridge building offers state-of the art laboratories, including labs dedicated to pharmaceutical science. As an MSc student, you’ll have access to industry-standard facilities for practical experiments, preparing you for real-world challenges. 

The course covers essential topics such as pharmaceutical chemistry, drug formulation, regulatory affairs and good manufacturing practices (GMP). Whilst expert teaching staff with experience of working within regulatory bodies, offer specialised topics like pharmacovigilance. Kingston’s links with the pharmaceutical industry provide valuable opportunities for internships, placements and collaborations.

By the end of the course, you’ll be confident to plan, carry out, and communicate findings from an extensive independent research piece. You’ll also develop the critical thinking, research, and technical skills needed to excel in the pharmaceutical industry or pursue a PhD.

Students who choose the Management Studies pathway will gain scientific knowledge in a vocational context. This option is ideal if you aspire to management roles in this industry.