MSc Drug Chemistry

• A Levels: AAB including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level.
• Scottish Qualification: AAABB at Higher Grade including Chemistry at grade A. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. Mathematics required at grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at a higher level. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required.
• International Baccalaureate: 35 points with Higher Level Chemistry at grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.
• Irish Leaving Certificate: A1A1A1B1B at Higher Level to include Chemistry at Grade A. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred.
• Access Qualification: 45 level 3 credits at Distinction, to include at least 15 level 3 credits in chemistry.  Credits in maths, physics and biology are also desirable.
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma): Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.
• Cambridge Pre-U: D3,D3,M2 in principal subjects including Chemistry.  No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level.
• PARTNERS - A Levels: BBB including Chemistry. No additional science required but Mathematics, Physics, Biology preferred. GCSE Mathematics grade B required if not offered at a higher level. The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges.
• PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma): Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges.
• English Language Requirements: For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
• International Foundation Programme: If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Business and Management.

Stage 1

Compulsory Modules

• Basic Organic Chemistry
• Fundamentals of Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
• Elements of Physical Chemistry
• General Chemistry
• Introductory Physical Chemistry
• Structural and Inorganic Chemistry
• Analytical Methods and their Applications

Stage 2

Compulsory Modules

• Group Assignment in Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Bioactive Natural Products
• Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design
• Physical Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Structural Chemistry

Stage 3

Compulsory Modules

• Research Literature Project
• Advanced Organic Chemistry
• Advanced Medicinal Chemistry
• Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Stage 4

Compulsory Modules

• Research Project (60)
• Advanced Methods in Drug Discovery
• Advanced Problem Solving

Optional Modules

You take four modules from the following list:

• Selectivity and Stereocontrol in Organic Synthesis
• Further Organic Chemistry
• Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physical Chemistry II
• Catalyst Application and Design
• Further Inorganic Chemistry
• Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physical Chemistry I