The MSc Pharmacology and Drug Development at the University of Hull is a full-time 1 Year Postgraduate program in the field of Medical & Life Sciences. Delivered at the University's Cottingham Road campus in Hull, United Kingdom, the course offers a balanced mix of academic study and practical experience.
Ideal for Bangladeshi students and other international applicants, this program provides high-quality education at a full-time competitive international tuition fee of £ 31,900 Starting each September, it is designed to equip students with essential skills for advanced study and professional growth.
The University of Hull offers modern facilities and a supportive environment, ensuring international students receive the guidance and resources needed for success. With a welcoming campus community and dedicated support services, Bangladeshi students can confidently plan their study abroad journey in the United Kingdom through this program.
Course Highlights
This MSc in Pharmacology and Drug Development will provide you with unique and unrivalled opportunities to immerse yourself in the clinical, basic science and industrial aspects of pharmacology. You will gain the skills to play an active role in developing the next generation of drugs - either from first principles in the lab, testing in clinical trials, or taking new products to clinic.
This programme is built around five core modules and two optional modules. These modules will give you the fundamental principles of pharmacology and the clinical relevance of drugs for the major organ systems, whilst demonstrating the drug development process, from initial drug design to understanding the importance of clinical trials. You will finish your year with us by conducting a significant research project in either basic or applied pharmacology to generate novel and cutting-edge research findings. The project, which can be lab or non lab based, will be supported by clinical and industry supervisors in the Centre for Biomedicine, which has a strong record of producing publishable work.
Course Modules
Core
Optional
Learning Structure
With philosophy of research-led teaching, you will be taught through a combination of practicals, lectures, seminars, tutorials and independent study. Some of these sessions may be online, whilst others will involve external speakers. This combination of different teaching activities allows you to broaden and deepen your learning around the topics in this programme.
Students are exposed to how the pharmaceutical industry works via, 1:1 sessions with a pharmaceutical tutor, a site visit and seminars delivered by experts from pharmacological industry.
Entry Requirements
- A 4-year Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline with CGPA 2.75 or 55% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.
- Applicants must have previous training in human or mammalian biology (e.g. graduates from medical, biomedical, or biological undergraduate courses), chemistry or pharmacology or other related fields.
English Language Requirements
Listening
6.0
Reading
6.0
Writing
6.0
Speaking
6.0
Documentary Evidence List
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor degree)
- Degree certificate
- English test (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE/ Duolingo - UKVI accepted)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- 2 Recommendation Letters (LORs)
- Updated CV/ Resume
- Research Proposal (for Research/ PhD)
- Work experience certificate(s) (if study gap)
- Passport copy
Study Gaps
For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
To strengthen your profile, it is important to:
- Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
- Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
- Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.
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Last reviewed on 16 September 2025.