Medicinal Chemistry Bachelors & Masters in London

Program University Student satis­faction Unem­ployed Drop­out Tuition (UK) Tuition (Inter­national) UCAS Tariff City
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry Msci (Hons) Imperial College of Science 80% 10% 0% £9250 £41650 175 London On campus Full-time
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry and a Year in Industry Msci (Hons) Imperial College of Science 88% 10% 0% £9250 £41650 179 London On campus Full-time
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry with Professional Placement MChem MChem Kingston University 69% 0% 0% £9250 - 88 Kingston upon Thames On campus Full-time
Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry MChem MChem Kingston University 69% 0% 0% £9250 - 88 Kingston upon Thames On campus Full-time
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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Medicinal Chemistry

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023

Current jobs

Among graduates of Medicinal Chemistry who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Medicinal Chemistry

  • Design and execution of experiments
  • Ability to purify and identify products and compounds
  • Data analysis and mathematical modeling
  • Development of scientific models and simulations
  • Ability to conduct research and stay abreast of industry advancements
  • Ability to use creativity and critical thinking skills
  • Effective cross- functional communication
  • Project and time management

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Medicinal Chemistry who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023

Jobs of graduates of Medicinal Chemistry (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Medicinal Chemistry at Northumbria University

40% Process, plant and machine operatives
30% Administrative occupations
10% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Sales occupations
10% Caring personal services
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023

Grading & Study Time

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Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Medicinal Chemistry, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

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