Drug Discovery
University of East Anglia · Norwich, United Kingdom
About this programme
Our MSc in Drug Discovery immerses you in the world-leading research environment of the Norwich Research Park. You’ll explore every stage of the drug discovery process from target identification to market delivery, gaining cutting-edge laboratory and analytical skills. With hands-on research experience and expert guidance, you’ll graduate ready for PhD study or a successful career in pharmaceuticals, R&D, or project management.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £30,650 / year
- English
- IELTS 6
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
Degree classification Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent Degree Subject Pharmacology, Chemistry (organic or medicinal), pharmacy or related subjects (including Biochemistry and Biomedical Science)
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (12)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UEA+Sport Individual ScholarshipPartial funding
- International Early Payment Awards (September Start)Partial funding · Deposit by 26 June 2026; full fees by 17 August 2026
- 30% Final Year Undergraduate Continuation ScholarshipPartial funding · Automatic on enrolment (September 2026 / January 2027 entry)
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- International PG Merit Scholarship A (2026/7)Partial funding · Automatic on offer (2026/27 entry)