University of Huddersfield - Pharmaceutical Sciences MSc by Research

University of Huddersfield

Pharmaceutical Sciences MSc by Research

A Master's by Research (MSc) allows you to undertake a one year (full-time) research degree. It contains little or no formal taught component. This type of study gives you the chance to explore a research topic over a shorter time than a more in-depth doctoral programme.

Research Master's students choose a specific project to work on and have a greater degree of independence in their work than is the case with a taught Master’s course.

You’ll be expected to work to an approved programme which you will develop in conjunction with your supervisor within the first few months of starting your studies. Whilst undertaking the research project you will also have the opportunity to develop your research skills by taking part in training courses and events.

At the end of the project you write up your findings in the form of a short thesis of around 25,000 words, which will then be examined.

On successful completion, you will be awarded your degree and if you have enjoyed this taste of research you may then decide to apply for the full research doctoral degree (PhD).

You will be appointed a main supervisor who will normally be part of a supervisory team, comprising up to three members. The research supervisor will advise and support you on your project.

Entry Requirements

  • The normal entry requirements for enrolment on an MSc by Research is an upper second honours degree (2.1) from a UK university or a qualification of an equivalent standard, in a discipline appropriate to that of the proposed program to be followed.
  • IELTS is 6.0 overall with the written element at least 6.0 with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable

Course Details

There are several research topics available for this degree. See below examples of research areas 

Research Topics

Design of novel mucosal drug delivery formulations
Identification of MS biomarkers
Novel formulation approaches to improve delivery and efficacy of drugs
Novel formulation approaches to improve delivery and efficacy of drugs
Particle engineering and solubility enhancements of pharmaceuticals
Pharmaceutical application of Biopolymers
Pharmaceutical applications of clays
Repurposing drugs for the treatment of inflammatory conditions
UV imaging in Pharmaceuticals
Ungunal/Transungual drug delivery

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