Medicinal Chemistry is a specialised research area within the Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences postgraduate research programmes (MPhil), focusing on the design, synthesis, and development of compounds with therapeutic potential. The programme aims to equip students with the knowledge and expertise required for careers in the pharmaceutical industry, academia, and healthcare-related fields.

Research in this area is highly collaborative, involving partnerships with virologists and biochemists across Europe and the United States. Students work within a well-equipped research environment that supports advanced chemical and pharmaceutical investigations, enabling the development and analysis of novel drug candidates.

The programme provides access to modern laboratory facilities and specialised instrumentation, including high-field NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and advanced computational tools for molecular modelling and drug design. Dedicated laboratory spaces and strong digital and library resources further support research activities, offering students a comprehensive and technically advanced environment for conducting high-level medicinal chemistry research.