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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences - Medicinal Chemistry

Cardiff University - Cathays Park · Cardiff, United Kingdom

Tuition

£26,700

Submit by November 30, 2026 · 85 days left · starts April 1, 2027

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Length
36 months
Starts
April 1, 2027
Post-study work
Available, as published
Taught in
English
Cost of living (annual)
£13,347

Overview

Medicinal Chemistry is a specialised research area within the Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences postgraduate research programmes (Phd), 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.

Entry requirements

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Fees and living costs

Tuition
£26,700
Cost of living (annual)
£13,347

Published as Cardiff University - Cathays Park publishes it, through ApplyBoard, and not checked by Go Study — ask us and a consultant will confirm any of it with the school.

Intakes

  • April 1, 2027

    Starts April 1, 2027 · apply by November 30, 2026

    Applications opened June 18, 2026

  • July 1, 2027

    Starts July 1, 2027 · apply by February 28, 2027

    Applications opened June 18, 2026

  • October 1, 2027

    Starts October 1, 2027 · apply by May 31, 2027

    Applications opened June 18, 2026

  • January 1, 2028

    Starts January 1, 2028 · apply by August 31, 2027

    not confirmed by the school

  • April 1, 2028

    Starts April 1, 2028 · apply by November 30, 2027

    not confirmed by the school

  • July 1, 2028

    Starts July 1, 2028 · apply by February 28, 2028

    not confirmed by the school

  • October 1, 2028

    Starts October 1, 2028 · apply by May 31, 2028

    not confirmed by the school

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