Pharmaceutical Chemistry is the study of drugs and drug development. This discipline includes concepts and processes of drug discovery, delivery, absorption, metabolism, elements of Biomedical Analysis, Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics.
Postgraduates of pharmaceutical chemistry can be hired in different capacities such as Quality Control & Quality Assurance Analyst, Scientist, Researcher, Research Executive, Scientific Data Entry Specialist, Pharmaceutical Patent Analyst, etc.
The MSc in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is specifically designed for graduates with a c hemistry-based degree to tailor their expertise towards jobs in the pharmaceutical industry. The pharmaceutical industry is a global industry so the award is particularly attractive for overseas graduates looking to upskill to secure jobs the world over.
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M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Science
Candidates who have passed B.Sc.in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology and B. Pharm. from any recognized university are eligible to apply.
Scope of Pharmaceutical chemistry is majorly in the research and development of new medicines for pharmaceutical companies or government agencies. One can also enter the domain of teaching after completing MSc Pharmaceuticals by giving exams like SLET, NET etc in India. Opting for a PhD is another option available for graduate students.
The course eligibility criteria depend on the university you are looking forward to joining. Get in touch with experts at VIDYA University to know more about it.
You can work in pharmaceutical companies, research laboratories, and other industries.
MSc in Chemistry is a popular course which is pursued by candidates who have studied a similar UG course previously. If you are planning to pursue MSc in Chemistry, then Pharmaceuticals will be one of your subjects.
The coursework in MSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry requires knowledge of drugs, work, time and dedication in the field of pharmaceuticals. Also, if the candidate has taken a course which they have a genuine interest in and want to go the distance, then they will then find the coursework interesting to do.
Yes, it's absolutely worth doing MSc in Pharmaceutical Chemistry if you have an interest in this field and are planning a future in it.
Yes, you can work internationally if you get the opportunity and meet the employer’s expectations.
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