Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, BSc (Hons)

Chemistry significantly influences society by driving advancements in drug development, vaccine creation, and illness treatment. This course examines the intersection of chemistry and biology to foster understanding of human diseases and drug design, building on foundational chemistry with modules in physiology and pharmacology. Topics include drug delivery, metabolism, targeting, structures, toxicities, and cancer agents. The University of Nottingham, ranked second in the UK for employer targeting (High Fliers' Graduate Market 2023), equips students with essential academic and practical skills for careers in pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, cosmetics, and beyond. Graduates also gain transferable abilities in communication, problem-solving, numeracy, and data analysis, valued in fields like finance, media, and management.The curriculum begins with introductory modules in chemistry, physiology, and pharmacology, including practical training. In the second year, students delve deeper into physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry, alongside spectroscopy, biological chemistry, and pharmacology. The third year focuses on advanced topics in chemistry and drug discovery, culminating in a research project where students apply theoretical, computational, and experimental techniques to a chosen area.

In the first year, you will take introductory modules in chemistry, physiology and pharmacology, including practical training. In your second year you will cover topics in physical, inorganic and organic chemistry in more depth. You'll also study spectroscopy, biological chemistry and pharmacology. In year three you will study advanced modules in chemistry and drug discovery. You will apply the theoretical, computational and experimental techniques you have learned to an area of your choice with a final research project.