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A Medicinal Chemist researches and develops new pharmaceutical compounds to treat diseases and improve human health. You might work in laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, or academic institutions. Medicinal Chemists focus on designing and synthesising chemical compounds, testing their effectiveness, and ensuring they are safe for use as medications.
Medicinal Chemists play a vital role in the development of new drugs. You’ll need to have a strong understanding of chemistry, be detail-oriented, and able to work meticulously in a lab environment. You’ll collaborate with other scientists and healthcare professionals to ensure that the compounds you develop meet regulatory standards and have the potential to benefit patients.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Medicinal Chemist.
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The Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry (Honours) is a multidisciplinary degree combining contemporary biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and essential chemistry. This course covers all aspects of new drug design and development, from initial concept to clinical stages. It includes designing and synthesising novel drug candidates, understanding their biochemical effects, testing regimes, and considering regulatory and ethical issues. In the honours year, students undertake a supervised research project, further enhancing their expertise and preparing them for advanced roles in the field of medicinal chemistry. .
Average duration: 4 years.
The Bachelor of Science (Medicinal Chemistry) focuses on the discovery and development of new drugs. It equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to contribute to rapidly evolving scientific research in pharmaceuticals. This area of study is crucial for addressing a range of medical challenges, including existing diseases like cancer, emerging conditions such as HIV/AIDS, and globally spreading illnesses like malaria and tuberculosis..
Average duration: 3 years.
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