MSc Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Formulations

The MSc Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Formulations course is ideal if you're planning to pursue a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, biopharmaceuticals, or drug delivery, or if you're looking to build a career in pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, or research institutions. You’ll gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in research and development roles within these fields. During your studying, you’ll benefit from our strong links with major pharmaceutical companies. We’ve worked with GlaxoSmithKline for over 20 years, and Pfizer has supported research projects here for more than a decade. Employers in the pharmaceutical sector recognise the strength of our courses and the calibre of our graduates. By the time you complete the course, you’ll be equipped for a wide range of opportunities in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, medical research institutes, or clinical settings such as hospitals. Whether you're continuing into doctoral resear

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

International students: £19,000 per year

UK students: £9,250 per year

UK/Home: £9,250 per year

International: £19,000 per year

October 2026

No fixed deadline — apply at least 6 months before your start date via the University's direct application portal.

• On campus, United Kingdom