Pharmaceutical Analysis - Online

Summary

Focused program that equips students with advanced skills in analysing pharmaceutical substances and products. The course covers key analytical techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry, which are crucial for quality control, drug development, and regulatory compliance in the pharmaceutical industry. Students learn to apply these techniques to assess the safety, efficacy, and quality of pharmaceutical compounds, preparing them for careers in research, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and other roles in pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.

Year One

Instrumental Methods in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology - This module is optional

Drug Discovery, Development and Delivery - This module is optional

Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery Systems - This module is optional

Novel Targeting Agents in Cancer - This module is optional

Zoonoses and Public Health - This module is optional

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable in Chemistry, Pharmacy or a closely allied subject. Performance in key modules will be taken into consideration. However, applicants with relevant work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.



English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants

The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.



Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.

Your Application

You can apply directly to Ulster at any time of year. We advise that you submit your application no later than two weeks prior to your course start date. This is to ensure there is sufficient time for your application to be reviewed and, should you be made an offer, time for you to complete all the necessary pre-enrolment tasks.



Some programmes will have specific deadlines as additional selection (e.g. interview, portfolio submission etc) is required, so please check the course page to ensure you have sufficient time to complete your application.

Attendance: Online distance learning and teaching. This course is taught online so you can study where you want, when you want.

Start Date: September 2026.

Career options

Analytical Chemist

Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst

Quality Control (QC) Scientist

Pharmaceutical Development Scientist

Regulatory Affairs Associate

Formulation Scientist

Clinical Research Coordinator

Drug Safety Specialist

Method Development Scientist

Laboratory Manager