Practical Drug Development Science

Program Overview

Practical Drug Development Science (7MRU0001)

Course Overview

This module provides, over five days, lectures that emphasise practical elements of drug development along with interactive hands-on workshops based on case studies.

• Dates: 16 March 2026 - 20 March 2026
• Delivery mode: In person
• Application deadline: 18 January 2026

Course Features

• The setup of clinical research site and protocol implementation
• The role of technology in facilitating more efficient and patient-centric clinical trials
• The application of quality management principles in clinical research practice
• Common issues in drug development and how to avoid them
• Careers in drug development

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module students will be able to:

• Reflect on how a project team uses good management practices
• Discuss how they have reconciled their experience with their understanding prior to the course and to the theory of drug development
• Discuss how their experience has helped them to evaluate their future career paths and career goals

Entry Requirements

Minimum entry requirements are either a medical degree (such as an MBBS) or a 2:1 first degree in pharmacy, pharmacology, biology, biochemistry, chemistry or related subject. The course will suit individuals seeking to develop an understanding of the practical management of clinical trials e.g. pharmaceutical physicians, scientists in R&D and medical affairs, and regulatory affairs personnel.

Key Information

• Course code: 7MRU0001
• Credit level: 7
• Credit value: 15
• Duration: 5 days

Fees & Discounts

• Full Price: £1,412.00
• International: £3,975.00

Offered by

• Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
• Institute of Pharmaceutical Science
• Centre for Pharmaceutical Medicine