Pharmacy - Research
Join a leading research environment at Queen's University Belfast focusing on pharmaceutical sciences and clinical pharmacy.
Best for:Best for motivated graduates seeking to conduct advanced research in pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery, or clinical pharmacy.
Overview
The School of Pharmacy at Queen's University Belfast offers research-based postgraduate opportunities across a wide range of pharmaceutical and clinical disciplines. Research activities are highly interdisciplinary, bridging the gap between fundamental pharmaceutical science and patient-focused healthcare delivery. Students work within a vibrant academic community that collaborates extensively with global pharmaceutical partners to translate research into real-world healthcare solutions. Applicants are expected to identify a specific research theme and contact potential supervisors to discuss their project proposals prior to formal application.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research within one of the School's core pharmaceutical or clinical themes.
- Develop and implement experimental methodologies for drug delivery or therapeutic design.
- Collaborate with academic staff and potentially industry partners on healthcare technology projects.
- Prepare and present research findings through academic publications and seminars.
- Engage in continuous professional development and research training provided by the University.
Requirements
Degree required: Upper Second Class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
Degree offered: Master's
Language: English; IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.0 in any component.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in pharmacy, chemistry, biology, or related pharmaceutical sciences.
- Ability to formulate and articulate a clear research proposal.
- Proficiency in English language for academic research and communication.
- Capacity for independent research and critical analysis.
- Must meet the minimum academic entry requirements for a research degree.
- International students must satisfy UKVI English language requirements for visa purposes.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Interested candidates should first browse staff profiles to identify a potential supervisor aligned with their research interests. Once a supervisor is identified, applicants should contact them to discuss a project outline. Formal applications must then be submitted through the university's online Postgraduate Applications Portal.
- Research proposal
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency evidence
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