Advanced Therapeutics and Public Health MSc
Subject and course type
- Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare
- Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science and Chemistry
- Postgraduate
Are you a healthcare, pharmacy or pharmacology, biology, biomedical science, chemical engineering, microbiology, biochemistry or biotechnology graduate? This course is the ideal platform to enable you to expand your knowledge of the field. As such, graduates will emerge from this programme well-prepared for various roles in public health and advanced therapeutics.
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Broaden your understanding of advanced therapeutics, personalised medicine and public health
Develop the strategic skills and knowledge to tackle global health challenges.
On our Advanced Therapeutics and Public Health MSc programme, you can benefit from a wide range of facilities for practical work at our Penrhyn Road campus.
The facilities on offer include our simulation suites. These suites consist of a mock hospital ward, pharmacy dispensing suite and GP surgery. They are equipped with the latest technology, including patient simulator manikins, which students can administer drugs to and monitor their pulse and breathing.
The hospital ward features six beds with drug cabinets and curtains, a nurse's station and equipment that can be used to assess students' bedside manner and debrief them on best practice. The ward also leads into a pharmacy dispensing suite where students can practise prescribing the correct medication, and the right quantity, for certain illnesses.
The GP suite has six cubicles for students to simulate seeing patients within a surgery environment, with desks and pedestals. Three of the bays have couches and the other three have chairs for patients to be examined.
Other facilities include:
- Our £9.8 million Eadweard Muybridge building with state-of the art laboratories
- New work areas and dedicated laboratories for research
- Specialist equipment, such as:
- Chromatography instruments
- A breathalyser
- Electrophoresis equipment
- Electron microscopes
- Electrochemical analysis
- Nuclear science equipment
- Thermal analysis
- X-ray diffractometers
- Spectrometers, including mass spectrometers, infrared spectrometers and nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers
- Computing laboratories and a team of IT technicians to offer assistance
Why choose this course
The Advanced Therapeutics and Public Health MSc is designed to address global health challenges by equipping students with strategic skills to design innovative health policies and solutions. All while promoting health equity and advancing eHealth initiatives.
With a focus on both the physiological and policy aspects of healthcare, this programme prepares graduates for careers across public health, healthcare consultancy, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and research institutions.
You will benefit from a research-driven curriculum. This will culminate in a 60-credit research project with the potential to apply your findings to real-world healthcare settings.
You will be supported throughout your final project by our staff, many of whom are research-active. This ensures they are in touch with the latest thinking, and bring best practice to your studies.
- Drug delivery systems
- Medication adherence and optimisation
- Pharmaceutical formulation
- Patient-centred care and e-Health solutions
- Ocular drug delivery
- Oncology and cancer therapeutics
- Public health and digital pharmacy
- Clinical pharmaceutics
- Epidemiology
- Pharmacology and physiology
- Pharmaceutical chemistry
Course content
You will be introduced to key theories of advanced therapeutic and public health, and learn about emerging technology and policy development.
You will study disease management and prevention in the context of global health challenges and inequality, and how to use technology and other innovative approaches to tackle these issues.
Year 1
Core modules
30 credits
This module introduces the principles and skills required to practise evidence-based medicine and problem solving in healthcare provision. It covers the presentation, clinical features, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, reproduction, dermal, respiratory, neurological, inflammatory, mental health, infective disease, and cancer in patients within different settings.
The module will deal with the physiology and pathology of common diseases within these body systems and will consider the use of various dosage forms. The module is designed to integrate clinical and scientific knowledge as they relate to patient care, using case studies to explore real clinical situations.
30 credits
This module on immunomodulation and innovative targeted therapies is designed for healthcare professionals, researchers, and graduates who seek expertise in the intersection of immunology, inflammation, pharmacology and drug design and targeted delivery.
This multidisciplinary module explores novel therapeutic approaches that harness the immune system and leverage targeted interventions to combat diseases.
You will explore the advanced science involved in the production of biological medicines, Advanced Therapeutic Medicine Products (ATMP), immunomodulators, and DNA repair targeted therapeutic strategies.
You will be introduced to novel and personalised drug delivery systems and vaccine technologies (e.g. mRNA vaccines) and the regulatory frameworks governing their approval, quality, safety, and efficacy.
30 credits
This module will provide you with the knowledge on genomics and the application of pharmacogenomics in clinical practice.
You will cover topics such as genetic variation, genetic biomarkers, drug response and interactions, adverse drug reactions, and precision medicine. You will also explore the ethical, legal, and social implications of the use of pharmacogenomics in patient care.
60 credits
The Research Project module equips you to undertake substantial original research, clinical audits, or service evaluations, involving data collection and analysis. It will foster your skills in research design, data gathering, and analysis – crucial for contributing to public health and therapeutic advancements.
You will engage in the entire research process, from formulating questions to disseminating findings, ethical conduct, safety awareness, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
You will be able to explore diverse research topics relevant to public health and therapeutics, preparing for roles in research, healthcare, and policy making.
You will acquire and refine essential skills and methodologies required for conducting lab research, audits, and service evaluations in healthcare settings, including literature review, data generation, and utilisation of statistical techniques for data analysis and interpretation.
30 credits
This module is designed to integrate advanced concepts of technology-enabled care and public health with an emphasis on influencing health policy. You will cover the fundamentals of eHealth, user-centred design, evaluation and implementation with a focus on recent advances. You will also learn about public health core concepts with a focus on health inequalities, behavioural models, global health and social justice.
You will develop the skills required to plan and design a service, innovative intervention or policy proposal that addresses a public health-related problem.
Career opportunities
Graduates from this course go on to a diverse range of careers across various sectors and organisations. These include:
- the public health sector
- government health departments
- local authorities
- healthcare organisations
- pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
- regulatory affairs departments
- drug registration bodies
- academic and research institutions
Graduates can also explore opportunities in health policy, education and training initiatives. For example, influencing public health, promoting global health agendas, and educating future healthcare professionals and communities. They may also go on to work in roles in non-governmental organisations (NGOs), international agencies, and health and advocacy organisations.
Some graduates also choose to pursue further study or research at PhD level.
Teaching and assessment
You will learn through a variety of learning, teaching and assessment strategies which require students to critically analyse, evaluate and reflect on their practice experiences in the workplace. You will have opportunities to discuss the wide range of challenges within healthcare. You will gain practical skills, such as advanced decision making, creative problem solving and critical thinking.
When not attending timetabled sessions, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. This typically will involve reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, undertaking and preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for exams. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities including online resources, the library and CANVAS – the online virtual learning platform.
As a student at Kingston University, we will make sure you have access to appropriate advice regarding your academic development. You will also be able to use the University's support services.
A course is made up of modules, and each module is worth a number of credits. You must pass a given number of credits in order to achieve the award you registered on, for example 360 credits for a typical undergraduate course or 180 credits for a typical postgraduate course. The number of credits you need for your award is detailed in the programme specification which you can access from the link at the bottom of this page.
One credit equates to 10 hours of study. Therefore 180 credits across a year (typical for a postgraduate course) would equate to 1,800 notional hours. These hours are split into scheduled and guided. On this course, the percentage of that time that will be scheduled learning and teaching activities is shown below. The remainder is made up of guided independent study.
- 16% scheduled learning and teaching
The exact balance between scheduled learning and teaching and guided independent study will be informed by the modules you take.
Your course will primarily be delivered in person. It may include delivery of some activities online, either in real time or recorded.
Assessment typically comprises exams (for example, test or exam), practical (for example, presentations, performance) and coursework (for example, essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, dissertation). The approximate percentage for how you will be assessed on this course is as follows, though depends to some extent on the optional modules you choose.
- 90% coursework
- 10% exams
We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 20 working days.
The structure of the course allows you to continue working while studying. The programme is offered through part-time day release. For the majority of modules, course participation is normally one day per week, using a blended learning approach which combines on-campus teaching days with days of directed learning.
Fees and funding
| Fee category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Home (UK students) | |
| MSc full time | £11,400 |
| MSc part time | £6,270 |
| International | |
| MSc full time | £18,200 |
Funding support for postgraduate students
If you are a UK student living in England and under 60, you can apply for a loan to study for a postgraduate degree on the government's website.
Scholarships and bursaries
For students interested in studying Advanced Therapeutics and Public Health MSc at Kingston, there are several opportunities to seek funding support:
The Gangolli Scholarship is a fully-funded (100% of fees) scholarship for Kingston University graduates progressing to a taught MSc course in the School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry.
For more information on how to apply for this scholarship, visit the Gangolli Scholarship page.
The Inspire the Future Scholarship offers a 40% reduction in fees for taught masters or postgraduate diploma courses with September start dates. 20 scholarships are available for progressing Kingston University graduates.
For more information on how to apply for this scholarship, visit the Inspire the Future Scholarship page.
International postgraduate students could receive up to £5,000 towards tuition in their first year of study.
For more information on how to apply for these scholarships, visit the International Scholarship page.
If you are a Kingston University 2024/25 undergraduate progressing to a 2025/26 postgraduate degree (taught or research), you could get a 15% reduction in tuition fees.
For more information on how to apply for this scholarship, visit the Postgraduate Progression Scholarship page.
Kingston University offers a 10% discount on full and part-time postgraduate degree course tuition fees to our alumni.
For more information on how to apply for this discount, visit our alumni discount page.
Additional course costs
Some courses may require additional costs beyond tuition fees. When planning your studies, you’ll want to consider tuition fees, living costs, and any extra costs that might relate to your area of study.
Your tuition fees include costs for teaching, assessment and university facilities. So your access to libraries, shared IT resources and various student support services are all covered. Accommodation and general living expenses are not covered by these fees.
Where applicable, additional expenses for your course may include:
Our libraries have an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as open-access computers and laptops available to rent. However, you may want to buy your own computer or personal copies of key textbooks. Textbooks may range from £50 to £250 per year. And a personal computer can range from £100 to £3,000 depending on your course requirements.
While most coursework is submitted online, some modules may require printed copies. You may want to allocate up to £100 per year for hard-copies of your coursework. It’s worth noting that 3D printing is never compulsory. So if you choose to use our 3D printers, you’ll need to pay for the material. This ranges from 3p per gram to 40p per gram.
Kingston University will pay for all compulsory field trips. Fees for optional trips can range from £30 to £350 per trip.
Your tuition fees don’t cover travel costs. To save on travel costs, you can use our free intersite bus service. This route links the campuses and halls of residence with local train stations - Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, and Norbiton.
How to apply
Before you apply
Please read the entry criteria carefully to make sure you meet all requirements before applying.
How to apply online
Use the course selector drop down at the top of this page to choose your preferred course, start date and mode, then click 'Apply now'. You will be taken to our Online Student Information System (OSIS) where you will complete your application.
If you’re starting a new application, you’ll need to select ‘new user’ and set up a username and password. This will allow you to save and return to your application.
Application deadlines
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close when the course is full.
Course changes and regulations
The information on this page reflects the currently intended course structure and module details. To improve your student experience and the quality of your degree, we may review and change the material information of this course. Course changes explained.
Programme Specifications for the course are published ahead of each academic year.
Regulations governing this course can be found on our website.
