The Master of Pharmacy degree course in Pharmaceutical Analysis is intended to train highly qualified analysts involved in both quality assurance and quality control of pharmaceuticals and related substances. On completion of the course, the students will be expected to be competent in modern analytical techniques, monitoring of pharmaceutical and related manufacturing processes and the setting up and running of a quality control laboratory. The analysts will obtain sound scientific foundation to qualify them for academic appointments and carry out original research.

The course is a full-time programme extending over two years. In the first year the students will study pharmaceutical analysis by coursework and examination. The second year will be devoted to research in a specified area and writing up of a Master's thesis.

Candidates will be required to give and attend seminars, as prescribed thorughout the coursework period for all the courses.