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MSc Industrial Pharmaceutics

Queen's University Rankings

Ranked 19th in the world for Pharmacy and Pharmacology

QS World Rankings by subject 2026

Industrial pharmaceutics is at the heart of developing, validating and manufacturing new medicines — a sector valued at over $1.2 trillion worldwide.

Queen’s University Belfast offers an MSc designed for students aspiring to build successful careers in the global pharmaceutical industry. The programme develops highly skilled graduates in continuous manufacturing science and technology, equipping them with the knowledge and practical expertise sought by leading pharmaceutical companies.

Specialist modules have been developed in collaboration with industry to reflect current and emerging needs in pharmaceutical research, development and production.

In addition, students will complete a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership, a qualification at Master’s level, delivered through the Queen’s Graduate School.

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Meet Deepak Jayapalan, a graduate of our MSc Industrial Pharmaceutics programme, as he shares his experience studying with us and how the course helped shape his career.

Why Industrial Pharmaceutics

This MSc develops advanced, methods-based and problem-solving expertise across Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology. Students also undertake a three-month research project, which can be completed in collaboration with an industry partner, offering valuable commercial experience and strong preparation for future employment in the pharmaceutical sector.

Career Opportunities

Graduates in Industrial Pharmaceutics are equipped to pursue careers across a wide range of fields, including: Pharmaceutical industry – research and development, manufacturing, quality assurance and regulatory affairs. Academia – research and teaching roles. Government agencies – drug licensing and regulatory authorities. Healthcare and scientific research.

Student Experience

Students benefit from a rich and varied learning environment, engaging with academic and industry experts while developing the knowledge, skills and global perspective needed for professional success. The programme makes full use of innovative learning technologies and Queen’s world-class library resources, supporting students to become independent, lifelong learners.

Why Choose Queen's

Top 200 in the world

(QS and THE World University Rankings 2026)

World-class university

Every school in our Faculty is recognised among the global top 200 in the QS World Rankings by Subject 2026.

Affordable Student Destination

Ranked 3rd in the UK for Value for Money (StudentCrowd University Awards 2025).

Employment potential

Queen's offers opportunities for work placements, industry-led programmes and ground breaking research projects. Queen’s is first in the Russell Group for employability and further study (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2022/23).

State-of-the-art facilities

Be taught by world-leading researchers and experts in their field in state-of-the-art facilities. 21 Queen’s subjects in the top 200 in the world (QS World Rankings by subject 2026)