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Research programmes

DPhil in Pharmacology

Course Code | 002080

Research project areas include:

  • Central Nervous System
    • Long-term potentiation
    • Neural basis of schizophrenia
    • Neurobiology of mood disorder
    • Neurodegeneration; including Parkinson’s disease
    • Inflammation in the CNS
  • Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology
    • Neurotransmitter receptors
    • Ion channels
    • Control of intracellular calcium
    • Second messengers and signalling pathways
    • Intracellular protein; protein interactions in muscle and nerve
    • Pharmacogenomics and drug metabolism
    • Molecular genetics of neurodegeneration
    • Novel anti-tubercular agents
    • Drug discovery/Medicinal Chemistry
  • Muscle and Peripheral Nerves
    • Excitation; contraction coupling in smooth muscle
    • Hypoxia in smooth muscle and nerves
    • Smooth muscle changes in incontinence
    • Electrophysiology and pharmacology of cardiac muscle
    • Neurotransmitter release from peripheral nerves

How to Apply

The deadlines for the DPhil in Pharmacology are 16 November 2012, 4 January 2013 and 8 March 2013. 

The standard set of materials you should send with any application to a research course comprises:

The research proposal for applicants to the DPhil in Pharmacology should normally be two pages in length, covering areas such as the background to the research, methodology, expected results and the contribution to the field of learning.

Please follow the detailed instructions in the Application Guide, and consult the Pharmacology website for any additional guidance.

Taught programmes

MSc in Pharmacology

Course Code |  002100

Students on this course will pursue an intensive one-year programme which will cover Pharmacology from gene to organism, combining fundamental pharmacological principles with essential practical training including that for a Home Office personal licence.

These integrative skills are recognised as essential requirements in the pharmacological workplace and will be of particular value to those embarking upon a career in the pharmaceutical industry as well as those conducting research in an academic environment.

How to Apply

The deadlines for this course are 16 November 2012, 4 January 2013 and 8 March 2013.

The standard set of materials you should send with any application to a taught course comprises:

Please follow the detailed instructions in the Application Guide, and consult the Pharmacology website for any additional guidance.

Academic resources

The Department houses a large lecture theatre, a meeting room and a seminar room, all with excellent audiovisual facilities. There is also a fully equipped teaching laboratory which allows students to practise their practical skills.

The Department’s research activity is at the highest international level, and students benefit from having access to a wide range of quality research facilities and equipment.

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Main areas of research interests

Research interests on the Pharmacology website External link


Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent for non-UK students) primarily in a biological or chemical science, but applications from high-calibre candidates with mathematical and physical science backgrounds would be welcomed

 

Selection criteria

Details of the selection criteria used to assess applicants are available via the Pharmacology website:

 

English language requirements

Higher level


Funding/awards
  • MRC
  • Departmental studentships

Number of applicants
2012/13
Research degrees

58

Taught degrees

56


Number of places available
2013/14
Research degrees

12

Taught degrees

24