Drug Analysis and Toxicology (part-time)

This Drug Analysis and Toxicology (part-time) program at University of Dundee is relevant to those working in several fields. These include forensic toxicology, forensic drug analysis, clinical settings, workplace drug testing, criminal justice and law enforcement.

In this course you will:

Learn about the principles, theories and techniques used in drug analysis and toxicology. This will include :

• understanding the properties and effects of drugs and toxic substances
• how these substances are broken down and removed from the body

• factors that affect their detection and measurement

You will also:

• develop advanced analytical skills. You will learn different techniques like chromatography, mass spectrometry, and spectroscopy.

• develop the skills to design and do independent research projects in drug analysis and toxicology. This includes the ability to make research questions, design experiments, gather and analyse data, and communicate findings well.

• learn critical thinking skills. You will use them to evaluate scientific literature and data. You will also use them to analyse complex problems.

• develop good writing and speaking skills. These include the ability to present complex data and information clearly and briefly. This will allow you to share research findings with different audiences.

• learn the different guidelines and laws for drug analysis and toxicology.

Modules include:

• MSc Drug Analysis and Toxicology Research Project

• Analytical Laboratory Methods

• Applied Toxicology and Drug Analysis

• Pharmacology for Toxicologists and Drug Analysts

• Professional Skills in Drug Analysis and Toxicology

• Legislative Frameworks & Drug Monitoring

• Research Skills and Statistical Analysis