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Professional Certificate

Drug Discovery & Pharmacological Sciences

Explore drug discovery, pharmacological mechanisms and biochemical processes underlying therapeutic development.

£549.00
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3 coursesOnline learningSelf-paced
Programme overview

Connect knowledge.
Deepen your expertise.

This multidisciplinary programme examines the drug discovery process, mechanisms of drug action and biochemical foundations of cellular function and disease. It connects biological targets, molecular pathways and therapeutic strategies.

CPD
Who this programme is for

Designed for curious minds

Biotechnology and pharmaceutical professionals, biomedical researchers, pharmacology learners and life science graduates.

Learning outcomes

What you will achieve

  • Describe principal stages and scientific considerations involved in drug discovery.
  • Explain fundamental pharmacological concepts and mechanisms of drug action.
  • Identify biochemical processes and molecular pathways relevant to cellular function.
  • Discuss relationships between biological targets, pharmacological responses and therapeutic strategies.
  • Recognise challenges in translating laboratory discoveries into potential treatments.
Programme curriculum

Your connected learning pathway

Explore each included course and the knowledge it brings to your programme.

01
Course 1

Drug Discovery

This course offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary introduction to the science and process of drug discovery. It covers the chemical, biological, and business aspects of the field, from basic laboratory investigations to the point where drugs reach the market and patients.

What you’ll learn
  • Understand the chemical and biological principles underlying drug discovery.
  • Learn about in vitro and in vivo techniques used in drug discovery.
  • Gain insights into the entire drug discovery process from lab to market.
  • Discover how to prospect for drug targets.
  • Learn about drug formulations and delivery methods.
  • Understand how vaccines work and the steps involved in their development.
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02
Course 2

Pharmacology

Pharmacology is the study of the effects of drugs on living systems and plays a crucial role in drug discovery. This course offers an overview of the field, covering essential concepts such as pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, which are fundamental in researching new treatments.

What you’ll learn
  • What pharmacology is and why it matters.
  • The differences between pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
  • How drugs bind and interact with receptors in the body.
  • An introduction to the immune system and its role in pharmacology.
  • Key information about painkillers, antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungal medications.
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03
Course 3

Principles of Biochemistry

This course introduces the principles of biochemistry, beginning with the biological building blocks of cells and progressing to fundamental metabolic signalling cascades, exploring how these pathways can be utilised in cancer therapy.

What you’ll learn
  • Understand the basics of protein structure and protein folding.
  • Appreciate the many different sources of energy for cell metabolism.
  • Be able to draw enzymatic reactions.
  • Gain an insight into key biochemical reactions in the cells.
  • Become familiar with key cell signalling pathways.
  • Understand the importance of cell biochemistry in cancer therapy.
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Your achievement

Recognise your learning

Individual course certificates

Earn a certificate for each successfully completed CPD-accredited course.

CBEHx Professional Certificate

Complete all included courses to qualify for an additional consolidated programme certificate.

Support your professional development

Connect your knowledge

Study complementary scientific subjects together to build a broader understanding of the field.

Learn at your own pace

Fit online learning around your research, studies or professional commitments.

Recognise your learning

Keep your completed course certificates and programme certificate together in your learning space.

Our Students

Our students come from different organisations around the world including:

Organisations our students come from, as shown on the CBEHx home page

INNOVATION DRIVES SCIENCE FORWARD

We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK. This is a step that drives us towards achieving our mission of empowering people with quality education and knowledge worldwide.

EMPOWERING PROGRESS THROUGH INNOVATION

Proud to provide specialised training to leading organisations worldwide.

Oxford Biomedica, CDI, Sangamo Therapeutics, ViennaLab and Animal & Plant Health Agency
Your next step

Enrol in this programme

One programme purchase

£549.00
  • All 3 included courses
  • Individual course certificates
  • Additional program certificate on completion
  • 365 days of course access

Enrolment will be available soon.

Annual membership

Go further with annual access

Eligible annual subscribers can access this programme alongside the wider course library.

£699.00 / year
  • Get 3 months free with annual access
  • Most learners complete 10–16 courses in 6 months
  • Serious learners choose annual
  • Build expertise across advanced bioscience topics with structured CPD learning
A little more clarity

Common questions

Will I receive a certificate for each course?

Yes. You will receive an individual CPD-accredited certificate for each successfully completed course. Once you have completed all courses in the programme, you will also receive an additional CBEHx Professional Certificate recognising the full learning pathway and its combined CPD learning hours. Read more in the Support Centre

Are the courses CPD-accredited?

Yes. Each course included in the programme is individually CPD-accredited. The additional consolidated Professional Certificate is issued by CBEHx and records the courses completed and their combined CPD learning hours. Read more in the Support Centre

Can my previous learning count?

No. Courses purchased or completed individually before enrolling in a Professional Certificate Programme do not count towards its requirements. To receive the consolidated CBEHx Professional Certificate, you must purchase the complete programme and successfully complete all included courses, or complete the requirements through an eligible annual subscription. Previously awarded individual course certificates remain valid. Read more in the Support Centre

Can I buy courses individually?

Yes. All constituent courses remain available for individual purchase. However, courses purchased individually do not count towards a Professional Certificate Programme, and individual purchases do not include the consolidated Professional Certificate. To earn it, purchase the complete programme or meet the requirements through an eligible annual subscription. Read more in the Support Centre

How long can I access the courses?

Standalone Professional Certificate purchases provide 12 months of course access from enrolment, subject to the published terms. If you access the courses through a subscription, access continues while your subscription remains active. Certificates already earned remain valid after access ends. Read more in the Support Centre