NOTE: Candidates can only use the scholarship to study outside their own country.
PhD in Drug Discovery and Development
Programme Overview
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will contribute original knowledge to drug discovery science and lead independent pharmaceutical research programmes.
Course Modules
Advanced Drug Design
Computational Drug Discovery
Natural Products Chemistry
Clinical Translation Research
Research Proposal Development
Scientific Writing and Dissemination
About University of Cape Coast
The University of Cape Coast's School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences represents Ghana's commitment to pharmaceutical excellence, combining modern pharmacy education with traditional African medicine research. Established in 2018, SoPPS has rapidly developed a comprehensive Doctor of Pharmacy program across five specialized departments. With over 80,000 students, UCC serves as a major educational hub in West Africa, excelling in herbal medicine research through its dedicated Herbal Medicinal Product and Evaluation Unit, bridging the gap between traditional African therapeutic practices and evidence-based pharmaceutical science.
Ready to Apply?
Applications for the 2026/2027 intake are open. Secure admission to this programme, then apply for your EXCEL-PHARM scholarship.
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