Postgraduate MA/MSc courses
Postgraduate opportunities help you take charge of your future and get ahead. Many of our students combine work with study to develop their existing career, while some use the opportunity as a springboard to a new direction.
Our academics are enthusiastic and driven to make a difference, and their globally recognised research will feed into your course. Your learning will be shaped by the latest ideas and expertise in your field. Whatever your discipline, we can help you go further.

Available courses




Neurophysiology PgCert
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses, Professional courses/CPD
Study the Postgraduate Certificate in Neurophysiology at Aston University to become more autonomous in your role and to develop the ability to evaluate and improve services for patients.
Location: Online learning
1 year

Neuroscience for Drug Discovery MSc
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses
Gain a comprehensive grasp of neuroscience principles and their direct application in the fields of pharmacology and drug discovery, based on our leading research in the field.
Location: Aston University, Birmingham
One year

Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses, Research degrees/PhD
The flexible Optometry / Ophthalmic Science MSc will equip you with the latest knowledge of clinical techniques, advanced instrumentation, ocular abnormality and innovations relevant to your discipline while you continue to work full-time in professional practice.
Course length varies, up to a maximum of 5 years

Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) PgDip
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses
This General Pharmaceutical Council-accredited qualification is essential for students who have qualified overseas to receive the appropriate education and training to prepare them for entry into foundation year training and UK practice.
Nine-months (PgDip)

Pharmaceutical Sciences MSc
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses
Develop your skills and knowledge in the design, development and production of medicines and prepare yourself for an exciting industrial or academic career in pharmaceutics or industrial pharmacy.
Location: Aston University, Birmingham
One year



Project Management MSc
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses
The interconnected global market, increased competition, high customer expectations, and rapid technological advances, has significantly increased the demand for project managers.
Location: Aston University, Birmingham
One year

Psychiatric Pharmacy PgDip
Postgraduate MA/MSc courses
Build upon your existing knowledge and study for a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychiatric Pharmacy at Aston University. Accredited by the College of Mental Health Pharmacy (CMHP) this qualification is often a requirement for specialist clinical mental health positions in the NHS.
One year