Foundation programme
The Science of Therapeutic Peptides
Foundations in biology, pharmacology and pharmaceutical science
The scientific foundations of therapeutic peptides, without clinical implementation. Suitable for healthcare professionals, scientists, pharmacists, nurses, researchers and students wishing to understand peptide biology from first principles.
About this programme
This programme provides a rigorous grounding in the molecular, pharmacological and pharmaceutical science of therapeutic peptides. It does not cover clinical implementation or recommend the use of any specific medicinal product; it equips participants to read, interpret and appraise the underlying science with confidence.
Learning objectives
- Describe the structural and functional classification of therapeutic peptides.
- Explain receptor-mediated signalling relevant to peptide pharmacology.
- Interpret pharmacokinetic data and outline common delivery strategies.
- Summarise the peptide drug development lifecycle.
- Identify key formulation and stability challenges.
- Locate and apply the U.S. FDA regulatory framework governing peptide medicines, including 503A/503B compounding pathways.
Programme outline
- Peptide structure and classification
- Cell signalling and receptor biology
- Pharmacokinetics and drug delivery
- Peptide drug development
- Pharmaceutical formulation and stability
- The U.S. regulatory landscape (FDA)
Format
Online modular learning with structured assessment.
Audience
Suitable for participants without prior clinical experience in peptide medicine.
Prerequisites
None.
Dates & pricing
This programme is open for enrolment. Fees and admissions criteria are available on the course platform.