
Pharmacology and Drug Discovery BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Pharmacology and Drug Discovery BSc (Hons)
Overview
How can we support an ageing population and fight the increasing number of cases of diseases such as cancer? How can we help one in four people suffering from mental health issues? These are just some of the challenges you’ll explore on our pharmacology and drug discovery degree. You’ll be able to apply your passion for chemistry and biology and put it to use for the good of human health, developing the life-changing medicines of the future.
Study at the internationally renowned School of Chemistry, Pharmacy, and Pharmacology, with world-c...
<strong>Overview</strong><br/><br/>How can we support an ageing population and fight the increasing number of cases of diseases such as cancer? How can we help one in four people suffering from mental health issues? These are just some of the challenges you’ll explore on our pharmacology and drug discovery degree. You’ll be able to apply your passion for chemistry and biology and put it to use for the good of human health, developing the life-changing medicines of the future.<br/><br/>Study at the internationally renowned School of Chemistry, Pharmacy, and Pharmacology, with world-class research in areas such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, antibiotic resistance and tissue engineering. Your instructors will be academic researchers, including pharmacologists, cell biologists, medicinal chemists, and pharmaceutical chemists. <br/><br/>The course brings together scientific disciplines – biology, chemistry and physical sciences – focusing on human disease and medications. Within integrated modules, you’ll study major diseases and the science behind the drugs used to treat them. You’ll also learn about designing experiments and writing reports in the form of scientific papers. <br/><br/>Our Pharmacology and Drug Discovery programme is the only BSc of its type in the UK and is innovative in its multidisciplinary approach. Youll explore how drugs fight diseases and, along with drug discovery, youll learn about the process of designing, synthesising, and manufacturing new drugs. You’ll conduct your own original research in a real research lab.<br/><br/>Our course is centered around research, which is crucial for Pharmacology and Drug Discovery, and will prepare you for a career at the forefront of pharmaceutical research. This engaging course is designed to inform and inspire your journey to becoming a researcher in pharmaceutical sciences, healthcare, and toxicology. You may also pursue other careers such as analytical chemist, biomedical scientist, or medical sales representative. <br/><br/><strong>Disclaimer</strong> <br/><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: <strong>www.uea.ac.uk</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B210
Institution Code
E14
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B,B
including A in Chemistry.
Access to HE Diploma
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
including HL 5 in Chemistry.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science/Biomedical Science). Specific modules required (Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Applications of Organic Chemistry and Practical Chemical Analysis) or A level Chemistry grade B. Contextual offer: DMM in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science/Biomedical Science). Specific modules required (Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Applications of Organic Chemistry and Practical Chemical Analysis) or A level Chemistry grade B. Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations. Excludes Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration.
Scottish Advanced Higher
B,C,C
including Chemistry. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.
A level
A,B,B
including Chemistry. Contextual offer: BBC including Chemistry. Where applicable Science A levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Not accepted: Critical Thinking and General Studies.
T Level
M
Accepted Subjects: Health, Healthcare Science and Science.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £29,300 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |