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Pharmacology
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Pharmacology
Course Overview
Are you interested in how drugs are made? Are you fascinated by the human body and what happens in disease? Our BSc Pharmacology degree explores all this and more.
Why study with us
• You’ll get complimentary student membership of the British Pharmacological Society.
• In your final year you can study neuropharmacology, behavioural pharmacology, current and future cancer treatments, and drugs of abuse.
• Biosciences students study similar modules in Year 1, so you ...
Course Overview
Are you interested in how drugs are made? Are you fascinated by the human body and what happens in disease? Our BSc Pharmacology degree explores all this and more.
Why study with us
• You’ll get complimentary student membership of the British Pharmacological Society.
• In your final year you can study neuropharmacology, behavioural pharmacology, current and future cancer treatments, and drugs of abuse.
• Biosciences students study similar modules in Year 1, so you have the chance to switch to another specialist degree to pursue your interests and career goals.
What you'll do
• It will set you up for working in the pharmaceutical industry - drug testing, drug research and drug design.
• In your final year you’ll attend a fully funded internationally renowned Pharmacology Conference as part of a module.
• You will be encouraged to attend the annual British Pharmacological Society conference.
Future Careers
What can you do with a Pharmacology degree? Our BSc Pharmacology degree prepares you for careers in industrial settings. It is ideal grounding for postgraduate study and drug research jobs in academic settings.
Why Choose University of Lancashire During Clearing?
It's more important than ever to consider the cost of your education. At the University of Lancashire, you'll be well-equipped for the road ahead, whatever you study.
All first-year Clearing students are guaranteed a room in halls on campus for all new full-time students at their Preston Campus. Included in university-owned halls of residence are bills, WiFi, on-site laundry, kitchen appliances, bedding, 24/7 security and social spaces.
You will learn from leaders in their field at the University of Lancashire and their academic staff will use their expertise and r...
It's more important than ever to consider the cost of your education. At the University of Lancashire, you'll be well-equipped for the road ahead, whatever you study.
All first-year Clearing students are guaranteed a room in halls on campus for all new full-time students at their Preston Campus. Included in university-owned halls of residence are bills, WiFi, on-site laundry, kitchen appliances, bedding, 24/7 security and social spaces.
You will learn from leaders in their field at the University of Lancashire and their academic staff will use their expertise and real-world experience to teach courses, that range from Business to Law, Nursing or Sport, that will allow you to secure your dream job. The University of Lancashire focuses on employability, they have close links with leading employers across the North-west and build work experience into a wide range of courses to ensure you thrive in your chosen field.
If you're interested in applying to the University of Lancashire, call now to find out more information or click to visit their website where you can book on their Open Day on 16 August or a place on a campus tour!
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2026-09-21
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
PH10
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
120
Our typical offer is 104 to 120 UCAS Points.
Scottish Higher
104
120
104 to 120 UCAS points, including Chemistry or Biology at grade C.
Access to HE Diploma
104
120
104 to 120 UCAS Points including 15 credits at Level 3 in Chemistry or Biology Modules at Distinction
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
104
120
Pass IB Diploma including 104 to 120 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects, including HL Biology or Chemistry at grade 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104
120
Applied Science BTEC Modules - awarded 2016 onwards - must have the following: Merit in TWO out of the following THREE externally assessed ‘mandatory’ units: 1 Principles and Applications of Science I 3 Science Investigation Skills 5 Principles and Applications of Science II AND: Distinction in FOUR of the following internally assessed ‘optional’ units: 8 Physiology of Human Body Systems 9 Human Regulation and Reproduction 10 Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways 11 Genetics and Genetic Engineering 12 Diseases and Infections 17 Microbiology and Microbiological Techniques 20 Biomedical Science Unit 14 Applications of Organic Chemistry and Unit 18 Industrial Chemical Reactions can be accepted when combined with Biology Units for a good balance.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104
120
104 to 120 UCAS points, including Chemistry or Biology at grade H3.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
104
120
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
104
120
Applied Science BTEC Extended Diploma QCF 2010 - must have the following: Distinction in two of the following units: 1 Fundamentals of Science 11 Physiology of Human Body Systems 12 Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction 13 Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques 15 Microbiological Techniques 16 Chemistry for Biology Technicians 18 Genetics and Genetic Engineering 19 Practical Chemical Analysis 21 Biomedical Science Techniques 22 Chemical Laboratory Techniques 43 Diseases and Infections
AS
104
120
Not Accepted
A level
104
120
104 to 120 UCAS points at A2 including Chemistry or Biology at grade C. General Studies, Critical Thinking, and Citizenship and Community Studies not accepted
T Level
104
120
We accept the following T Levels with an overall grade M for this course: T Level Science and T Level Healthcare Science.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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