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Pharmacology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Pharmacology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Develop the knowledge and skills to work as a pharmacologist within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industries with our new BSc Pharmacology.
This course has been designed to align with the [British Pharmacological Society's](https://www.bps.ac.uk/) core curricula and was developed with the needs of the pharmaceutical industry in mind.
You will:
* Explore the principles of drug action and molecular targets.
* Develop practical pharmacology laboratory skills and expertise in experimental design.
* Master essential math...
Develop the knowledge and skills to work as a pharmacologist within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industries with our new BSc Pharmacology.
This course has been designed to align with the [British Pharmacological Society's](https://www.bps.ac.uk/) core curricula and was developed with the needs of the pharmaceutical industry in mind.
You will:
* Explore the principles of drug action and molecular targets.
* Develop practical pharmacology laboratory skills and expertise in experimental design.
* Master essential mathematical skills and statistical analysis techniques.
* Gain insights into systems pharmacology.
* Learn mathematical and computer modelling methods.
* Understand the role of pharmacology in marketing, registration and clinical trials of medicines.
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Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A55-E21
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
A level Biology and Chemistry at grade B
T Level
We can accept the T Level in Health and the T Level in Science alongside an A Level in Chemistry at grade B.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Higher Biology and Chemistry at grade B.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 24.0, offer-merit: 21.0
including relevant science modules.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics at grade C (or 5) and GCSE English at grade C (4). International Baccalaureate Standard Level 2 in Mathematics also acceptable.
Extended Project
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Higher Level Biology and Chemistry at grade 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
including relevant science modules.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, when studied alongside Biology and Chemistry.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £31,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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