Examine how we develop the next generation of drugs to treat disease in humans and animals, providing an improved quality of life for all.
On your three-year Pharmacology degree, based in our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art Life Sciences building, you will explore how we develop the next generation of drugs for treating bacterial infection, Cancer, AIDS, and heart failure.
You will learn the major concepts and principles of pharmacology in years one and two through core topics, before completing a research project of your own in your third year, graduating re...
Examine how we develop the next generation of drugs to treat disease in humans and animals, providing an improved quality of life for all.<br/><br/>On your three-year Pharmacology degree, based in our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art Life Sciences building, you will explore how we develop the next generation of drugs for treating bacterial infection, Cancer, AIDS, and heart failure.<br/><br/>You will learn the major concepts and principles of pharmacology in years one and two through core topics, before completing a research project of your own in your third year, graduating ready to start your career.*<br/><br/>You will benefit from the expertise of our teaching staff, who are actively involved in pharmacological research in areas such as nerve damage and recovery, developmental biology, oncology and the development of new antibiotics which will feed into your learning.<br/><br/>You will have the opportunity between years two and three to spend a year in employment, putting your skills to use in the pharmaceutical industry. You will also have the opportunity to spend a semester at a partner university aboard during year two.<br/><br/>A Pharmacology degree will equip you for careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, scientific officer roles, teaching, forensic medicine and managerial roles in business. There is also the opportunity to go on to study for a higher degree such as an MSc or PhD.<br/><br/>*99% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021).
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Provider Details
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Course Code
B210
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4. Access to HE DiplomaD:39,M:6 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 of which 39 credits must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit. A core science Access to HE Diploma must be studied. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 Pass with overall score of 34 points, with 17 points required at higher level, including 5 and 6 points at Higher Level in Chemistry and one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Physics, Maths (Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation) , Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a sp Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma without two A-levels to include Chemistry and one further science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DDD + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Maths, Physics, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD We do not accept the BTEC Level 3 National Diploma without two A-levels to include Chemistry and one further science subject. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DD + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Scottish Advanced HigherOffers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Applicants are also required to have achieved a pass in Maths and English at Standard Grade Grade 3 or National 5 Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/Grade 4. Extended ProjectA ABB in 3 A-levels to include Chemistry and one further science subject plus Grade A in EPQ. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D D + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D D + AA at A-Level (or equivalent), to include Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. A levelA,A,B AAB to include Chemistry and one further science subject. A level science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Science practical components must be passed. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Mathematics are excluded for entry. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)B AA from 2 A levels including Chemistry and one further science subject + B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. |
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