MSci Pharmacology at University of Bristol

Programme overview

The MSci Pharmacology degree is a four-year degree with an extended research project in the final year. This degree provides the opportunity to gain an excellent knowledge of pharmacology and apply it to experimental research. The extended project will provide valuable day-to-day experience of what it is like to be a researcher and develop the skills required to embark on a career in research.

Career pathways

Pharmacology will help you develop skills valued by employers, such as data handling and communication skills. A degree in pharmacology offers you a variety of rewarding career opportunities including pharmaceutical or biotech research, medical information, or medical sales.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: AAB including Chemistry and one of Biology (or Human Biology), Physics, Mathematics or (Further Mathematics). A-level contextual offer: BBB including Chemistry and one of Biology (or Human Biology), Physics, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics). BTEC: DDD in Applied Science. IB Diploma: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations). Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AB (in any order) in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Mathematics of Mechanics, and Higher: AAABB. GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code B212).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,700 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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