BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science at University of East London

Programme overview

What is pharmaceutical science like at UEL? Pharmaceutical science is the study of the formulation, development and manufacture of new drugs. Pharmaceutical scientists have the power to transform patients' lives by developing new treatments for diseases.

Faculty: School of Health, Sport and Bioscience | Department: Department of Bioscience | Duration: 3/4 years full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will develop skills in academic reading and writing, gathering and evaluating information, and critical thinking in this Pharmaceutical Science degree. You will perform various individual and group activities, including presentations on topics relevant to your degree studies, enhancing your social awareness and teamwork skills as well as core communication skills. Modules include Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth), Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry, Cell Biology, Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry, Infection & Immunity, Fundamental & Experimental Pharmacology.

Career pathways

Graduates have progressed to roles across the pharmaceutical and health sectors, including: Graduate destinations include the NHS and Pfizer, as well as pharmacies, independent laboratories and organisations across the pharmaceutical industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points (standard offer); 96 UCAS points (contextual offer); A Levels in at least two subjects including Grade B in Biology or Chemistry; BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) in Applied Science or relevant (science-based) subject; BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual), at least Merit in relevant subjects; Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject; T Levels in a relevant subject; International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, including Higher Level Grade 4 in Biology or Chemistry; GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English. English: IELTS 6.0 with a minimu.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee per year; subject to change Source

International applicants: GBP 16,020 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3/4 years full-time

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