Pharmacology BSc (Hons) at University of Northampton

Programme overview

On this course you'll learn how drugs are made into medicines, and how drugs and other chemicals interact at molecular, cellular and systems levels in the body. It provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of careers in pharmaceuticals and beyond.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology | Department: Biological Sciences | Duration: Full Time: 3 years; Full Time Foundation: 4 years; Part Time: 4 - 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Pharmacologists will be at the forefront of the development and design of cthw next generation of medicines for the treatment of diseases for the 21st century. As a student of Pharmacology BSc, you will be preparing to meet the challenges of developing molecules into medicines. Modules include Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Introduction to Microbiology, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemical Skills, Foundations of Chemistry, Bioscience Research Methods, Principles of Pharmacology, Physiology 2, Systems Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Genes and Genomics, Processes of Life: Biochemistry.

Career pathways

Our Pharmacology degree combines scientific knowledge with practical laboratory experience, helping you develop the skills employers are looking for across the life sciences sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A typical offer for this degree in Pharmacology would be: BBC at A Level DMM at BTEC Extended Diploma (in Applied Science, Applied Human Biology or Pharmaceutical Science or similar science subject) or Access to Higher Education: 30 Level 3 Credits at Merit Merit in T Level Science GCSE Maths and English Language required at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent. English language: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level If you would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 18,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time, new students Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full Time: 3 years; Full Time Foundation: 4 years; Part Time: 4 - 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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