Medicinal and Biological Chemistry - BSc (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

The BSc (Hons) Medicinal and Biological Chemistry covers chemistry, toxicology, biology, physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology to explain disease and its treatment through drug design, with significant simulated work-based learning. It is taught at Pontypridd.

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Blended teaching of lectures, tutorials, workshops and practical laboratory sessions, giving a broad foundation in chemistry and biology, practical skills and industry awareness.

Career pathways

Research scientist in pharma, clinical, biomedical or biotech; laboratory scientist or technician in the NHS or pharmaceutical industry; analytical scientist; education. Graduates can progress to MSc, PhD or PGCE.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 UCAS points or above. A-level: BCC including Chemistry and Biology, excluding General Studies. Welsh Baccalaureate: Advanced Diploma with grade C in the Skills Challenge Certificate plus BC at A-level including Biology and Chemistry. BTEC Extended Diploma DMM in a relevant subject including Biology and Chemistry modules. Access to HE: Science Diploma with at least 104 tariff points. Five GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), with individual circumstances considered. Applicants taking science A-levels in England must pass the practical element.

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years sandwich

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