BSc (Hons) Pharmacology at University of West London

Programme overview

Ever taken an aspirin for a headache, or been given an anaesthetic for a filling and wondered how drugs are developed? If you want to be involved in the areas of drug research, testing or discovery and development, then a pharmacology degree could be for you. Pharmacology is the science of how medicines work.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available; placement year option) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The first year of the pharmacology degree will equip you with a thorough understanding of the scientific basis of pharmacology, in biochemistry, genetics and immunology. You will learn practical laboratory skills while gaining an overall picture of the human organism and its essential functions. Subjects covered include: the structural features of all cells that make up the living system fundamental genetic mechanisms essential for the evolution of life and function the genetics and molecular biology underpinning human biology and health. Modules include: Cell and Microbiology; Essential Skills for Bioscientists; Fundamentals of Chemistry; Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Genetics and Disease; Human Anatomy and Physiology; Bioinformatics and Systems Biology; Fundamentals of Pharmacology; Research, Development and Leadership; Infection and Immunity.

Career pathways

As well as providing a gateway into medicine or pharmacy, upon successful completion of a pharmacology degree, you will be equipped to excel in a wide range of fields including pharmaceutical science, medical research and veterinary pharmacology. You may also choose to study our MSc or PhD courses after graduating. Job roles include: pharmaceutical science; healthcare - NHS, private pharmaceutical companies, etc; medical research; academia - researcher, teacher, lecturer etc; biomedical research; finance and business - as a manager, analyst etc; medical sales and marketing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; International Baccalaureate; T Levels. Your Level 3 qualifications must include one science subject. You also need GCSE English, Maths, and two sciences or double science (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalent. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: 06B210, B210, B212.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Full-time with placement (4 years, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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