Pharmacology (including foundation year) - BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

In London

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    4 Years

On the foundation year of your course you’ll become familiar with the fundamental principles of chemistry, biochemistry, biology and mathematics. You’ll learn about the essential molecules that cells consist of and the roles of cells within the body, as well as logical argument making and how to practice safely within a laboratory environment.

Our £30 million Science Centre is one of the largest and most advanced teaching facilities in Europe. It contains a Superlab with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities especially for microbiology and tissue culture. You’ll take your classes in this impressive facility and encounter the kind of specialist tools you’ll be using in the real working world, meaning you’ll graduate from this degree with real working experience and the scientific knowledge to build a long and rewarding career in pharmacology.

The foundation year of this course is shared with several other science-related foundation degrees which allows you to study among other students who are interested in various science subjects.

There will be some flexibility to change your subject during your foundation year should you decide you’d like to specialise in another area of study.

You’ll be supported during your course by our dedicated tutors who are experts in the field.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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31 Jewry Street, EC3N 2EY

Start date

On request

About this course

Our Pharmacology (including foundation year) BSc (Hons) degree is the perfect start to your university studies if you’re interested in starting a career in science, but can't meet the entry requirements for a traditional three-year degree in pharmacology. This four-year course has a built-in foundation year designed to give you the key skills in pharmacology you’ll need to advance through the rest of the course.

The course will help you pursue a career in the development and testing of new drugs for illnesses such as schizophrenia and cancer.

at least one A level (or a minimum of 32 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, eg BTEC Subsidiary/National/BTEC Extended Diploma)
English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C (grade 4) or above (or equivalent)

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Subjects

  • Pharmacology
  • IT
  • Biology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Systems
  • Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Chemistry
  • Scientific Studies
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Physiology
  • Pharmaceutical Science

Course programme

Modular structure

The modules listed below are for the academic year 2020/21 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.

Year 0 modules include:
  • Biochemistry (core, 30 credits)
  • Biology (core, 30 credits)
  • Chemistry (core, 30 credits)
  • Scientific Studies (core, 30 credits)
Year 1 modules include:
  • Anatomy and Physiology (for Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science) (core, 30 credits)
  • Biochemistry (core, 15 credits)
  • Cell and Molecular Biology (core, 30 credits)
  • General Chemistry (core, 15 credits)
  • Laboratory Science (core, 30 credits)
Year 2 modules include:
  • Analytical Science (core, 30 credits)
  • Drugs: Delivery and Action (core, 30 credits)
  • Human Immunity (core, 15 credits)
  • Metabolism (core, 15 credits)
  • Microbiology (core, 15 credits)
  • Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits)
Year 3 modules include:
  • Biochemical Pathology (core, 30 credits)
  • Neuropharmacology (core, 15 credits)
  • Systems Pharmacology (core, 15 credits)
  • Project (alternative core, 30 credits)
  • Research Project (alternative core, 30 credits)
  • Advanced Bioanalytical Science (option, 15 credits)
  • Bioinformatics & Molecular Modelling (option, 15 credits)
  • Formulation and Quality Assurance of Medicines (option, 30 credits)
  • Medical Genetics (option, 15 credits)
  • Sandwich Placement (option, 30 credits)
  • Systems Pathology (option, 15 credits)
  • Virology (option, 15 credits)
  • Work Placement (option, 15 credits)
Assessment

There is a continuous approach to assessments on the course that include progress tests, coursework, examinations, datasheets, comprehension exercises and portfolios.

Additional information

UCAS code - B211

Pharmacology (including foundation year) - BSc (Hons)

Price on request