Pharmacology & Molecular Genetics

Bachelor's degree

In London

£ 9,250 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    London

Overview
Our Pharmacology and Molecular Genetics BSc explores the link between genes, disease and treatment by combining the study of drugs and their effects in the body with study of the structure and function of genes and genomes. You will find our course an ideal foundation for careers in the pharmaceutical industry or biomedical research, especially in pharmacogenetics, or as preparation for graduate entry into medicine. The course also features flexible options to study abroad, undertake work placement or extend to a four-year MSci.
Studying a Biomedical Science degree with us means that you will be able to enjoy the flexibility to choose your degree after your first year with our Common Year One curriculum. All Biomedical Science disciplines are covered in the first year, making the decision for your future an informed one.
You will be able to choose from the following Biomedical science degrees; Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology BSc, Biochemistry BSc, Biochemistry MSci, Biomedical Science BSc, Medical Physiology BSc, Molecular Genetics BSc, Molecular Genetics MSci, Neuroscience BSc, Neuroscience MSci, Pharmacology BSc .
The course information sheet is a printable version of the information on this web page, which you can download here.
Key benefits
King’s College London is ranked 7th in the world for Pharmacy & Pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017)
89% student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2016)
Teaching by internationally renowned scientists and researchers
Europe's largest centre for medical and professional healthcare education
One of the UK's best graduate employment rates
Contemporary approach based on our history of pioneering discoveries – including our part in finding the structure of DNA
Flexible options to tailor your degree through overseas study, work placement or to switch to a four-year MSci.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Great Maze Pond, SE1 9RT

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • Pharmacology
  • Options
  • Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Biomedical Science
  • Physiology
  • Anatomy
  • University
  • Project
  • Medical
  • Medical training
  • Biomedical
  • Neuroscience

Course programme


Year 1

Year 1

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 360 credits.


This is a three-year course based a combination of required and optional modules. Each year you will study modules to a total of 120 credits. There are options to switch to any other course in the Bioscience suite or to a four-year MSci after year one. You can also choose to study abroad during Year 2.

Required Modules
  • Biochemistry (15 credits)
  • Chemistry for the Biosciences (15 credits)
  • Genetics & Molecular Biology (15 credits)
  • Cell Biology & Neuroscience (15 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Physiology & Anatomy (30 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Pharmacology (15 credits)
  • Skills for the Biosciences (15 credits)

Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for this course in Year 1.

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.


Year 2

Year 2 You will also have the opportunity to study abroad for your second year at one of our partner universities. Alternatively, you may apply for an extra-mural year, to be taken between the second and third years if selected. For more information, please see the course description. Required Modules

  • Drug Discovery & Development (15 credits)
  • Drugs & Disease B (30 credits)
  • Gene Cloning & Expression A/B (30 credits)
  • Human & Molecular Genetics A (15 credits)
  • Research Skills in Pharmacology (30 credits)

Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for this course for Year 2

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.


Year 3

Year 3 Required Modules

  • Advanced Molecular Genetics (15 credits)
  • Molecular Genetics of Model Organisms (15 credits)

You are also required to take one of the following modules:

  • Cellular Basis of Drug Dependence (30 credits)
  • Cell & Molecular Pharmacology (30 credits

You are also required to conduct one of the following research projects:

  • Extended Research Project in Molecular Science (45 credits)
  • Pharmacology Research Project (30 credits)
  • Extended Pharmacology Research Project (45 credits)
  • Project Design in Pharmacology (30 credits)
  • Extended Research Project in Molecular Genetics (45 credits)
  • Molecular Genetics Library Project A (15 credits)
  • Molecular Genetics Library Project B (15 credits)

Optional Modules

You will take sufficient credits to bring your total for the year to 120, from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:

  • Drug Safety & Toxicology (30 credits)
  • Biomedical Diagnostics (15 credits)
  • Cardiovascular Pharmacology (15 credits)
  • Experimental Cardiovascular Pharmacology (30 credits)
  • Pharmacology of Inflammation (15 credits)
  • Experimental Pharmacology of Inflammation (30 credits)
  • Forensic Genetics & Toxicology (15 credits)
  • Pharmacology of Neurological & Psychiatric Disorders (15 credits)
  • Biology of Cancer (30 credits)
  • Molecular Biology Practical Project (30 credits)

During year three you can apply to transfer to the four-year MSci Integrated Pharmacology and Physiology for Research, on which you will be required to take a 90-credit research project usually at an external industrial provider within the UK during your fourth year.
A contribution by the university is given to cover additional living costs during the project up to a maximum of £2,000.

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.

Pharmacology & Molecular Genetics

£ 9,250 + VAT