Explore the science behind drug discovery, development and distribution, and develop essential laboratory skills, with our Pharmaceutical Science degree.
Join ARU and study in an industry-standard level 2 SuperLab in Chelmsford. Here, you’ll learn about the research and development of new medical treatments.
You’ll study how the human body functions, the impact diseases can have on the body, and how normal function can be restored through the use of drug therapy.
Prepare for your future career by developing essential laboratory and research skills, as well as versatile inter- and intrapersonal skills.
Why ARU?
Study a curriculum focused on drug development and pharmacology, aligning with market needs.
Develop hands-on skills in pharmaceutical technology and research in our industry-standard SuperLab.
Collaborate on real-world projects with industry partners.
Access guidance and mentoring from active researchers in pharmaceutical science.
Prepare for postgraduate study such as an MPharm qualification.
Year 1
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Scientific Communication and Professional Skills
Principles of Biomedical Science
Fundamentals of Nutrition, Drugs and Metabolism
Into ARU
Year 2
Essential Physiological Biochemistry
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Principles of Pharmacology
Medicinal Chemistry and Analytical Techniques
Research Proposal
Ruskin Module (15 credits)
Year 3
Applied Pharmacology
Biotechnology
Specialist Case Studies
Drug Development and Regulatory Affairs
Undergraduate Major Project
We'll make sure you're progressing correctly in a number of ways, including multiple choice tests, practical exams, reflective essays, oral and poster presentations, scientific report writing and independent project work.
In the first year of this degree, one-to-one tutor sessions will help you get a solid understanding of all the relevant subject matter. In years 2 and 3, assessments will focus on helping you change from someone who consumes knowledge, to someone who generates it and is able to think independently.
This is a three year programme
Please note that you will need to complete all of the above core modules. This course does not have any optional modules. Modules are subject to change and availability.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Anglia Ruskin University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
The following entry points are available for this course:
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. |
ARU operates a policy of making contextualised offers for this course which may be a reduced conditional offer or an unconditional offer, using data from UCAS to make our assessment. We consider that this approach promotes the equality of educational opportunity for applicants from low participation groups in HE. ARU welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and helping them achieve their full potential. The offer of a place through the contextual offer process is at the discretion of ARU.
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £10050 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-study/help-with-finances/undergraduate
https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees
International fee TBC
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