The University of Edinburgh - Postgraduate Discovery Day
18 Mar 2026, 09:00
Edinburgh
Pharmacology is the study of how drugs can affect the body - whether to treat disorders or change bodily functions. It brings together the study of physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology, combining the three disciplines to encourage new insights.
Research in pharmacology aims to better understand drug action and to produce new drugs that improve patient care.
In this programme, you will study:
the effects of drugs on molecules, cells and tissues in the body
side effects
the factors that affect drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination
Programme benefits
You will join an interdisciplinary programme that provides the knowledge, skills, and personal and professional development appropriate for globally competitive graduates of our key disciplines.
You will have the opportunity to undertake projects with our leading biomedical researchers addressing major global biomedical challenges.
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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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Old College
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Edinburgh
EH8 9YL
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