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Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Hendon Campus
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Course summary

Course Summary
The BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences is a multidisciplinary degree that combines essential knowledge from chemistry, pharmaceutics, and biosciences to provide a comprehensive understanding of drug development. The course covers key topics such as drug-target interactions, the drug discovery process, pharmaceutical formulations, drug delivery, and the physiological processes related to diseases. Students can opt to focus on either the broader drug development process or concentrate on the chemical design and analysis of drug compounds, preparing them for a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Why Study BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences with Us?
At Middlesex University, we offer a Pharmaceutical Sciences degree that gives you the opportunity to learn directly from experienced academic staff with strong ties to the pharmaceutical industry. Our cutting-edge, renovated chemical and pharmaceutical laboratories provide a hands-on environment to apply your knowledge. You will have the opportunity to attend guest lectures from industry professionals, gaining insights into real-world drug development and clinical trials. Furthermore, a dedicated module in science innovation will enhance your business acumen, preparing you for future leadership roles in pharmaceutical science.

What You Will Gain
By completing this degree, you will acquire a strong foundation in drug development processes, from discovery to delivery, and a deep understanding of how medicines interact with the body. You will gain practical experience in laboratory settings, developing technical skills in pharmaceutical analysis, formulation, and design. The course also emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovative skills, ensuring that you are well-prepared to contribute to the advancement of new drugs and therapies. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to apply for summer research studentships, further enhancing your industry exposure and experience.

Modules

For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/pharmaceutical-sciences-bsc/

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Hendon Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
  • BSc (Hons) • Part-time • 6 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B200
Institution code:
M80
Campus name:
Hendon Campus
Campus Code:
H
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B200
Institution code:
M80
Campus name:
Hendon Campus
Campus Code:
H

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
80 - 112 points

A level
BB - BBC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP - DMM

Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/pharmaceutical-sciences-bsc/

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English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6With a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL (iBT)72With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading
PTE Academic59With at least 59 in all components

Entry requirementshttps://www.mdx.ac.uk/study-with-us/undergraduate/entry-requirements-for-undergraduates

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