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Pharmacology

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

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs work in the body. This includes any type of chemical or biological agent that produces an effect on the body including medicines, poisons, and chemicals in the food we eat and drink. There are two aspects to pharmacology: the effect of the drug on the body, and the effect of the body on the drug.
Following your study, there’s a wealth of employability opportunities, from research roles in pharmaceutical companies and academia to positions in clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and healthcare, offering diverse career paths in a rapidly evolving field.

Course overview
Pharmacology can lead to a fulfilling career in medicines research or an industry that improves the lives of people around the world in areas such as drug discovery, medicines development, medical writing, regulatory affairs and pharmaceutical marketing.

Why choose this course?

  • Top 20 in the UK for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (Guardian University Guide 2024) and 12th in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025

  • Benefit from small-group teaching that supports your learning

  • Be supported by a personal tutor to provide academic and pastoral advice throughout your degree

  • Active research staff teaching experience-based learning on the latest research developments and expertise

  • Gain practical laboratory experience throughout your course

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Pharmacology-BSc-Hons-U6UPHCOL.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21 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:
B211
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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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:
B211
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
AAB

Including Chemistry and Biology.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD

Applications are assessed on an individual basis.

Access to HE Diploma
D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

Access to HE Diploma including 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction with 12 Distinctions in Chemistry and 12 Distinctions in Biological Sciences ) and 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. Modules will be considered on an individual basis. You may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grades in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.

Scottish Higher
AABBB

In combination with grades AA in the Advanced Scottish Highers, including Chemistry and Biology.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma at DD plus one A Level at grade A.
Applications are assessed on an individual basis.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate at D plus 2 A Levels grades AB in Biology and Chemistry.

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D

QCF Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma D plus 2 A Levels grades AB in Biology and Chemistry.

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

including chemistry and biology. Considered in conjunction with grades AABBB in the Scottish Highers.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 points

including HL5 and HL6 in Chemistry and Biology in any order, or 6,6,5 in 3 Higher Level certificates, including Higher Level Chemistry and Higher Level Biology.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
B

Accepted in combination with 2 science A-levels at AA, to include chemistry and biology.

Extended Project
A

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, M1, M2

including chemistry and biology.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language or Literature and Mathematics at grade 4 (C) or above also required.

AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A

If you have already achieved your Core Maths Qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths Qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths Qualification.

Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.

T Level

Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5with no less than 6.0 in any element
TOEFL (iBT)87Minimum of 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data

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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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

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