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Pharmacology

1 Study option · UndergraduateUniversity Park Campus

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2026-2027
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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

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
B211
Institution code:
N84

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Application codes

Course code:
B211
Institution code:
N84

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91% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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