Our Pharmaceutical Science course provides the knowledge and skills required for drug development, analytical testing of pharmaceuticals and regulatory conditions. The course has many distinctive features that make it a dynamic and evolving field of study, aligned closely with the needs and advancements of the Pharmaceutical, healthcare, and medical industries.
BSc. (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science provides the students with a variety of career opportunities including pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control, research and development, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, pharmaceutical marketing, and academia.
Our industry professionals’ partners provide expert advice on the design and continuous updating of the curriculum. Training and placements opportunities often help students build networks and gain insights into the real-world pharmaceutical industry. Our course covers a wide range of topics including pharmacology, pharmaceutical & medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, drug formulation, and drug delivery. This diverse curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the drug development process from the molecular level to manufacturing and regulatory considerations.
This course will give the chance to understand the regulatory aspects governing drug development, approval, and commercialization as a crucial component of the learning outcomes. It also includes topics on the ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks of pharmaceuticals globally.
This program is accredited by The Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences (APS)
Modules
Year 1
Biochemistry
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Microbiology
Cellular and molecular biology
Employability Skills for Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Year 2
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Pharmaceutical Technology
Research skills in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science
Formulation and Materials Science
Professional Skills in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Work Experience
Year 3
Research Project in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Science
Drug Design and Development
Natural Products and Medicinal Chemistry
Therapeutics
Medicines Regulation, Standards, and Quality Control
Placement
The course has the option of a placement year should a student wish to take this. Staff will support students in obtaining a placement (through industry contacts) where possible. Placement performance will be monitored via a placement handbook. The placement is not credit bearing.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
Study options
BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
09/2025
Apply by 29 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:
L75
Campus name:
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
London South Bank University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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:
L75
Campus name:
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
International applicants
English Language Requirements for International and EU Applicants: IELTS 6.0 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 5.5) or TOEFL IBT 80 ( the minimum score required in each skills areas are: Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, Speaking 20) or Pearson Test of English Academic 52 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 51)
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level
112 UCAS Tariff points from A levels including Chemistry and a second STEM subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
112 UCAS Tariff points from a BTEC including a Chemistry profile
Access to HE Diploma
112 UCAS Tariff points from an Access to HE Diploma including 12 credits in Chemistry related subjects.
T Level
112 UCAS Tariff points from a Full T Level in Science with appropriate specialism (Chemistry).
Applicants must hold GCSEs 9-4 in Maths and Biology or equivalent.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Student Outcomes
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60%
60 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
70%
70 Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Location
Fee
Year
England
£9535
Year 1
Northern Ireland
£9535
Year 1
Scotland
£9535
Year 1
Wales
£9535
Year 1
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
Read fees and funding information at https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-and-funding