Pharmaceutical Science

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)

Course 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.