Program Overview

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BSc (Hons) Pharmacology with Foundation Year

Overview

Pharmacology is the branch of science that deals with the study of drugs and their effects on the body. This course aims to prepare high-quality pharmacology graduates with the skills for pharmaceutical careers and related lab fields.

Award

BSc (Hons)

Start date(s)

15 September 2025

UCAS Code

B213

Course specifications

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Course length

Part-time (8 years), Full-time (4 years)

Campus location

University: City Campus

School

School of Pharmacy

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In this section

• Overview
• Entry Requirements
• Fees & Finance
• Modules
• Employability
• Facilities

Why choose this course?

The course aims to produce high-quality pharmacology graduates with the generic, subject-specific, and transferable knowledge and skills suited to a career in the pharmaceutical industry or other related laboratory-based scientific discipline.

What happens on the course?

Level 3 (Foundation Year)

• Develops study and analytical skills in preparation for future study in science and technology
• Develops an understanding of the knowledge that underpins the pharmacological and pharmaceutical arenas

Level 4

• Offers a thorough introduction to the molecular basis of life as well as the biology, microbiology, and human anatomy necessary for a more complete understanding of drug action
• Includes two complete modules in pharmacology
• Emphasizes the development of useful skills and independent critical thinking

Level 5

• Takes a more detailed look at the process of drug discovery and development
• Includes laboratory-based skills essential to drug discovery and testing
• Covers the therapeutic uses of pharmacological agents

Level 6

• Undertakes a research project in an aspect of pharmacology
• Expands knowledge and understanding by studying advanced modules covering pharmaceutical biotechnology, molecular biology, gene manipulation, bioinformatics, and biochemical pharmacology

Course Modules

Year 1

• Chemistry for Foundation Sciences
• Communication and study skills
• Foundation Mathematics I
• Orientation to Pharmaceutical Science
• Problem Solving in Science and Technology
• Foundation Mathematics II
• Fundamentals of Bioscience
• Fundamentals of Healthcare Science

Year 2

• Human Form & Function
• Introduction to Microbiology
• Molecular Basis of Life
• Pharmacology and Toxicology
• Principles of Drug Action
• Scientific Communication and Undergraduate Development

Year 3

• Drug Design and Development
• Experimental Pharmacology
• Further Therapeutic Pharmacology
• Molecular Biosciences
• Pharmaceutical Microbiology
• Therapeutic Pharmacology

Year 4

• Biochemical Pharmacology
• Bioinformatics
• Current Advances in Pharmacology
• Honours Project (Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacology)
• Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Molecular Biology

Additional Information

Why Wolverhampton?

• Equips students with knowledge of traditional and state-of-the-art drug design and development
• Offers an integrated approach to teaching, mixing theoretical knowledge with laboratory-based practical sessions and research projects
• Provides access to state-of-the-art facilities within the Rosalind Franklin Building

What skills will you gain?

• Apply a range of graduate skills to investigation in pharmacological science
• Show competency in scientific method: its values, application, and extension as applied to the various disciplines which comprise Pharmacology
• Demonstrate the ability to use a range of laboratory-based techniques
• Relate the pharmacological actions of drugs to their efficacy in achieving therapeutic effects

Course Fees and Finance

• Location | Mode | Fee | Year
  • Home | Full-time | £9250 per year |
  • Home | Full-time | £9535 per year |
  • Home | Part-time | £4625 per year# |
  • International | Full-time | £14950 per year |
  • International | Full-time | £15995 per year |

Entry Requirements

• Prepare for Foundation Pathway: We will consider mature applicants (age 21 or over) who have not achieved 48 UCAS points (equivalence) from prior level 3 qualifications, if you have a keen interest in this subject area or hold relevant experience.
• Academic Pathway: 48+ UCAS tariff points
  • A-levels: Grade profile of DD
  • Access to HE Diploma: (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (48 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 45 credits at pass)
  • BTEC: Grade profile of PPP
  • T-Level: Pass grade with a core component profile less than C.
  • Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points will be required.
  • International entry requirements and application guidance can be found here

Who accredits this course?

• Royal Society of Biology

Funding

• Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status): Most students will be able to apply for a loan to pay for these subject to eligibility.
• Changes for EU students: The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as having Overseas Fee status.
• Self-funding: If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.
• Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees: If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

Contact us

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• Online: Order a prospectus

Study spaces

• We’re got plenty of study spaces around campus – so you can find the ideal place to suit your style, wherever – and whenever – you get your best ideas.

Rosalind Franklin Building

• An entire floor of the Rosalind Franklin Building, the City Campus home of our science courses, is dedicated to the delivery of pharmacy activities.

Practice suite

• Hone your skills in our dedicated pharmacy practice suite and in interactive spaces purpose-made for team-based learning.

Specialist labs

• Learn in our pharmaceutical laboratory with formulation capabilities and teaching labs featuring state-of-the-art kit.

Libraries

• Our libraries offer helpful support and resources to aid your studies including: social learning and quiet study areas, bookable spaces, and 24/7 opening at key times in the year.

World Class Facilities

• Six floors of facilities in our Rosalind Franklin building are packed full of the newest technology and specialist equipment, whatever your branch of science.

How We Compare

• Find out how our course is rated on Discover Uni, the official website for comparing UK higher education courses

Full-time Course

• 65% say staff value students views and opinions about the course
• 82% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
• 85% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.

Part-time Course

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Course Options

• Location | Study mode | Duration | Start date |
  • University: City Campus | Part-time | 8 years | 15 September 2025 | Apply Directly
  • University: City Campus | Full-time | 4 years | 15 September 2025 | Apply via UCAS

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