Program Overview

Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons)

Overview

Pharmaceutical science is the study of the formulation, development and manufacture of new drugs. Pharmaceutical scientists have the power to transform patients' lives by developing new treatments for diseases. It looks at how different drugs act on the human body and how their healing effects can be safely used.

Course Options

• Start date: September 2025
• Degree: UCAS code: B UCAS points
• Entry Requirements:
  • Academic requirements:
    • 112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:
      • A Levels in at least two subjects including Grade B in Biology or Chemistry
      • BTEC Extended Diploma – DDM in Applied science or relevant (science based) subject
      • BTEC Diploma – DD, at least Merit in relevant subjects
      • Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject
      • T Levels in a relevant subject
      • International Baccalaureate – 25 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, including Higher Level Grade 4 in Biology or Chemistry
  • International qualifications:
    • We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications.
  • English Language requirements:
    • IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; 5.5 in Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent).
  • Mature applicants and those without formal qualifications:
    • We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course.

Fees, Funding, and Additional Costs

• Fees:
  • UK/Home students: £9,535 per year
  • International students: £15,560 per year
• Funding:
  • UK fee status holders:
    • Government funding
    • UEL funding
    • External funding
  • International fee status holders:
    • UEL scholarships
    • Ways to pay
• Additional costs:
  • Textbooks
  • Computer equipment
  • Printing
  • Travel

Course Modules

• Foundation Year:
  • Essential Skills for Higher Education (Mental Wealth)
  • Essential Maths & ICT
  • Human Biology
  • Career & Professional Skills (Mental Wealth)
  • Introduction to the Study of Cells
  • Chemistry of Life
• Year 1:
  • Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth)
  • Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
  • Cell Biology
  • Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
• Year 2:
  • Infection & Immunity
  • Fundamental & Experimental Pharmacology
  • Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery
  • Research & Career Development - Mental Wealth
  • Drug, Discovery, Development and Regulation
  • Organic Mechanisms of Synthesis
• Year 3:
  • Natural Products and Discovery
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Application of Analytical Techniques in Pharmaceutical Quality Control
  • Research Project and Career Enhancement Portfolio (Mental Wealth)
  • Biopharmaceuticals
  • Toxicology

Career Opportunities

• Industry links: Our course curriculum has been carefully developed from the APS indicative syllabus to ensure we are providing the content and experience that will enable you to develop a satisfying and enjoyable pharmaceutical science career.
• Graduate employers: Our graduates have found pharmaceutical science jobs as varied as the NHS and Pfizer as well as pharmacies, laboratories and the wider pharmaceutical sector.
• Job roles: Students with a pharmaceutical science degree have gone on to careers as laboratory technicians, scientific officers, pharmacy manufacturers, quality control analysts, dispensers and microbiology analysts.

How You'll Learn

• Guided independent study: When not attending timetabled lectures or workshops as part of your BSc Pharmaceutical Science, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study.
• Academic support: Students are supported through their pharmaceutical science degree with academic or subject-related queries by a programme director, module leaders, academic advisors, and university central support services.
• Dedicated personal tutor: If you need a bit of extra help with certain skills such as academic writing, English, maths, or statistics, academic tutors offer workshops, drop-in sessions, and one-to-one appointments to help you achieve your potential.

Assessment

• Coursework and exams: We'll assess you with a mixture of coursework and exams. Coursework includes essays, research reports, group and seminar presentations and a final-year project.
• Year 1: 50% Portfolio/Coursework, 50% Laboratory/Practical/ICT
• Year 2: 33% Written Exam/Timed Assessment, 33% Laboratory/Practical/ICT, 17% Portfolio/Coursework, 8.5% Group Project/Presentation, 8.5% Case Study/PBL
• Year 3: 42% Written Exam/Timed Assessment, 33% Portfolio/Coursework, 25% Laboratory/Practical/ICT

Campus and Facilities

• Stratford Campus, London, E15 4LZ: Our historic Stratford campus is located in one of the best-connected areas of London: close to Stratford's thriving town centre, the 2012 Olympic Park, just 15 minutes from London's West End and 20 minutes from Canary Wharf.