Program Overview

Overview of the Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc(Hons) Program

The Pharmaceutical Chemistry BSc(Hons) program at the University of Huddersfield offers students the opportunity to explore the fundamentals of organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmacology while developing a specialism in pharmaceutics. Throughout the course, students will build their knowledge and apply industry-sought skills to real-world problems.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program may consider careers in a wide range of scientific areas, including:

• Chemical analysis
• Chemical manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Pharmaceutics
• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Production and process control
• Research and teaching

Course Structure

The program is structured over three years for full-time students, with an optional placement year available after the second year. The course includes a mix of core and optional modules, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical chemistry and related fields.

Core Modules

Core modules in the first year include:

• Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
• The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
• States of Matter, Kinetics and Thermodynamics
• Pharmaceutics 1
• Biochemistry 1
• Physiology 1: Structure and Function

In the second year, core modules include:

• Methods and Strategies in Organic Synthesis
• Molecular Analysis & Instrumental Methods
• Pharmaceutics 2
• Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics
• Cell Biology

Optional Modules

Optional modules in the second year include:

• Biochemistry 2
• Physiology 2: Control and Integration
• Supervised Work Experience

In the final year, students can choose from a range of optional modules, including:

• Heterocycles, Selectivity and Modern Synthesis
• Separation Techniques & Analytical Toxicology
• Mass Spectrometry, NMR, Electroanalysis & Sensors
• Immunology and Infection
• Medical Pharmacology 3
• Pharmaceutical Formulation and Drug Analysis
• Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases

Research Project

The final year also includes a chemically-based independent research project, where students can pursue topics that interest them the most or wish to examine further in their future career.

Teaching and Assessment

Students are taught through a series of lectures, tutorials, seminars, practicals, and directed reading. Assessment includes written exams and coursework, such as problem-solving assignments, laboratory reports, short tests, and oral and poster presentations.

Facilities and Resources

The University of Huddersfield provides state-of-the-art chemistry and pharmaceutical labs, featuring modern instruments, to support students' learning and research.

Accreditations and Professional Links

The program is designed to meet the needs of the pharmaceutical industry, with input from professionals and academics in the field.

Career Support

The University's Careers and Employability Service offers professional help, support, and guidance to students, including industry-supported workshops, careers fairs, and one-to-one guidance sessions.

Fees and Finance

Tuition fees for UK-based students are £9,535 per year for full-time students. The University also offers information on funding, fees, and finance for UK students, as well as international students.

Further Study

Graduates may consider progressing to postgraduate courses, such as the Secondary Science with Biology PGCE with QTS or the Secondary Science with Chemistry PGCE with QTS, or pursuing a Master's or PhD at the University of Huddersfield.