BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science

A minimum of 200 points from at least two A-Levels or equivalent

Post-16 qualifications should include Chemistry at A-Level grade C or equivalent plus other appropriate subjects, preferably drawn from the physical, mathematical or biological sciences. General Studies is not accepted.

Alternative qualifications include:

Scottish Advanced Highers, CCCCC. Must have C (Advanced Higher) in chemistry

Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) BBBCCC. Must have B in chemistry

International Baccalaureate 25 points with chemistry at HL (minimum 5), plus biology, physics and maths

BTEC NND MMP Applied Science

BTEC NNC DM Applied Science

Access to HE 45 credits at level 3 including at least 18 credits at merit or distinction in science (chemistry, mathematics AND biology).

Candidates with qualifications other than these may be considered for entry and should contact the School before applying

Language entry requirements :

The University accepts the following minimum English language standards for entry to its degree courses.

You must have at least one of the following standards in English to enter a degree or diploma course:

An IELTS score of 6.0, or a TOEFL score of 550 (or 213 for the computer-based test)

Pearson PTE Academic score of 54

A pass in the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) examination

A pass in the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) examination

GCSE/GCE O Level grade C or equivalent British-based examination

For selected countries, a good pass in English in the final year of secondary school (this being the equivalent of year 13 in England and Wales), or

Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the British Council (as listed in the British Council NARIC Guide) or an equivalent body

For entry to the BA (Hons) English Language and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programmes, you will need a score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, since this is a special award which includes an international qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

Year 1 covers key topics such as infection and immunity, physicochemical science and pharmaceutical chemistry. It considers human health, physiology, and disease prevention and treatment. It looks at the molecular basis of disease and introduces you to a diversity of microorganisms, including bacteria, algae, protozoa, fungi and the viruses. In addition, you will begin the process of developing your transferable skills.

Year 2 explores basic principles of drug development and considers practical applications of biochemistry and pharmacology. It looks at the role of pathogens and metabolic processes in the development of disease and identifies targets for drugs in the search for therapeutic agents. It also examines the relationship between protein structure and function and investigates spectroscopic methods of analysis as tools in drug design and development.

You can undertake a work placement in your third year or move directly to your final year which covers the principles of drug design and development that can achieve a therapeutic effect with minimal adverse reaction. It explores the diversity and complexity of membrane structure and function, looks at laboratory management and gives you the chance to undertake a research project of your choice.