Pharmacology
Entry requirements
A level
Biology or Chemistry at grade B or above required
Relevant subject required with grade merit in all level 3 Biology / Chemistry units
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Relevant subject required with Biology or Chemistry units at grade merit or above
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Relevant subject required with Biology or Chemistry units at grade merit or above
Including Biology / Chemistry at grade H2 or above
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About this course
Our passion for pharmacology stretches over half a century of studying drugs and how their application affects the prevention and treatment of disease. This is why we look to the future by placing emphasis on emerging therapeutic strategies and research opportunities on our new, revamped course.
Our lecturers' calibre has been recognised by the British Pharmacology Society (BPS) with the 2014 Rang Prize for excellence in pharmacological teaching. They will give you a thorough introduction to every area of pharmacology through our diverse and flexible approach.
If you don't have the standard qualifications or you're coming from an extended break in education, our foundation year is the perfect building block to move you onto the next level – even if you're not sure if this is the right degree for you.
Modules
Year 1: Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth) (Core), Essential Chemistry (Core), Cell Biology (Core), Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (Core), Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology (Core), Fundamentals in Microbiology (Core), Level 4 Short Work Placement (Optional)
Year 2: Infection & Immunity (Core), Physiological Regulation (Core), Fundamental & Experimental Pharmacology (Core), Drug, Discovery, Development and Regulation (Core), Cellular Biochemistry (Core), Research & Career Development - Mental Wealth (Core), Year Long Placement (Sandwich Year) (Optional), Level 5 Short Work Placement (Optional)
Year 3: Neuropsychopharmacology & Emerging Therapeutics (Core), Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Pharmacology (Core), Immunopharmacology & Chemotherapeutics (Core), Research Project and Career Enhancement Portfolio (Mental Wealth) (Core), Toxicology (Core), New Frontiers in Pharmacology (Core), Level 6 Short Work Placement (Optional)
For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment methods
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. Most of the assessment in your first year is by coursework and we'll give you as much feedback as possible.
Year 1 - 58% Portfolio/Coursework, 42% Laboratory/Practical/ICT
Year 2 - 35% Portfolio/Coursework 32% Written Exam/Timed Assessment, 25% Laboratory/Practical/ICT, 8% Group Project/Presentation
Year 3 - 57% Portfolio/Coursework, 28% Written Exam/Timed Assessment, 10% Case Study/PBL, 5% Group Project/Presentation
You'll always receive detailed feedback outlining your strengths and how you can improve. We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 14 working days, although you will receive immediate feedback following many of our face to face assessments.
Tuition fees
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Stratford Campus
School of Health, Sport and Bioscience (HSB)
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