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Pharmacology and Drug Discovery with Foundation Year

Entry requirements


A level

C,C,C

Critical Thinking and General Studies are not accepted.

Access to HE Diploma

P:45

at Level 3

Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

28

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MMM

Scottish Advanced Higher

D,D,D

Scottish Higher

B,B,C,C,C

Obtain an overall Pass including a C in the core of the T Level and a Pass in the Occupational Specialism. Any subject is acceptable.

UCAS Tariff

96-117

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About this course


Course option

4years

Full-time including foundation year | 2024

Subject

Pharmacology

**Overview**

Our pharmacology and drug discovery degree offers you the opportunity to explore some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare today. You will investigate how we can support an ageing population and combat the increasing number of cases of diseases such as cancer, as well as how we can help one in four people suffering from mental health issues.

Your passion for chemistry and biology will be put to use for the good of human health as you develop the life-changing medicines of the future. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle these challenges and make a difference in the world of pharmaceutical research.

Our research-rich environment is at the heart of our course, allowing you to develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to excel in this field.

If you do not yet have the knowledge or grades required for our BSc Pharmacology and Drug Discovery program, our Foundation Year is designed to fill any gaps in your knowledge. The Foundation Year provides a firm grounding in chemistry, biology, and mathematics, as well as introducing you to key concepts of pharmacology and medicinal chemistry.

Overall, our degree provides a comprehensive education that prepares you for a rewarding career in pharmacology and drug discovery, where you can make a real difference in the lives of others.

**About This Course**

Pharmacology is a fascinating field that involves the study of drugs and their effects on living organisms. Our Pharmacology Drug Discovery programme offers a unique and innovative multidisciplinary approach, combining biology, chemistry, and physical sciences to understand the science behind disease and medicines.

Our BSc is the only programme of its type in the UK, and it will provide you with an in-depth understanding of how drugs work to combat disease, as well as how new drugs are designed, synthesised and manufactured. In addition, we include business studies to equip you with the necessary management skills required to succeed in today's corporate world.

Our academic researchers, including pharmacologists, cell biologists, and medicinal and pharmaceutical chemists, will teach you the latest techniques and research in pharmacology and drug discovery. Our practical classes provide you with experience in synthetic medicinal chemistry and current molecular pharmacology, essential techniques used in the discovery of new medicines. You will also learn how to design experiments and write reports in the form of scientific papers.

One of the highlights of the course is the opportunity to conduct your own original research in an individual project carried out within an active research laboratory. This project will allow you to apply your knowledge and skills to a real-world problem and gain valuable experience in the field.

Overall, our Pharmacology Drug Discovery programme is an excellent choice for those looking to pursue a career in pharmaceutical research. Our multidisciplinary approach and practical learning experiences will prepare you for a fulfilling and rewarding career in this exciting field.

**Disclaimer**

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: **www.uea.ac.uk**

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

University of East Anglia UEA

Department:

School of Pharmacy

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

82%
Pharmacology

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Pharmacology

Teaching and learning

82%
Staff make the subject interesting
82%
Staff are good at explaining things
82%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
71%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

76%
Library resources
82%
IT resources
88%
Course specific equipment and facilities
59%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

92%
UK students
8%
International students
56%
Male students
44%
Female students
76%
2:1 or above
22%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
C
C

After graduation


The stats in this section relate to the general subject area/s at this university – not this specific course. We show this where there isn't enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Pharmacology

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£22,000
high
Average annual salary
100%
med
Employed or in further education
100%
med
Employed in a role where degree was essential or beneficial

Top job areas of graduates

97%
Health professionals
1%
Natural and social science professionals
1%
Childcare and related personal services

As only a relatively small number of students study pharmacology or toxicology, these statistics refer most closely to the graduate prospects of pharmacy graduates, so bear that in mind when you review them. Only a handful of students take first degrees in pure toxicology every year — the subject is more popular at Masters level. Pharmacology is a degree that tends to lead to jobs in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, and outcomes are improving again after a difficult time in the last few years. Jobs in pharmacology are often very specialist and so it’s no surprise that pharmacologists are amongst the most likely of all students to go on to a doctorate — if you want a job in research, start thinking about a PhD. As for pharmacy, unemployment rates are below 1% and 95% of pharmacy graduates had jobs as pharmacists (mostly in retail pharmacists) six months after they left their courses - employment rates have gone up significantly in the last couple of years.

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Pharmacology

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£27k

£27k

£38k

£38k

£41k

£41k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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