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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Applied Pharmaceutical Science

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Applied Pharmaceutical Science course at University of Lincoln.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

104 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include a grade B from A Level Biology, Chemistry or Physics or equivalent qualification.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£17,900 per year
EU£17,900 per year
International£17,900 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: B234

Here's what University of Lincoln says about its Applied Pharmaceutical Science course.

Pharmaceutical Science encompasses a range of scientific disciplines, introducing students to the exciting world of drug discovery, development, and management. Our aim at Lincoln is to produce passionate pharmaceutical scientists who are adept in addressing the healthcare challenges of the future and are well prepared for careers as leaders in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

The MSci Applied Pharmaceutical Science programme begins by offering an insight into the structure, function, and mechanisms of drugs; how different drugs can act on the human body; and how their potentially lifesaving effects can be harnessed safely. During the programme, students will have the opportunity to lead on projects solving real-world problems that the pharmaceutical industry is currently facing.

At Lincoln our academic staff include experienced researchers and practitioners. This innovative programme and curriculum is closely aligned with the pharmaceutical industry and has been developed with employer input to produce high quality work-ready graduates that are actively sought by the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Course details

Qualification

Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Department

School of Health and Care Sciences

Location

Lincoln (Main Site) | Lincoln

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Pharmacology

Start date

September 22, 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

The modules you will study

The first year introduces students to the core subjects that are fundamental to pharmaceutical science, such as chemistry, cell biology, human anatomy, and disease. Students can then progress to examining the analytical methods relevant to drug development, medicine delivery, immunology, pharmacology, and toxicology in the second year, where they also explore key research techniques. The third year introduces more advanced subjects as well as the regulatory and ethical standards that apply to industry professionals. In the final year, students can use the knowledge they have gained in the previous years to lead projects which aim to solve problems currently experienced in the pharmaceutical industry, and have the chance to work alongside an experienced academic on an independent research project. There are also opportunities for students to take part in research alongside academics in order to develop their knowledge, experience, and enhance their skill set. The course is taught through lectures, seminars, laboratory-based practical classes, and lectures from visiting scientists from the pharmaceutical industry.

How you will be assessed

The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that are used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, poster presentations, and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year. The University of Lincoln aims to ensure that staff return in-course assessments to students promptly.

University of Lincoln reviews

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Based on 55 reviews from University of Lincoln's students and alumni
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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2nd year student

VERY GOOD! Lots of choice for societies and they offer help with housing, contracts, course issues. They have several bars and a nightclub on campus and run u2018quacku2019 on a Wednesday which is always packed! They run so many events and they do exam support weeks with free food and things like do...

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2nd year student

Thereu2019s something to do every night. Tons of bars to go to and about 3 nightclubs that people actually go to mainly u2018homeu2019, or u2018quacku2019 at the students union on a Wednesday where all the societies go. All are cheap nights out. Easy to make friends through accom and the millions of...

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1 year ago

2nd year student

The accomodation is an average price for Universityu2019s. The main supermarket is Morrisons so quite expensive but thereu2019s tons of little tescos and Iceland farm foods and Lidl around the city within walking distance. Most people just order food from Lidl or Tesco as itu2019s like u00a32 delive...

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1 year ago

2nd year student

Access is amazing we get emails and a point of contact with our tutors if we need any resources. Anything from health and well-being to employability they help with. They helped me find a placement this year and they send emails with information for everything we need!

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1 year ago

2nd year student

The facilities are very good the libraryu2019s open 24/7 and we have so many options for accommodation to choose from all are up to a decent standard. We have very good sports facilities and a student nightclub which also hosts many events like careers fairs. Thereu2019s so many lecture buildings al...

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1 year ago

2nd year student

My course is very good I have seminars and lectures one of each for 4 modules. My lecturers are amazing and always willing to help! All the power points and work is available online so itu2019s easy to not behind. Itu2019s really good to make friends they make us interact with others on our course. ...

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Lincoln students who took the Applied Pharmaceutical Science course - or another course in the same subject area.

Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

77%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

74%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

64%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

90%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

79%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

69%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

77%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

69%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

69%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

67%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

56%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

38%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

23%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

51%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

51%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

64%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

44%

low

How well organised is your course?

31%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

92%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

82%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

87%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

46%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

69%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

59%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

68%

low

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

76%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

66%

low

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

47%

low

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

71%

low

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

85%

med

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

50%

low

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

82%

high

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

59%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of Lincoln. These students are taking Applied Pharmaceutical Science or another course from the same subject area.

Pharmacology
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female52%Male48%
Where students come from
International7%UK93%
Number of students40
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
ChemistryE
BiologyC
MathematicsB
PsychologyC
GeographyC
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Applied Pharmaceutical Science at University of Lincoln.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Lincoln graduates who took Applied Pharmaceutical Science - or another course in the same subject area.

Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy

Earnings

£24.5k

First year after graduation

£27.9k

Third year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Applied Pharmaceutical Science.

Source: LEO

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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