Pharmaceutical Science with Regulatory Affairs, BSc (Hons)

Kingston University's Pharmaceutical Science degree stands out as the first UK undergraduate program accredited by The Organisation for Professionals in Regulatory Affairs (TOPRA), making graduates highly desirable to employers. It has been shortlisted for prestigious awards, including the Guardian University Award and TOPRA Regulatory Excellence Award. Students benefit from extensive practical training in state-of-the-art laboratories, supported by a £6.8 million investment, and the university's Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold rating for outstanding teaching and student outcomes.This course emphasizes regulatory affairs, focusing on ensuring drug safety, producing legal applications for new licences, and navigating pharmaceutical industry practices. It covers medicine sources, mechanisms, production, and administration, while being updated for 2025/26 entry to enhance student learning and industry alignment. Future skills like problem-solving and adaptability are integrated to prepare graduates for careers in regulatory affairs, drug development, quality control, clinical trials, and pharmacovigilance. Teaching includes interactive lectures and practical sessions, with assessments via exams, coursework, and group work to develop effective communication skills.

Example modules – Regulatory Affairs – Analytical Science – Practical and Research Skills in Pharmaceutical Science. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston university course webpage.