Pharmacology, BSc (Hons)

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs interact with the body, encompassing chemical or biological agents such as medicines, poisons, and substances in food and drink. It examines two key aspects: the drug's effect on the body and the body's effect on the drug.This course offers diverse career paths in a dynamic field, including research in pharmaceuticals and academia, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, healthcare, drug discovery, medicines development, medical writing, and pharmaceutical marketing. Ranked in the UK top 20 for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (Guardian University Guide 2024) and 12th globally (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025), it features small-group teaching, personal tutor support, research-led instruction, and hands-on laboratory experience.