Pharmacology, BSc (Hons)

Pharmacology focuses on the discovery and characterisation of drugs used as medicines or tools to advance understanding of the body in health and disease. Ranked first in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024, it primarily examines drug properties, modes of action, discovery, toxicity, usage, and processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.This degree programme builds a broad knowledge base of drugs at molecular, cellular, tissue, and systems levels, with in-depth study in areas like neuropharmacology, cancer, and toxicology, reflecting the School's research strengths. It adopts a research-led approach to deliver a modern curriculum, equipping graduates with skills for pharmacology and related careers. The 5-year MSci option includes a year's placement in industry, commerce, or research, culminating in an undergraduate Masters degree instead of a BSc.

View all modules on the programme page to find out more about what you will be studying and when. University of Aberdeen modules are designed to give you breadth and depth to your degree. The range of modules you study will allow you to become proficient in all subjects which are directly relevant to your degree giving you greater career options.