Course summary

Overview Why study Pharmaceutical Sciences BSc with Foundation Year at Middlesex University? Our Foundation Year is designed for those not meeting the entry requirements to the BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences course. We prioritize your success, offering a supportive four-year course structure. With a high progression rate to degree study, our Foundation Year sets you on the path to a range of science degrees, including pharmaceutical chemistry and biomedical sciences. You should study this degree if you are interested in learning how medicines are developed and how they interact with the body. This degree will prepare you for a career in the pharmaceutical industry where you can contribute to the development of new drugs and make an impact on people’s lives. What will you learn? Throughout the course, you'll gain a profound understanding of the drug development process, delving into crucial concepts in chemistry and biology related to pharmaceutical sciences. The foundation year ensures you develop essential skills in science, offering interactive online lectures, workshops, activities, and labs. As you progress, the multidisciplinary degree integrates core sciences like chemistry, pharmaceutics, and biosciences, arming you with the expertise needed for a successful career. How do we support your career development? The Foundation Year equips you with the fundamental knowledge and skills required to excel in your chosen field of science. Our high progression rates highlight the effectiveness of this program in preparing students for successful degree-level study. Whether you lack the right qualifications, feel unprepared for degree-level learning, or are returning to education, our comprehensive approach to teaching, including virtual and face-to-face laboratories, ensures that you receive the necessary support to thrive academically. Introducing our new Learning Framework After working with our students to gather feedback on what they love most about our courses, we’re making some changes to how we structure and teach our programmes for the start of the 2024/25 academic year. You can find more information about how this course is affected by viewing the relevant course information sheet on our Learning Framework page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/learning-framework/