13Jun
UndergraduateQueen Mary University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Embark on a transformative journey in the fully online, BSc Pharmacology and Drug Discovery programme. You will engage with a fully online degree designed by expert academics for those aspiring to excel in careers in science and research. This rigorous programme offers a premium digital and flexible learning experience that fits your commitments and needs, utilising innovative teaching practices and digital learning technologies to create a vibrant online community and practical learning through advanced lab simulations. Connect with peers, educators, and industry experts while engaging in a curriculum that provides a comprehensive understanding of drug action and the development of new medicines helping you to develop the skills to critically read and understand research literature, undertake data analysis and communicate to a range of audiences. Taught by the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences, this course combines both faculties’ strengths, their world leading academic experts and resources. Research that saves lives The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry is home to the William Harvey Research Institute, a world-leading pharmacology centre. All the high-quality research here underpins our teaching. We’re carrying out research on basic sciences aiming to identify novel targets for drug development, such as our research into the control of cell division which will help develop cancer treatments. Other academics are focused on evaluating the efficacy of drugs further down the development pipeline. Feel inspired by everyone you connect with and discover how you’ll make an impact.
Modules
Full time Year 1 modules Biomolecules of Life Biomedical Physiology I - Exchange, Movement and Integration Cells Communication Skills for Pharmacologists Genetics Introduction to Pharmacology Research Skills for Pharmacologists Tissue Biology
Assessment method
Deadlines are shared ahead of time so that you will have plenty of time to work through assessment tasks and all assessment is asynchronous. Assessment varies across modules and covers coursework, mini-tests, essays, posters, problem sheets, online oral presentations, and extended reports/dissertations. Prompt feedback is provided on elements of coursework to help you progress. Assessment tasks will be linked across modules so that by the end of the programme you will have a portfolio of work that demonstrates your achievements and reflects your professional identity.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B213
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Extended Project
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
All applicants to Queen Mary must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student and will require a Student Visa to enter the UK.
Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For information on the overseas fee for this programme, please see our website
http://www.qmul.ac.uk/tuitionfees/
Please be aware the fee for this course may rise to £9535 in line with the recent Government announcement. We will update further in January, when the Government’s proposals have been through parliament.
Provider information
Queen Mary University of London
Admissions and Recruitment Office
Mile End Road
Tower Hamlets
London
E1 4NS