Course summary

Medical breakthroughs such as the Human Genome Project have made it possible to identify the genes associated with many inherited disorders, including cancers. With our BSc (Hons)/MSci Pharmaceutical Science degree courses, you can join the next generation of scientists applying new knowledge to create new treatments and interventions. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, these courses are perfect if you would like to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. With a research-focused learning and laboratory-based delivery, the course is recommended if you want a career in research, teaching and related professional fields such as animal health, food science, cosmetic science, in medical laboratories, technical sales, patent law and scientific journalism. Pharmaceutical science is at the cutting-edge of research and is an exceptionally versatile scientific discipline with opportunities in the field continuing to grow and develop. This programme includes an optional placement year approved by an academic placement coordinator, which offers you the chance to put your studies to use in a real working environment.