BSc Pharmacology
Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
About this course
BSc in Pharmacology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students undertake a final-year honours research project. The degree programme also offers the option to complete an industrial placement year.
Modules
- Introduction to Medical Sciences
- Introduction to the Science of Sport, Exercise and Health
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
- The Cell
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 2
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Physiology of Human Cells (BI20B2)
- Molecular Biology of the Gene (BI20M3)
- Foundation Skills for Medical Sciences
- Physiology of Human Organ Systems (BI25B2)
- Energy for Life (BI25M7)
- Research Skills for Medical Sciences
- Biochemical Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Cardiovascular Physiology and Pharmacology
- Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology
- Mechanisms of Disease and Principles of Chemotherapy
- Neuroscience Research Topics
- Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences
- Working Out? Placement & Career Skills
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Current Topics in Pharmacological Research
- Medical Science Data Analysis Paper
- Medical Science General Essay Paper
- Medical Sciences Honours Research Project