BSc Pharmaceutical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science is an undergraduate pharmacology degree centred on the scientific principles of drug discovery, development, and distribution. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students complete practical work in an industry-standard level 2 SuperLab in Chelmsford, and undertake an independent research project in their final year. The first year covers foundational concepts through Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, and Fundamentals of Nutrition, Drugs and Metabolism. The second year progresses to Essential Physiological Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Formulations, Principles of Pharmacology, and Medicinal Chemistry and Analytical Techniques. The final year focuses on advanced applications with Applied Pharmacology, Biotechnology, Drug Development and Regulatory Affairs, and culminates in the Undergraduate Major Project.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a pass in Science (Chemistry preferred) at A level or equivalent level. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. If you have already achieved your Access to HE results and are unsure if we can consider you, please contact us. BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science with grade profile MMM to include 6 Chemistry titled units and 6 Biology titled units at Merit or above. UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in Science are accepted. International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include a related subject. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, related subjects are required. UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, related subjects are required. UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, related subjects are required.
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What students say
Based on about 5 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 68%
- Organisation and management: 64%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 201 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 74%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 4%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 49%
- Other Health Professionals: 21%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Sales occupations: 2%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 89%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 78%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 1,425 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 63%
- London: 17%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Scientific Communication and Professional Skills
- Principles of Biomedical Science
- Fundamentals of Nutrition, Drugs and Metabolism
- Into ARU
- Essential Physiological Biochemistry
- Pharmaceutical Formulations
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Medicinal Chemistry and Analytical Techniques
- Research Proposal
- Ruskin Module
- Applied Pharmacology
- Biotechnology
- Specialist Case Studies
- Drug Development and Regulatory Affairs
- Undergraduate Major Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Pharmaceutical Science at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £41,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Pharmacology.
What do graduates of BSc Pharmaceutical Science at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Pharmaceutical Science at Anglia Ruskin University?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Pharmaceutical Science at Anglia Ruskin University?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 75 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Pharmaceutical Science at Anglia Ruskin University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.