BSc Pharmacology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Pharmacology, a pharmacology degree focused on the study of drugs and their actions within living systems. Core topics include Research Methods and Human Behaviour. Accreditation for the course is currently sought from the Royal Society of Biology. The foundation year features Professional and Academic Skills for University Study, Applied Learning Project, and Foundations in Science. The first year establishes foundations through Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Introduction to Microbiology, and Genetics and Molecular Biology. The second year examines Bioscience Research Methods, Principles of Pharmacology, and Physiology 2, alongside optional modules such as Genes and Genomics, Processes of Life: Biochemistry, and Bioinformatics. The final year centres on Neuro-Pharmacology, Molecular Pharmacology, and the Pharmacology Dissertation, with options including Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience, Gene Regulation, and Toxicology.
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Entry requirements
A typical offer for this degree in Pharmacology would be: BBC at A Level DMM at BTEC Extended Diploma (in Applied Science, Applied Human Biology or Pharmaceutical Science or similar science subject) or, Access to Higher Education: 30 Level 3 Credits at Merit Merit in T Level Science GCSE Maths and English Language required at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent. Other Entry Requirements: For A Levels, you are expected to have studied two science A Level subjects (one at Grade C in Chemistry or Biology, and one other in Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Maths or Physics), or equivalent qualification. For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page . For more information on how to apply as an International student, please visit our How to Apply page . Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Entry Requirements: Admission to this foundation year is normally: DEE at A Level (applicants are expected to have studied two science A Level subjects (one in Chemistry or Biology, and one other in Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Maths or Physics)) or, MPP at BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (in Applied Science, Applied Human Biology or Pharmaceutical Science or similar science subject) or Pass (D or E) at T Level However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, or a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 60%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 55%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 141 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 57%
- Therapy professionals: 15%
- Other Health Professionals: 5%
- Administrative occupations: 3%
- Caring personal services: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 88%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 78%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 82%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 360 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 55%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 4%
- South East: 14%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional and Academic Skills for University Study
- Applied Learning Project
- Foundations in Science
- Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Biochemical Skills
- Foundations of Chemistry
- Bioscience Research Methods
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Physiology 2
- Systems Pharmacology and Therapeutics
- Genes and Genomics
- Processes of Life: Biochemistry
- Cellular Pathology
- Bioinformatics
- Neuro-Pharmacology
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Pharmacology Dissertation
- Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
- Gene Regulation
- Toxicology
- Drug Discovery & Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Pharmacology at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £37,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Pharmacology.
What do graduates of BSc Pharmacology at University of Northampton do next?
89% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Pharmacology at University of Northampton?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Pharmacology at University of Northampton?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 90 UCAS points.
Does BSc Pharmacology at University of Northampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Pharmacology at University of Northampton?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.