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Pharmacology MSci

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    Master of Science - MSci

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

Study with us

Our courses are underpinned by our strong research base, links with industry, the NHS and international partners

Study how drugs and other chemicals affect the functions of the body

Our MSci programmes are appropriate if you are interested in an academic or research-related career

Why this course?

This MSci is a five-year Masters degree with entry into either Year 1 with Highers or Year 2 with Advanced Highers or A Levels.

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs and other chemicals affect the body in health and disease. This area explores the development of new and improved medicines and the treatment of disease.

This degree is for those who want to specialise in a single biomedical sciences option at Masters level. The course is particularly relevant if you want to pursue an academic or research-related career.

Assessment

Knowledge and understanding are assessed by written examinations, essays, presentations and computer-aided learning (CAL) exercises and quizzes, available on Myplace.

Competence is assessed through practical tests, practical write-ups, project reports and CAL exercises and quizzes.

Communication skills are assessed through essays and oral presentations.

Project work is assessed from project reports and oral presentations.

Theres an individual research project in the final year of the course where youll demonstrate research skills, problem-solving and a research approach.

Careers

You could be involved in the development of drugs, food processing, protecting the environment, fighting disease or even slowing down the ageing process.

Our graduates find jobs in the pharmaceutical, biotech and agrochemical industries, hospitals and public service laboratories, environmental centres, analytical and forensic science labs, universities, the scientific civil service and teaching at all levels.

A pharmacology degree offers prospects for research careers in academia, industry, the scientific civil service and hospitals. You can work in the product management side of the industry or in areas such as marketing and medical information, acting as the link between pharmaceutical companies and doctors and patients.

The transferable skills you gain from this course will not only prepare you for a career in science but also in areas such as finance, management, marketing, sales, business and media.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 27,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : BBB

Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry. GCSE Maths 6/B and GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/BYear 2 entry requires ABB (Chemistry and Biology/Human Biology. GCSE Maths 6/B and GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B)

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University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G1 1XQ, Scotland

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Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Pharmacology & Pharmacy

    3rd out of 45

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    226 99%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    95.0 95%

    7th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    19th

    2

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