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BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science

  • Undergraduate
  • London
Last Updated: 13/07/2026View on Institutions website
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BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

3 years

Course Description

This vocationally oriented Pharmaceutical Science degree is designed for students passionate about understanding how new medicines are invented and delivered. The course combines biology and chemistry to examine drug design, targets, and delivery mechanisms. Students will explore the entire process of rational drug design, from identifying biological targets linked to diseases to optimising lead compounds. You will also investigate the parameters affecting drug delivery to specific body sites to maximise therapeutic results while minimising side effects. The programme is taught through a mix of theoretical teaching and extensive practical work in the institution's £30 million Science Centre, which features state-of-the-art laboratories. Students have the opportunity to undertake work placements in their third year to gain real-world experience. The course is accredited by The Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences (APS), and graduates are eligible for Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry. This degree is ideal for those looking to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry or further scientific research.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £9,790 per year for full-time study. Tuition fees for subsequent years may be subject to inflationary increases by the UK government. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Course Structure

Cell Biology (for Life Sciences)

15 Credits

Fundamental Chemical Concepts

15 Credits

Fundamentals of Molecular Biology

15 Credits

General Chemistry

15 Credits

Introduction to Laboratory Skills

15 Credits

Introduction to Organic Chemistry

15 Credits

Key Principles in Chemistry

15 Credits

Laboratory Techniques with Data Handling

15 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates have pursued careers as research technicians, science teachers, clinical trials assistants, pharmacy technicians, sterile specialists, and product development technologists at various industry-leading companies.