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Pharmacology and Health Science BSc (Hons)

University of Bedfordshire

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University of Bedfordshire
UCAS CODE: B290

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Luton Campus 1

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

On this degree, you develop a range of skills in pharmacology and health sciences, with laboratory work and real-world application enabling you to put those skills into practice. You start by building a firm foundation in areas including chemistry, microbiology, anatomy and cell biology. You then progress to subjects at the forefront of modern research such as immunology, pharmacogenetics and toxicology, giving you a complete perspective on the entire drug discovery and development process from ‘invention’, through the clinical phases, to the drug reaching patients.


Facilities and Specialist Equipment

- Contemporary STEM building with high-tech labs and vibrant study spaces, providing you with a supportive and welcoming learning environment.- Cell culture lab and specialised analytical science suite. - HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines, alongside facilities for qPCR and protein purification, allowing you to carry out cutting-edge pharma and biotech experiments.


Partnerships and Collaborations

- Our Life Sciences Liaison Board works with industry professionals across the pharma-biotech, health and food sectors, including Glaxo Smith Kline, Pharmaron, NHS, Life Science Group and Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. Our collaboration within the sector help you establish links and gain valuable work experience.


Your Student Experience

- Our academics are involved in real-world research, leading the way in areas such as obesity, cancer pathways, medicines development and global food security. - Our academic staff’s active involvement in the field ensure you keep up to date with emerging practices and the latest pharmacological developments. - Our staff’s research and professional expertise feeds directly back into their teaching, creating a vibrant, practical-oriented learning environment. - We have strong links within the clinical and industrial sectors, making sure our courses are aligned to industry needs and offer you the opportunity for work experience. - Take part in masterclasses by a range of experts including Rothamsted Research; MSD Merck; Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency; and the UK Health Security Agency. - Learn from field trips to leading industry settings such as MSD Merck. - Expand your network of professional contacts through our annual STEM Careers Expo. - Gain additional lab-work experience via the Student Skills Lab scheme where you can try out techniques for real-world applications, under the guidance of recent graduates.

Application deadline

29 January

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : CCC

A science subject is preferred.

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University information

University of Bedfordshire

University of Bedfordshire

  • University League Table

    129th

  • Campus address

    University of Bedfordshire, Park Square, Luton, Luton, LU1 3JU, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Health Studies

    30th out of 32 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 163
    101 62%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    46.0 46%

    19th

    18

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    23rd

    4

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