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Pharmacology

University of Nottingham

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University Park - Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs work in the body. This includes any type of chemical or biological agent that produces an effect on the body including medicines, poisons, and chemicals in the food we eat and drink. There are two aspects to pharmacology: the effect of the drug on the body, and the effect of the body on the drug.Following your study, there’s a wealth of employability opportunities, from research roles in pharmaceutical companies and academia to positions in clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and healthcare, offering diverse career paths in a rapidly evolving field.


Course overview

Pharmacology can lead to a fulfilling career in medicines research or an industry that improves the lives of people around the world in areas such as drug discovery, medicines development, medical writing, regulatory affairs and pharmaceutical marketing.


Why choose this course?

- Top 20 in the UK for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (Guardian University Guide 2024) and 12th in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025- Benefit from small-group teaching that supports your learning- Be supported by a personal tutor to provide academic and pastoral advice throughout your degree- Active research staff teaching experience-based learning on the latest research developments and expertise- Gain practical laboratory experience throughout your course

Tuition fees

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£ 33,000per year

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University information

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    University Park Campus, University Park Campus, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom

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A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Pharmacology & Pharmacy

    13th out of 47 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    146 64%

    19th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    19th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    34th

    14

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