Pharmacology

University of Northampton

Pharmacology is the study of drugs and how they interact and work on our cells and tissues.In our Pharmacology BSc you will learn how drugs are made into medicines. How drugs and other chemicals interact at the molecular, cellular and systems levels in the body. Pharmacologists have been key to the development of drugs and vaccines, that have improved the treatment of many of the diseases of modern society, including:
• The treatment of bacterial infections with antibiotics,
• HIV with anti-retroviral drugs
• Mental health with antidepressant drugs and antipsychotics
• Cardiovascular diseases with statins and antihypertensivesOur course has been designed to meet the standards of the British Pharmacological Society’s (BPS) undergraduate core curriculum. Course modules are structured using a variety of methods including lectures, seminars, laboratory practical classes and is known for it’s active blended learning (ABL) style of delivery. Our aim is to provide you with opportunities to be actively involved in your learning.This course is suited to those wanting to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry or in biomedical research as well as graduate entry to medicine. With regards to employment, 95% of students go on to work and / or study within 15 months after the course.

- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.- Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd.- At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2026 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2026.- Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop

The Northampton Employment PromiseIn fact, we’re so confident in our careers and employability support that if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree and complete either our Employability Plus Gold programme or achieve a Changemaker Gold Certificate during your time studying with us, but still haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating, we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you or support you into postgraduate study.✱ eligibility criteria apply. See northampton.ac.uk/student-life/accommodation/ for more information✱✱ eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.uk/benefits for more information