Pharmacology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Pharmacology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Gain a deep understanding of how medicines work, how they’re developed, and how pharmacology plays a vital role in global health as science evolves to develop new and better treatments for disease. At Aston University, our BSc (Hons) Pharmacology degree is grounded in world-class research, and taught by experts with strong connections to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. You'll study the science of drug action in detail and investigate specialist critical areas such as neuropharmacology, toxicology, and personalised medicine.
Designed with flexibility and the ...
Gain a deep understanding of how medicines work, how they’re developed, and how pharmacology plays a vital role in global health as science evolves to develop new and better treatments for disease. At Aston University, our BSc (Hons) Pharmacology degree is grounded in world-class research, and taught by experts with strong connections to the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. You'll study the science of drug action in detail and investigate specialist critical areas such as neuropharmacology, toxicology, and personalised medicine.
Designed with flexibility and the future in mind, the programme builds your scientific knowledge and practical skills year by year, allowing for specialisation in advanced pharmacology during your final year of study.
Our expert academic staff are active researchers with longstanding global collaborations across academia, healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry. As the development of new drug treatments becomes an increasing priority for the government and global health leaders, you’ll be learning in a context that is both highly relevant and future-focused.
Using our sector-leading and recently refurbished practical laboratories, you will learn how receptors, proteins and cells around the body can be influenced by pharmacological treatments. You’ll find out how we discover the mechanisms of cellular communication and brain function, and how these complex processes go wrong in disease.
Key course benefits:\
• Research-led teaching: Delivered by staff with proven research and industrial experience, with active research projects.\
• Career-focused: Includes dedicated key skills stream to develop employability and critical thinking, incorporating Aston Power Skills.\
• Flexible learning: Optional placement year to enhance real-world professional experience.
Facilities\
Our labs are some of the best in the sector. With organ-bath rigs for drug action studies, brain slice rigs for advanced neuropharmacology practicals, human EEG and EMG recording systems and a wide range of molecular biology equipment, we’ve got everything needed to learn the skills that scientists use to discover disease mechanisms and develop new drugs. Alongside this, we’ve got a wide range of dedicated software and well-equipped computer labs and library collections to make sure you’ve got the resources needed to follow your intellectual curiosity. Many of our faculty are world-leading researchers in their field and have high-spec research laboratories so you can see how science is done at the cutting edge.
Career prospects\
Graduates of the course will be equipped with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed for a wide range of careers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors. Potential career paths include roles in drug discovery and development, clinical research, toxicology, medical sales, regulatory affairs, and healthcare consultancy. This degree also provides a strong foundation for further study at MSc or PhD level in pharmacology, neuroscience, or biomedical sciences, opening the door to academic research and specialised scientific careers.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-14
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A75-F22
Institution Code
A80
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,B
B,C,C
BBB in three A Levels which must include one science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. BBC in three A Levels which must include one science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics plus grade B in an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or Core Maths. BCC in three A Levels which must include one science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics for Contextual Offer students (more details https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready). RESIT APPLICANTS: We welcome applications from students who are resitting to improve their grades. Only the highest grades achieved will be considered, and resit applications are treated the same as all others. PREDICTIONS AND ACHIEVED GRADES: At Aston University, we are committed to an inclusive admissions process, ensuring every applicant has the best possible opportunity. While our listed grades are the official entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are only estimates. We may consider applicants predicted to achieve CCC or higher, provided they meet the subject-specific requirements. This allows applicants the opportunity to improve on their predicted grades. However, any offer made will contain the listed grade requirements. If you are applying as a private resit candidate, we still require predicted grades from your school, college, private tutor or exam centre as part of your application. We will also consider applicants who have already achieved at least CCC at A level. These applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, considering the overall strength of the application, a strong academic reference, and any explanations for gaps in academic history.
T Level
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
must include one science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
Diploma (QCF) in any subject: STANDARD - DD + one A-Level at grade B in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. CONTEXTUAL - DD + one A-Level at grade C in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 15.0, offer-merit: 30.0, offer-pass: 0.0
Successful completion of the QAA-recognised Access Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. You must obtain a minimum of 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits. Please note that we do not accept the English and Maths components within the Access qualification so you must meet the GCSE entry requirements. Subjects accepted: Applied Science, Biology combined with Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Biosciences, Combined Sciences, Health Sciences, Health Sciences Professions, Life Sciences and Sciences. Please note that we do not accept Health and Social Care as it does not contain the amount of core science material required for subsequent undergraduate studies on this degree.
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature. Please note that we do not accept Key Skills or Functional Skills in place of these.
Scottish Advanced Higher
must include one science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD
DDM
Extended Diploma (QCF) in Applied Science: Standard - DDD + one A-Level at grade C in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Contextual - DDM + one A-Level at grade C in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Extended Diploma (QCF) in any subject): Standard - DDD + one A-Level at grade B in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Contextual - DDD + one A-Level at grade C in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
90 Credit Diploma (QCF) in any subject: STANDARD - DD + two A-Levels at grades BB of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. CONTEXTUAL - DD + two A-Levels at grades BC of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) in any subject: STANDARD - D + two A-Levels at grades BB of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. CONTEXTUAL - D + two A-Levels at grades BC of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
National Diploma (RQF) in any subject: Standard - DD + one A-Level at grade B in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Contextual - DD + one A-Level at grade C in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31.0
28.0
STANDARD: 31 Overall and three Higher Level subjects at 5, 5, 5 which must include one science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Maths and English Language. OR CONTEXTUAL: 28 points overall and three Higher Level subjects at 5, 4, 4 which must include one science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This will be accepted in place of one A Level, but not in place of the subject specifics stated.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
DDM
National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Applied Science Standard - DDD Contextual - DDM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pass the Irish Leaving Certificate with 5 subjects at Higher Level. Must achieve H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 and includes one core science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics at grade H3 or above.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
National Foundation Diploma (RQF) in any subject: Standard - D + two A-Levels at grades BB of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Contextual - D + two A-Levels at grades BC of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
National Extended Certificate (RQF) in any subject: Standard - D + two A-Levels at grades BB of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. Contextual - D + two A-Levels at grades BC of which one must be in either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
This will be accepted in place of one A Level, but not in place of the subject specifics stated.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £22,575 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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