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Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) | University of Reading (UoR)
Category: Degree
Specifications
省份/城市
United Kingdom
授课语言
English
课程领域
Medicine
开课
Sept
课程
Degree
国家
United Kingdom
骞村害瀛垂
Between RM 150k - RM 200k
Details
Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) - University of Reading · Reading, UK
Duration
3 Years
Mode
Physical
Campus
Whiteknights
Medium
English
Intake
Sep
Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) at University of Reading is a 3-year BSc pharmacology degree at the Whiteknights campus. Develop the knowledge and skills to work as a pharmacologist in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industries through the Reading School of Pharmacy, with teaching across pharmaceutical chemistry, biomedical science, and mathematics.
Pharmacy and Pharmacology is ranked among the UK's top 10 in the Daily Mail University Guide, and Pharmacology and Pharmacy is ranked #34 in the UK in the Complete University Guide. ShanghaiRanking also ranks Reading globally for Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Year one builds cell biology, pharmaceutical science, principles of drug action, mathematics and statistics, anatomy and physiology, and key skills; year two deepens molecular drug targets, drug design and delivery, haematology and immunology, medicines in healthcare, integrated anatomy and physiology, mathematical modelling, and placement support; year three centres on a research project, clinical and societal impact, and optional neuroscience or innovation modules.
Indicative total fees are £95,400 tuition with £0 application fee. Live GBP to MYR conversion appears in the fee estimate below.
Entry requirements typically include A Levels BBB including Biology and Chemistry, STPM AAB-BBB, UEC AAABB-BBBBB, IB 30 points overall including 5 in Biology and Chemistry, both at higher level, and Other Qualifications on request. IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, TOEFL 88 with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking, PTE 69 overall with minimum 59 in each component (or 69 overall with a minimum of 64 in each component), or Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) grade B / 176 with no element less than 162 is required.
Career outcomes include pharmacologist, clinical trials associate, regulatory affairs officer, hospital pharmacist, community pharmacist, and clinical pharmacist roles. This BSc does not by itself qualify you to register as a pharmacist — that route is the MPharm.
Study at the Whiteknights campus with September intake. Plan to apply at least three months before your chosen start date.
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Why this course & university?
Globally ranked · #10 in UK · Pharmacy and Pharmacology
ShanghaiRanking GRAS ranks University of Reading globally for Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Reading is among the UK's top 10 for pharmacy and pharmacology in the Daily Mail University Guide, and #34 in the UK for Pharmacology and Pharmacy in the Complete University Guide.
Drug research across pharmacy and biomedical science
Experts in pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmacy practice, as well as biomedical science and mathematics, work on different aspects of drug research and teach into this new BSc Pharmacology.
91% said staff are good at explaining things
91% of BSc Pharmacology students said teaching staff are good at explaining things. Teaching is aligned with the British Pharmacological Society core curricula and industry needs.
Optional year in industry pathway
Build skills to work as a pharmacologist in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industries. You can also consider the four-year BSc Pharmacology with a Year in Industry if you want a placement year.
About the Campus
Study at the Whiteknights campus — home to the Reading School of Pharmacy and strong links to pharmaceutical, clinical, and life-science employers across Reading and the wider UK.
Entry Requirements
Minimum scores are shown on each card. Tap the grey on each card for score details.
A Levels
BBB (Biology + Chemistry)
BBB, including Biology and Chemistry, or an equivalent qualification for entry to Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) at University of Reading.
UEC
AAABB–BBBBB
AAABB to BBBBB in UEC for entry to Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) at University of Reading.
STPM
AAB–BBB
AAB to BBB in STPM for entry to Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) at University of Reading.
IB Diploma
30 overall (Biology + Chemistry HL)
30 points overall, including 5 in Biology and Chemistry, both at higher level.
Other Qualifications
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Prerequisites
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No prerequisite subjects are listed for this degree.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic)
Score of 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5.
TOEFL
88 with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
Pearson Academic PTE
69 overall with min. 59 in each component (or 69 overall with min. 64 in each).
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
B / 176 with no element less than 162.
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Programme Structure
The Bachelor of Pharmacology (Honours) is completed over 3 years of full-time study at the Whiteknights campus, with September intake. Expand each year for modules and programme detail.
Year one
Year one builds pharmacology foundations in the Reading School of Pharmacy on the Whiteknights campus. You study Fundamentals of Cell Biology, Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Science, Principles of Drug Action, Mathematics and Statistics for Pharmacology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Key Skills for Pharmacology. Laboratory and lecture work develop experimental design, drug-action awareness, and quantitative skills for molecular targets, drug delivery, and medicines in healthcare in year two.
Modules
| Module title | Credits |
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| Fundamentals of Cell Biology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Science (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Principles of Drug Action (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Mathematics and Statistics for Pharmacology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Anatomy and Physiology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Key Skills for Pharmacology (Compulsory) | 20 |
Year two
Year two deepens Molecular Drug Targets, Drug Design and Delivery, Haematology and Immunology, Medicines in Healthcare, Integrated Anatomy and Physiology, Mathematical Modelling for Pharmacology, and Placement Support at the Whiteknights campus. You strengthen laboratory, modelling, and professional skills for pharmaceutical and life-science pathways. These modules prepare you for the research project, clinical and societal impact of pharmacology, and optional neuroscience or innovation study in year three.
Modules
| Module title | Credits |
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| Molecular Drug Targets (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Drug Design and Delivery (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Haematology and Immunology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Medicines in Healthcare (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Integrated Anatomy and Physiology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Mathematical Modelling for Pharmacology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Placement Support (Compulsory) | 10 |
Year three
Year three centres on a Research Project and Clinical and Societal Impact of Pharmacology at the University of Reading Whiteknights campus, with optional Experimental Approaches to Neuroscience or Innovation and Product Development. You integrate molecular pharmacology, healthcare medicines, and independent investigation to complete a substantial research piece. Graduates are prepared for pharmacologist, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, hospital pharmacist, community pharmacist, and clinical pharmacist pathways.
Modules
| Module title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Research Project (Compulsory) | 40 |
| Clinical and Societal Impact of Pharmacology (Compulsory) | 20 |
| Experimental Approaches to Neuroscience (Optional) | 20 |
| Innovation and Product Development (Optional) | 20 |
Future Career Prospects
Main Directions
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Community Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Pharmacologist
- Clinical Trials Associate
- Regulatory Affairs Officer
Estimated application deadline
University of Reading offers September intake for this degree at the University of Reading campus. Plan to apply at least 3 months before your classes start.
September intake
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Exact dates vary by intake year; apply early to secure your place, arrange your visa, and organise accommodation. Confirm with University of Reading or our advisors.
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Official source: Intake dates are set by University of Reading and may change.
Reading monthly living expenses
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