BSc Pharmaceutical Science including Foundation Year
Course overview
The BSc Pharmaceutical Science including Foundation Year at the University of South Wales is a four-year full-time undergraduate degree, designed for students who may not yet meet the standard entry requirements. During the foundation year, students study core subjects such as Foundation Biology, Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology, and a module for Key Skills and Professional Development. After the foundation year, the course proceeds through Years 1–3, where students learn how pharmaceutical products are designed, developed, and tested.
Modules taught include Genetics and Evolution, Inorganic Chemistry, Human Molecular Genetics, Synthetic Organic and Heterocyclic Chemistry, Clinical Biochemistry and Pharmacology, Advanced Drug Design, and an Introduction to Formulation Science, and Advanced Analytical Techniques. Students are taught through lectures, tutorials/workshops, and practical activities, and assessments are done through practical lab work, reports, essays, exams, oral presentations, and projects. Students may take optional summer or year-long placements, and gain skills valued by pharmaceutical, biotech, clinical research, chemical industries and quality assurance.
Entry requirements
To apply for the BSc Pharmaceutical Science including Foundation Year at the University of South Wales, applicants must meet one of the following academic requirements:
Grade Requirements
- UCAS Tarriff - 48 points or above
- A Level - DD, 48 tariff points to include a relevant Science subject
- BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Pass, Pass, Pass in a relevant subject.
English Language requirements
- International applicants whose first language is not English will need to have achieved an overall IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
- A TOEFL score of 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing.
- PTE Academic with a score of 59 overall and 59 in each component.
Scholarships
Chancellors International Development Scholarships
International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Up to £2,500Chevening Scholarships
All Chevening Awards cover tuition fees and living costs for a one year postgraduate course.
Course Kit Bursaries
We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.
International Office Scholarship
Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.
Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship
USW International Students Progressing to Masters
Progression Fee Discount of £3,500.
Up to £3,500USW Scholarship £1000
The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.
Up to £1,000USW Scholarship £250
The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.
Up to £250USW Summer School
Please contact the provider.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Pharmaceutical Science including Foundation Year from the University of South Wales are prepared for roles such as:
- Validation Quality Control Analyst
- Regulatory Affairs Associate
- Pharmaceutical Analyst
- Research and Development Scientist
- Laboratory Scientist
Cost of study
International students applying to the BSc Pharmaceutical Science (including Foundation Year) programme at the University of South Wales will pay £17,200 per year. Fees are subject to an annual review.
Admission
You can apply directly through the University's online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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