BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Learn to apply scientific knowledge and design drugs that save and improve lives with our Pharmaceutical Science degree. Research-led teaching. Apply now.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
- Research-led teaching in designing drugs that save and improve lives
- Covers how medicines work, from initial design to final manufacture
- Builds advanced laboratory skills across biological and chemical sciences
- Optional placement year route listed for the course
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — Standard entry requirements UCAS tariff points 104-112 UCAS points.
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma; required from Applied Science, or other Science-b
- International Baccalaureate: 30 — overall, including Grade 4
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Formulation scientist
- Quality control analyst
- Research scientist
- Clinical research associate
- Regulatory affairs officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £10,050 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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