BSc Microbiology Pharmacology
Course overview
The University of Strathclyde BSc Hons Microbiology and Pharmacology will provide you with an understanding of the smallest living organisms, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi, along with the impact that drugs and other chemicals have on the body. The course will equip students with a career in the pharmaceutical and healthcare fields. It gives a good foundation in molecular and cellular areas of biology and pharmacology, and the opportunity to focus on neuropharmacology and industrial immunology.
The curriculum has practical laboratory sessions where students acquire skills in microbial culture, drug screening and pharmacological analysis. The first two years cover fundamental bioscience topics, allowing students to defer their final degree choice. Students in their third year will focus on their specialisation and will complete a research project.
Entry requirements
Candidates need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. They also have the option to upload their CV to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- A Levels: BBB
- Scottish Highers: AABB / AABCC
- Access to HE Diploma or International Baccalaureate: 30 points
- Equivalent international qualifications to A Levels are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
- IELTS score of 6.0–6.5 overall, with no individual section below 5.5
- Equivalent qualifications such as TOEFL, Pearson PTE Academic, or LanguageCert Academic SELT are also accepted.
Scholarships
Asylum Seeker Scholarship
Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.
BBA International Scholarship
25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study
Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.
Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.
Up to £6,000Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship
Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.
Up to £5,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)
Value: 25% fee reduction per year.
Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.
Up to £7,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme can work as:
- Pharmaceutical Research Scientist
- Clinical Microbiologist
- Pharmacovigilance Officer
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- Laboratory Technician (in the NHS or private sector)
Cost of study
The international tuition fee for the BSc Hons Microbiology & Pharmacology at the University of Strathclyde is £27,800 per year.
Admission
International students interested in this course can apply directly to the university through their online application portal. Our trained advisors are available to assist you through the process.
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