Keele University

BSc Pharmaceutical Science

Keele University

Course overview

The Keele University BSc Pharmaceutical Science is a degree course offered at Keele University, lasting three years, to equip students with scientific and business skills in the pharmaceutical industry. The program is co-developed with the industry leaders, and it contains the modules on human anatomy, biochemistry, introduction to pharmaceutical sciences, and formulation science.

The course employs a structured approach, using both required and optional modules within every year. It includes some of the advanced topics in the field of pharmacology, pharmaceutics and drug delivery and ends with a research project. In addition, students can choose to do a work placement year between their second and third years as a way of getting practical experience.

Entry requirements

To be enrolled, students are required to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience. 

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants typically need A-Levels at BBB, a Merit in a T Level, or a DDM in a BTEC. International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need an overall score of 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Other test scores, like TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000

  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000

  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Pharmaceutical Science programme work as:

  • Pharmaceutical sales and marketing
  • Research scientist
  • Clinical research associate
  • Regulatory affairs officer
  • Product development scientist
  • Higher Education lecturer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Pharmaceutical Science at Keele University is £17,700.

Admission

Applications for this course are submitted online through UCAS. Our experienced counsellors are available to help you.

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