University of Greenwich

BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences Extended

University of Greenwich

Course overview

The BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences (Extended) at the University of Greenwich gives students a broad knowledge of the subject. The course includes an extra year to prepare students for degree-level study.

This degree with an extended year is designed for students who may not meet the standard entry requirements but have a strong interest in pharmaceutical sciences. The extra year provides a solid grounding in core scientific principles, helping them build the knowledge and confidence needed to progress onto the full degree programme.

Once students move into the main degree, they will explore a wide range of subjects including biochemistry, biology, immunology, physiology, pharmacology, toxicology, and drug design and delivery. They will also gain hands-on experience through laboratory work and an independent research project, developing both practical skills and scientific insight.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • UCAS Tariff - 64 points
  • A level
  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
  • Access to HE Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme- 24 points.
  • T Level.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from a non-English-speaking background need to achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components.
  • The university also accepts equivalent SELT scores or other appropriate qualifications.

Scholarships

  • David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

    The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Hardship Fund

    The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Scholarship Award

    International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.

  • The Global Greenwich Bursary

    A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.

  • Uni Toolkit Scholarship

    This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.

    Up to £1,000

  • Visionary Scholarship

    We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.

    Up to £5,750

  • William Hills Scholarship

    The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

After completing the BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences (Extended) from the University of Greenwich, graduates can pursue careers in the fields of the chemical and pharmaceutical industry such as:

  • Analytical Sciences
  • Quality Assurance and information science
  • Research and Development
  • Teaching
  • Forensic science

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences (Extended) in the University of Greenwich is £17,975 per year for international students.

Admission

Applications for the course can be made through UCAS. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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