Pharmacology UCL

Overview

In the first year, all modules are compulsory. They cover chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, physiology, statistics and, of course, pharmacology. The first year is thus designed to give you a solid foundation that prepares you for years two, three and four. Year two also mainly comprises compulsory modules but these are focused on pharmacology. There is a major emphasis on laboratory practicals and experimental pharmacology and you will take one large module devoted entirely to this area. In addition to the compulsory elements, you will have a choice for one of your modules in your second year. By the third year you will take only one compulsory taught module (alongside a literature-based research project), leaving you free to fill the rest of your year with a wide range of specialist pharmacology options such as immunopharmacology and psychopharmacology.

As an Pharmacology MSci student at University College London (UCL) you will undertake a literature-based research project in year three as this can act partly as a preparation for year four, when you will take a compulsory, laboratory-based research project that accounts for at least 50% of the year's work. You may find this laboratory project particularly helpful in making choices about your future career and whether you would like to pursue postgraduate study.

Employability

• This programme not only provides detailed knowledge of the subject, but also trains you in planning, executing and analysing scientific projects and in quantitative and analytical skills.
•  In addition, you will understand how to present your work effectively in both written and oral forms. 
•  This will equip you with a versatility that will be very attractive to many employers.