
Overview
The Pharmacology and Physiology (Honours) degree at the University of Westminster provides an ideal grounding for a career in the pharmaceutical industry or other areas of biomedical research, academia, the Scientific Civil Service and healthcare provision.
Opportunities exist for you to enhance your practical and related transferable skills within our research laboratories. Teaching is informed by high-quality research in relevant cognate areas, within the department.
In addition, new students will benefit from our use of the APOLLO Patient Care Simulator platform, as an exciting novel teaching tool. The University of Westminster and its courses are located in London.
Graduate employers
Graduate pharmacologists and physiologists have an excellent understanding of key bioscience and applied biomedical subjects, and are able to seek careers in:
- Drug policy, regulation and pharmacovigilance
- NHS and other healthcare bodies
- Pharmaceutical research and development
- Scientific journalism and copywriting
Job roles
The course prepares graduates for job roles including:
- Clinical trials associates
- Graduate research or management trainees in the Pharmaceutical Industry
- Research scientists (following completion of study to MSc, MRes or PhD level)
- Teachers, with expertise in the teaching of the Biological Sciences (after successful completion of a suitable PG teaching qualification)
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
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Courses include:
- Applications of Biological Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biological Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Human Physiology
- Professional Development in Science (PRoDS)
- Science: History Philosophy and Practice
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Levels – CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points), with two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths
- T levels – 96 UCAS Tariff points
- International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the IB including a minimum of 4 in two HL science subjects
- BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM in Applied Science
- BTEC Diploma – DD in Applied Science
- Access – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course in Science
- International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
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17000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17000 GBP per year during 36 months. -
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9535 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9535 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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