Pharmaceutical Science (Hons) University of Lincoln

Overview

Pharmaceutical Science (Hons) degree at University of Lincoln is the study of how medicines are discovered, tested, and used to treat disease safely and effectively. On this course, you'll explore the science behind drug development; from how medicines interact with the body, to how new treatments are designed and delivered to patients.

This degree is designed to help you move beyond theory, and build practical scientific skills from the start. You'll gain laboratory experience, develop analytical and problem-solving abilities, and explore career pathways across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors.

Why study Pharmaceutical Science at Lincoln?

• Career-focused from day one: Develop practical and transferable skills valued across healthcare, pharmaceutical, and life science industries.
• Hands-on laboratory experience: Build confidence using modern scientific equipment and laboratory techniques throughout your studies.
• Understand the full drug development process: Learn how medicines are discovered, tested, formulated, and regulated.
• Strong scientific foundation: Study core disciplines including human biology, microbiology and immunology, alongside chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, drug formulation, pharmaceutical technology, and pharmaceutical business, ethics, and regulation.
• Flexible career pathways: Prepare for careers across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, and research.
• Supportive learning environment: Designed for students who want guidance, structure, and confidence as they develop scientific skills.