BSc(Hons) Pharmacology

The Pharmacology BSc (Hons) course at the University of Huddersfield is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand and research the biological effects, mechanisms of action and potential therapeutic uses of drugs. It offers an in-depth exploration of the interaction of drugs with living organisms and prepares students to become experts in modern pharmacology.Course Content: The course covers a range of areas including biological sciences, drug discovery and safety pharmacology, developmental biology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, physiology, genetics and immunology. Additionally, it covers chronic diseases, neuropsychopharmacology, and drug discovery.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology, Organic Chemistry: Theory and Practice, Physiological Systems and Regulation, Fundamental skills for biochemists and pharmacologists, Metabolism Through The Lifespan, Drug Discovery: from Molecules to Medicines and Therapeutics.Accreditations: The Pharmacology BSc (Hons) 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).Future Careers: After completion of the course, students may go on to become pharmacologists, clinical scientists, healthcare scientists, or research scientists. The course also prepares students for further studies in health-related fields, including medicine and healthcare or research disciplines.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.