BSc Hons. Pharmacology

The BSc(Hons) Pharmacology course offered by Kingston University is a well-structured program aimed at providing students comprehensive understanding of how drugs and chemicals affect living systems. The study focuses on the actions and mechanisms of drugs in prevention, diagnosis, therapy, and treatment of diseases.Course Content: The course is composed of six core modules plus optional modules. The core modules cover fundamental areas such as cell biology, biochemistry, human physiology, and pharmacokinetics. They include the study of drug action – what drugs do to the body and what the body does to drugs.Key Modules: The key modules include Biological Chemistry, Human Physiology, Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Human Biochemistry, Pathobiology, Introduction to Pharmacology, Pathological Basis of Disease, Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism, Advanced Pharmacology and Drug Discovery, and Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine among others. Accreditations: The course has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), confirming that it meets high standards in terms of teaching, curriculum provision, practical work, and bioethics.Future Careers: This Pharmacology degree provides graduates with various career options in pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, contract research organizations, academic institutions, health agencies, and laboratory environments. It also prepares students for further study in areas such as medicine, dentistry, and research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.