Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Pharmacology at Keele University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Are you fascinated by the intricate workings of medicines and their effects on human health? Our Pharmacology BSc investigates some of the most exciting areas of current life sciences research. From understanding how drugs work in the treatment of a wide range of conditions, to exploring emerging technologies in drug development, you will gain the analytical, problem solving, practical and employability skills to pursue careers in the pharmaceutical industry, biomedical research or graduate entry into medicine. International tuition fees are £18,200 per year, home/UK fees are £10,050 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £34,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB ABB in three A Levels including B in two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website) |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 655 in Higher Levels including 5 in two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in two Higher Level Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website) |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,200
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,050
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Keele University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £28,000 | £37,500 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £34,500 | £40,500 |
| 5 years | £29,000 | £38,500 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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