Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences
University of BedfordshireCourse Overview
Offered by University of Bedfordshire, the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Luton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. This degree integrates the design and development of drug, cosmetic and hygiene products with emerging areas such as systems biology, pharmacogenetics and translational medicine – areas that directly address the needs of the UK pharmaceutical industry. You start by gaining a common core of chemical, biological and pharmaceutical knowledge before shifting to deeper study of areas such as medicinal chemistry; drug discovery and drug development. You also explore sector business models, exploring how science has evolved to meet pharmaceutical industry demands. International tuition fees are £16,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC A science subject is preferred. |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ 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
£16,900
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
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