Course

You will study chemistry, toxicology, biology, physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology to understand the links between human disease and its prevention and treatment through drug design. To prepare you for the workplace this course involves a significant amount of simulated work-based learning.

You will study chemistry, toxicology, biology, physiology, biochemistry and pharmacology to understand the links between human disease and its prevention and treatment through drug design. To prepare you for the workplace this course involves a significant amount of simulated work-based learning.

Designed with a focus on employability and skilling graduates for roles within the pharmaceutical sector- one of the largest area of employment in the UK and the world, utilising the specialist facilities and staff at USW.

The complex world of pharmaceutical science needs graduates who not only have outstanding knowledge and know their way around a lab, but can confidently navigate the industry’s processes and frameworks. Learn all you need to secure a role within pharmaceutical companies that suits your career goals.

You’ll develop an in-depth knowledge of topics relevant to the field of pharmaceuticals, their design, synthesis/development, quality control, genetics and modern molecular advances.