BSc (Hons) Pharmacology and Physiology with Foundation

Course Overview This foundation year program prepares students for advanced study in the Pharmacology and Physiology BSc Honours degree, offering a pathway for those returning to education or seeking a new academic direction. The initial year accelerates academic development and provides a cross-disciplinary perspective before progressing to the full degree. The course itself delivers a comprehensive understanding of drug action and bodily function, providing an ideal foundation for a career in the pharmaceutical industry or biomedical research. Key Program Highlights Acquire a broad understanding of normal and abnormal physiological function and the biology of disease states. Gain proficiency in explaining the therapeutic action, absorption, and effects of exemplar drugs. Develop practical and research skills within modern laboratories, enhanced by the APOLLO Patient Care Simulator. Learn from teaching informed by high-quality research in relevant cognate areas within the department. Ideal grounding for careers in the pharmaceutical industry, biomedical research, academia, and healthcare.