BSc Pharmacology
About this course
BSc in Pharmacology, examining drug action and molecular targets. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Research Methods. The programme aligns with the British Pharmacological Society's core curricula and includes a supervised laboratory-based research project in the final year. An optional year in industry is available through the four-year BSc variant.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB at A level, including Biology and Chemistry, or an equivalent qualification. IB: 30 points overall, including 5 in Biology and Chemistry, both at higher level.
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 90%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 5%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 8%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 31%
- South East: 31%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Foundation course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Cell Biology
- Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Science
- Principles of Drug Action
- Mathematics and Statistics for Pharmacology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Key Skills for Pharmacology
- Molecular Drug Targets
- Drug Design and Delivery
- Haematology and Immunology
- Medicines in Healthcare
- Integrated Anatomy and Physiology
- Mathematical Modelling for Pharmacology
- Placement Support
- Research Project
- Clinical and Societal Impact of Pharmacology
- Experimental Approaches to Neuroscience
- Innovation and Product Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading earn?
The median salary is £39,000 after 15 months, £35,000 after 3 years, £42,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £50,000. The £42,500 median after five years is £7,000 more than the UK median for Pharmacology.
What do graduates of BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 115 UCAS points.
Is BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
Does BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Pharmacology at University of Reading?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.