BSc Pharmaceutical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, combining pharmaceutical sciences with biochemistry and pharmacology. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Data Analysis, Statistics, and Clinical Skills. The programme holds Royal Society of Biology accreditation and includes an optional placement year. The final-year dissertation involves independent research through lab-based work or fieldwork.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 104 UCAS points. A level: Two full A-levels required as a minimum, including Grade C in Chemistry or Biology. BTEC: Grade DMM required from Applied Science, or other Science-based BTEC including Chemistry or Biology units. We can accept BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas in combination, where we would ask for a Merit grade. T level: Overall Merit in Science. Scottish Highers: Two Scottish Higher Levels required, including Chemistry or Biology. Irish Leaving Certificate: Two Higher Levels required, including Chemistry or Biology. IB: 30 points overall, including Grade 4 in Higher Level Chemistry or Biology. Must have passed the full International Baccalaureate to be considered. Access to HE: 104 UCAS points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in a suitable Science subject, including Chemistry or Biology content. GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
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What students say
Based on about 33 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 85%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 35%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 75%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Access 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.
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Genetics
- Introduction to Organic Chemistry
- Introductory Biochemistry
- Biological Chemistry
- Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Skills
- Cell biology
- Clinical and Molecular Genetics
- Chemical and Biochemical Research Skills
- Drug Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Human Physiology
- Genomics and Proteomics
- Applied Pharmacology
- Biochemistry of Drugs and Disease
- Final Year Project and Professional Skills
- Science and Industry
- Advances In Pathophysiology
- Frontiers in Medicine Design
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,000 and £33,000. The £26,500 median after five years is £7,500 less than the UK median for Chemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford?
The typical offer is 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 129 UCAS points.
Is BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford 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. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of Salford?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.