BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology
About this course
BSc in Pharmacology and Biochemistry, examining how drugs interact with biological systems and how biomolecular processes underpin health and disease. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Statistics, Data Analysis, Programming, and Clinical Skills. The programme includes practical laboratory work from Year 1 and concludes with a supervised research project in Year 4. It holds accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology.
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Entry requirements
A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: BBB (two sciences required, at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry; GCSE Chemistry 6/B (if not at A Level); GCSE Maths 6/B, GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B) Year 2 entry: BBB (Chemistry and Biology, GCSE Maths 6/B, and GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: 30 (Two science subjects at HL5 at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Maths SL5 and English SL5) Year 2 entry: 30 (Chemistry and Biology, one at HL6, the other at HL5. Maths SL5 and English SL5)
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 30%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 135 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 2%
- South East: 2%
- Scotland: 89%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Other HE qualification: 40%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Modules
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 1
- Cells & their Molecules
- Organisms & Disease
- Bio-Organic Chemistry
- Use & Abuse of Drugs in Society
- Pharmaceutical Sciences & Drug Development
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 2
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Introduction to Immunology
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Introduction to Pharmacology
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 3
- Fundamental Biochemistry
- Biomedical Biochemistry
- Fundamental Pharmacology
- Biomedical Pharmacology
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 4
- Advanced Biochemistry
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Clinical Pharmacology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £37,500. The £31,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Pharmacology.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde?
The average entrant had 212 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry & Pharmacology at University of Strathclyde?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.