BSc Pharmaceutical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, combining chemical principles with pharmaceutical science. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Short work placements are available, and the programme culminates in an independent honours research project. Student membership of the Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences is available.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects including Grade B in Biology or Chemistry BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) in Applied Science or relevant (science-based) subject BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual), at least Merit in relevant subjects Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject T Levels in a relevant subject International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, including Higher Level Grade 4 in Biology or Chemistry We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
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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: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Unemployed: 20%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 65%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 30%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The programme has been assessed in terms of content, structure and resources for suitability for employment in the pharmaceutical and related industries and has met the required educational standards.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Health and Education Study Skills
- Health and Education Analytical Skills
- Media and Communication Skills
- Fundamental Chemistry and Biology
- Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth)
- Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
- Level 4 Short Work Placement
- Infection & Immunity
- Fundamental & Experimental Pharmacology
- Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery
- Research & Career Development - Mental Wealth
- Drug, Discovery, Development and Regulation
- Organic Mechanisms of Synthesis
- Level 5 Short Work Placement
- Natural Products and Discovery
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Application of Analytical Techniques in Pharmaceutical Quality Control
- Research Project and Career Enhancement Portfolio (Mental Wealth)
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Toxicology
- Level 6 Short Work Placement
Questions about this course
What do graduates of BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of East London do next?
70% 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 East London?
92% 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 East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Is BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of East London accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The programme has been assessed in terms of content, structure and resources for suitability for employment in the pharmaceutical and related industries and has met the required educational standards.
Does BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of East London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Pharmaceutical Science at University of East London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.