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BSc(Hons) Pharmacology with Research Placement

University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Interested in learning all about how drugs work to fight diseases?Want to play your part in discovering new treatments in a fast-paced industry responding to a rapidly changing world? Our Pharmacology with Research Placement BSc(Hons) course offers an advanced program of learning designed to give you the solid grounding you need to set off on your chosen career path, whether its in research, pharmaceutical industries, or the health sector. This course has advanced accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology. During the course, well be looking at all aspects of pharmacology including neurodegenerative diseases and other conditions affecting aging populations, as well as infectious diseases such as malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV-AIDS. Youll also have the chance to study topics around public health and increase your understanding of emerging pathogens and those that are becoming resistant to antibiotics. In short, you should graduate with the knowledge and practical skills to kick-start a fulfilling career. The third-year is your chance to step out of the classroom and into the real world. The research placement widens your horizons and lets you apply your knowledge to real-world projects. Youll have a great opportunity to put your knowledge into action and pick up valuable skills that could help boost your employability. On top of that, youll be guided by doctoral-level teaching staff and theres the chance to gain hands-on experience in our biological sciences labs using modern, scientific instrumentation.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
Molecular and Cellular Biology Biochemistry 1 Physiology 1: Structure and Function Research Skills Medical Pharmacology Pharmaceutical Chemistry 1
2 Year 2
Core modules: Research Skills 2 Cell Biology Physiology 2: Control and Integration Molecular Aspects of Drug Action Pharmaceutics and Formulation Option modules: Choose one from a list which may include- Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics Epidemiology and Public Health
3 Year 3 - research placement year
Supervised Research Experience
4 Year 4
Core modules: Research Project Medical Pharmacology 3 Pharmaceutical Formulation and Drug Analysis Innovations of Drug Design and Development Option modules: Choose one from a list which may include- Advanced Physiology Immunology and Infection Medical Genetics Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89
The minimum for IELTS is 6.5 overall with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.

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