About the course

Pharmacology is the study of drugs and their effects on living organisms. You’ll examine the way drugs work to combat disease and, combined with drug discovery, you will learn how new drugs are designed, synthesised and manufactured. The Pharmacology Drug Discovery programme is the only BSc of its type in the UK and is innovative in its multidisciplinary approach.

　　The course brings together scientific disciplines – biology, chemistry and physical sciences – around the context of disease and medicines. Within integrated modules, you’ll learn about the major diseases and science behind the drugs used to treat them. We also include business studies to provide you with an understanding of management practice focused around the pharmaceutical industry, vital tools to working in today’s corporate world. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2025	Norwich

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of East Anglia

A Level BBB or ABC including Chemistry, or BBC including Chemistry and an A in the Extended Project. Science A-Levels must include a Pass in the practical element.

　　International Baccalaureate 31 points with HL Chemistry at 5.

　　Scottish Highers AABBB including Chemistry.

　　Scottish Advanced Highers CCC including Chemistry.

　　Irish Leaving Certificate 2 subjects at H2 and 4 subjects at H3. This must include Chemistry.

　　Access Course Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 45 credits at Level 3 including 12 credits in Chemistry. Any offer is conditional on passing the UEA Chemistry Test.

　　BTEC DDM in Applied Science, or Applied Science (Medical Science). Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services, BTEC Business Administration and BTEC Forensic Science.

　　European Baccalaureate 70% overall, with 70% in Chemistry.

　　IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

　　TOEFL ibt: 60

　　TOEFL pbt: 160

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of East Anglia. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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