UndergraduatePharmacy & Pharmaceutical Science
MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy
De Montfort University
Leicester
UndergraduateFor UK home students
BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Sciences
De Montfort University
BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Sciences at De Montfort University in Leicester. This subject combines chemistry, biology and patient care, leading to careers in pharmacy, industry and research.
- Duration
- 3 years full-time
- Where
- Leicester
- Award
- BSc (Hons)
Course overview
This subject combines chemistry, biology and patient care, leading to careers in pharmacy, industry and research. You will spend time in laboratories and, on pharmacy degrees, in professional practice settings.
Over the course you will move from core principles to specialist topics, finishing with an independent project on a question that matters to you.
Who this course is for
For scientifically minded people who want to work with medicines and patients.
Where you will study
De Montfort University
A public university in Leicester city centre with a wide range of degrees in business, technology, health, design and law.
Study mode: Full-time, on campus
Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.
What you will study
Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Formulation Science
- Microbiology
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Medicines Regulation
- Research Project
Entry requirements for UK students
- Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
- Adults returning to education are very welcome. You will have a friendly interview, and we help you prepare.
- A routine DBS check and health clearance are arranged for you before the course starts, as for every student in this profession.
- You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
- Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.
Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.
Where it can lead
- Clinical trials assistant
- Regulatory affairs officer
- Medical sales
- Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Quality control analyst
Fees and funding
Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.
Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.
How to apply
Talk to an adviser
A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.
Submit your application
Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.
Interview or assessment
Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.
Offer and funding
Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.
Questions about this course
When does BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Sciences at De Montfort University start?
Start dates: September (some courses also start in January). We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.
How long does the course take?
The course takes 3 years full-time. Study mode: full-time, on campus.
Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?
Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.
Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?
No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.
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