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Pharmacology and Drug Discovery (PT)
- BSc (Hons)
- 6 Years
- Distance learning (part-time)
- 15/09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- Queen Mary, University of London
Course summary
Embark on a transformative journey in the fully online, BSc Pharmacology and Drug Discovery programme.
You will engage with a fully online degree designed by expert academics for those aspiring to excel in careers in science and research. This rigorous programme offers a premium digital and flexible learning experience that fits your commitments and needs, utilising innovative teaching practices and digital learning technologies to create a vibrant online community and practical learning through advanced lab simulations.
Connect with peers, educators, and industry experts while engaging in a curriculum that provides a comprehensive understanding of drug action and the development of new medicines helping you to develop the skills to critically read and understand research literature, undertake data analysis and communicate to a range of audiences.
Taught by the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences, this course combines both faculties’ strengths, their world leading academic experts and resources.
Research that saves lives
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry is home to the William Harvey Research Institute, a world-leading pharmacology centre. All the high-quality research here underpins our teaching.
We’re carrying out research on basic sciences aiming to identify novel targets for drug development, such as our research into the control of cell division which will help develop cancer treatments. Other academics are focused on evaluating the efficacy of drugs further down the development pipeline.
Feel inspired by everyone you connect with and discover how you’ll make an impact.
Modules
Part time
Year 1 modules
Biomolecules of Life
Biomedical Physiology I
Genetics
Research Skills for Pharmacologists
Assessment method
Deadlines are shared ahead of time so that you will have plenty of time to work through assessment tasks and all assessment is asynchronous.
Assessment varies across modules and covers coursework, mini-tests, essays, posters, problem sheets, online oral presentations, and extended reports/dissertations. Prompt feedback is provided on elements of coursework to help you progress.
Assessment tasks will be linked across modules so that by the end of the programme you will have a portfolio of work that demonstrates your achievements and reflects your professional identity.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Distance learning (part-time) • 6 Years
Start dates
- 15/09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B214
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Queen Mary University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B214
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Including Biology or Chemistry. A second science subject of Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics is also required.
Excluded subjects: General Studies and Critical Thinking
Please note:
You will also be excepted to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
6,5,5 in HL subjects, including Biology and Chemistry
Extended Project
We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of five GCSE passes to include English and Maths at grade C or 4 or an acceptable equivalent will be required.
English language requirements
All applicants to Queen Mary must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course.
Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student and will require a Student Visa to enter the UK.
Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/englishlanguagerequirements/undergraduate-and-postgraduate-programmes/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our standard contextual offer: Grades BBC including BB in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics at A-Level.
Our enhanced contextual offer: Grades BCC including B in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics at A-Level.
Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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Please also visit our A-Z course finder to view the amount of fee you would need to pay if you are an International fee paying student.
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