Entry requirementsEntry requirements 180 UCAS points or equivalent; 3 GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and mathematics) or equivalent Mature students and non-standard applications welcome
Academic titlePharmaceutical Sciences, BSc Hons
Course descriptionThis programme was developed as a result of the university's close contacts with the pharmaceutical industry and will prepare students for working in the higher scientific grades within the industry.
The degree does not carry any exemption from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain examinations.
Graduates gaining employment in the pharmaceutical industry may be able to progress to Qualified Persons Status through further professional development.
An average grade of 65 per cent obtained on this programme at the University of Greenwich, or a 70 per cent grade obtained at other universities, gives students the possibility of transferring to the MPharm Pharmacy programme.
Year 1
-Basic Chemistry for Life Sciences
-Fundamentals of Biochemistry
-Fundamental Biology and Physiology
-Practical Science Skills
-Elements of Drug Discovery
Year 2
-Physiology and Pharmacology
-Analytical Techniques
-Pharmaceutics
-Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Drug Development
Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)
Final Year
-Pharmaceutical Analysis and Testing
-Drug Design and Delivery
One option from:
-Individual Project
-Advanced Practical Techniques and Case Study in Science
-Neuropharmacology
Career options
Work in research and development, teaching, chemical and pharmaceutical industries (production, analytical science, quality assurance, information science), forensic science, environmental pollution, health and safety and accounting and finance