Pharmacology
University of GlasgowPharmacology BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Glasgow, based in Glasgow, taught full-time over 4 years. 86% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £28,000 on average 15 months after finishing.
Student Satisfaction
85.5%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£28,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Pharmacology is the study of drugs, not just medicines, but also substances produced within the body, such as hormones. It also encompasses the study of food additives, agricultural compounds such as insecticides, and even animal venoms and toxins.
You may have the opportunity to go on a work placement to companies such as AstraZeneca, GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer.
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Glasgow
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Pharmacy, pharmacology, and toxicology
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £28,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ