Pharmacology

About this programme

Pharmacology is the study of the action of drugs in the widest possible sense. It encompasses many types of chemicals that affect the functioning of the body rather than just medicines.This degree covers pharmacology of all major body systems, with a focus in year one on understanding core principles of how the body works and how drugs interact with cells and the body. In year two you will explore how drugs are being used in a variety of disorders. You will be able to choose further units in the first two years, including biochemistry, molecular genetics, infection and immunity, cellular and molecular medicine, and mammalian physiology.In your final year, you will focus on the molecular mechanisms of drug action and the nervous and cardiovascular systems. Units are taught from the current scientific literature and will take you to the forefront of current research. You will undertake a research project in this year to explore a scientific area in depth. We offer a range of project types including lab-based, computational, literature reviews, and teaching projects.We use a wide variety of teaching approaches, including lectures, practical work and tutorials. Alongside your knowledge of pharmacology you will also develop key transferable skills that will prepare you for a career in pharmacology or a variety of wider areas. This course is available for intercalation.