Pharmacology BSc

The BSc Pharmacology at UCL is built around practical, research-led learning — you don’t just sit in lectures, you spend real time in labs applying what you’ve been taught. From the first year, lab classes and experimental modules are central, and by your final year you’ll be trusted to run an independent research project under expert supervision. You also benefit from UCL’s specialist pharmacology and neuroscience laboratories, digital resources, and world-class libraries that support advanced study. This balance of hands-on practice and academic depth ensures you graduate with skills that employers and research institutions value. Here’s how that looks in practice:

• Laboratory-based training in core techniques like pharmacological assays, experimental design, and data analysis.

• Year 2 Experimental Pharmacology module where students conduct real lab experiments and learn to evaluate results critically.

• Final-year research project — either lab-based or literature-based — supervised by UCL researchers working on cutting-edge pharmacology.

• Access to UCL’s biomedical research facilities, including advanced labs in pharmacology, physiology, and neuroscience.

• Digital and data tools used throughout for statistical analysis and interpretation of pharmacological data.

• Specialist libraries and the UCL School of Pharmacy network, providing exposure to ongoing research and industry links.

Graduates of the BSc Pharmacology at UCL step into careers where scientific knowledge and research skills are in high demand. Many enter the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, while others move into clinical research, toxicology, regulatory affairs, or science communication. UCL’s reputation as a world top-10 university strengthens employability, and the program’s research-driven structure means you graduate with transferable skills in analysis, problem-solving, and communication. Typical career paths include pharmacologist, clinical research associate, toxicologist, medical science liaison, and drug safety officer.

Here’s what adds value after graduation:

• UCL Careers Service – dedicated guidance, employer events, and tailored support for science students.

• Industry links – strong partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, biotech labs, and healthcare providers.

• Graduate prospects – UCL is ranked among the world’s most employable universities (QS Graduate Employability Rankings).

• Long-term recognition – a UCL degree carries international credibility, opening doors globally.

• Graduate outcomes – many alumni secure roles in pharma and biotech firms, while others progress into research and academia.

Further Academic Progression:
Graduates often continue with MSc or PhD programs in pharmacology, biomedical sciences, neuroscience, drug discovery, or related fields. Some also transition into medicine or professional health qualifications.