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Bath’s MPharmacol lets you dive into pharmacology from day one — no generic science year, just focused, hands-on learning in drug discovery and development. It’s ideal for students who love lab work, want to improve global health, and prefer research over patient-facing roles.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1
You’ll start with core pharmacology modules like Fundamentals of Pharmacology: Health and Disease, The Chemistry of Drugs, and The Science of Medicines. Alongside these, you’ll build essential lab and research skills through Research and Scientific Skills for Pharmacology, preparing you for advanced experimental work.
Year 2
This year deepens your understanding of therapeutic areas and drug mechanisms. You’ll study Cardiovascular, Renal and PNS Pharmacology, Central Nervous System Pharmacology, and Immunity and Immunotherapy, while exploring Drug Discovery and Pharmacokinetics and Molecular Pharmacology — all taught by active researchers.
Year 3
You’ll complete a 50-credit professional placement in a pharmaceutical company, research institute, or university, matched to your career goals. Alongside this, you’ll write a Pharmacology Landmark Dissertation, applying your knowledge to real-world challenges.
Year 4
Your final year focuses on advanced research and innovation. You’ll study Advanced Drug Discovery and Advanced Topics and Trends in Pharmacology, complete a major MPharmacol Project, and choose from specialist options worth 25 credits to tailor your expertise.
Focus Areas
Drug discovery, pharmacokinetics, molecular pharmacology, immunotherapy, CNS and cardiovascular pharmacology, research methods
Learning Outcomes
Design and analyse experiments, understand drug mechanisms, communicate scientific findings, and apply pharmacological knowledge to therapeutic development
Professional Alignment
Encouraged membership with the British Pharmacological Society; placement experience aligned with industry and academic research standards
Reputation
Ranked 2nd in the UK for teaching satisfaction in pharmacology and pharmacy (Guardian University Guide 2024). Bath’s Department of Life Sciences is known for its strong industry links and high-impact research.
Bath’s MPharmacol is built around real-world research and hands-on lab experience. From your first year, you’ll work in modern teaching labs and use industry-standard tools to explore how drugs interact with the body. You’ll also complete a professional placement in Year 3 — a standout feature that gives you direct exposure to pharmaceutical research, biotech innovation, or academic labs.
Here’s how you’ll gain practical experience throughout the degree:
Bath pharmacology graduates go on to exciting careers in drug development, biomedical research, and healthcare innovation. 15 months after graduation, most are working in scientific roles or pursuing further study — with job titles like associate scientist, medical writer, in vivo scientist, and research assistant. Employers include GSK, Johnson & Johnson, Cancer Research Horizons, and the Wellcome Sanger Institute.
Here’s how Bath supports your career journey:
Further Academic Progression:
After graduation, students can pursue a PhD or MRes in pharmacology, drug development, or biomedical sciences. Bath’s Department of Life Sciences also offers postgraduate training in biosciences, public health, and translational medicine.
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