Pharmacology

University of Southampton

About this courseExamine how we fight disease in humans and animals, providing an improved quality of life for all, and explore how we develop the next generation of drugs for treating bacterial infection, Cancer, AIDS, and heart failure.Our Pharmacology degree will equip you for careers in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, scientific officer roles, teaching, forensic medicine and managerial roles in business. There is also the opportunity to go on to study for a higher degree such as an MSc or PhD.Key features of the course:- Study in our multi-million pound Life Sciences building, surrounded by researchers who shape the programme with their world-changing research- Learn the major concepts and principles of pharmacology in years one and two, through core topics, then complete a research project of your own in your third year- Benefit from the expertise of our teaching staff who are actively involved in pharmacological research, in areas such as nerve damage and recovery, developmental biology, oncology and the development of new antibiotics, which is integrated into our modules- Have the opportunity between years two and three to spend a year in employment, putting your skills to use in the pharmaceutical industry, or spend a semester at a partner university aboard during year two- Join a University where 96% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, published 2025).Student supportFrom day one, you'll join a welcoming and supportive Biological Sciences community home to researchers who are paving the way for advancements in science and eager to share their findings with their peers and our student community. You'll be supported by your personal academic tutor and guided throughout your degree to ensure you graduate primed and ready for your future career in industry, in research, or in further study.Further informationBiological Sciences programmes at Southampton are accredited by the Royal Biological Society, meaning you'll graduate from a course commended across the sector.