BSc (Hons) Physiology and Pharmacology (Foundation Entry Route Available) Awarded by UCLAN
Degree • Level 6BSc (Hons) Physiology and Pharmacology (Foundation Entry Route Available) Awarded by UCLAN
Degree • Level 6Type of LearningUniversity Study
Course CodeA5216
UCAS CodeHW12
Study ModeFull Time.
DurationFull Time: 3 Years, Full Time inc. Foundation Entry: 4 years
Cost
Awarded ByUniversity of Central Lancashire
Location ByBurnley College
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About the course
Within this course students will engage in the study of the human body, how drugs work and are used to treat disease and how drugs can help to understand body functioning and the disease process with specialist subject options available in years 2 and 3. The course will provide students the opportunity to learn more about a range of disciplines including; pathophysiology, biochemistry, anatomy, cell biology and molecular biology. In addition students will develop their study skills in order to successfully engage within their lessons and an understanding of careers available within the field.
Type of LearningUniversity Study
Course CodeA5216
UCAS CodeHW12
Study ModeFull Time.
DurationFull Time: 3 Years, Full Time inc. Foundation Entry: 4 years
Cost
Awarded ByUniversity of Central Lancashire
Location ByBurnley College
Cost Information
Year 1 (delivered at Burnley College): The standard full time tuition fee rate for this course in 2023/24 for UK students is £9000 per year. Year 2 and 3 (delivered at UCLan): The standard full time tuition fee rate for this course in 2023/24 for UK students is £9250 per year. The standard full time tuition fee for the Foundation year for this course in 2023/24 is £6000.
Entry Requirements
Our typical offer is 104-112 UCAS Points. BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit Appropriate Access to HE Course: 112 UCAS points including 15 level 3 credits with distinction in Chemistry or Biology GCSE: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths & English or equivalent Face to face interview will also take place.
Modules
Modules include: Year 0 FDE (Burnley) Skills for Science Biology Chemistry Physical Science Biochemistry Environmental Science Year 1 (Burnley) Fundamentals of Biosciences Essential Skills in Biosciences Bioscience in Practice Year 2 (Preston) Bioscience Practical Skills Molecules to Cells Physiology and Pharmacology Year 3 (Preston) Research Project Molecular Neuropharmacology Drug Development Contemporary Topics in Physiology
Assessment
This course will be assessed using a combination of methods including essays and practical reports, data handling exercises, oral and poster presentations, written and multiple choice exams, course work and peer assessment.
Careers & Progression
Graduates gain employment in a variety of fields including; clinical (for example Bio Medical Scientist, Clinical Scientist, Audiology, Vet Pathology and Public Health), industry (for example Pharmaceuticals, Bio Technology, Product Development and Patenting Drugs). Further study can include MSc, PhD, Medicine or Dentistry. There is also the opportunity to progress into research careers, for example hospital or research institutes or clinical trials.
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