Pharmacology (BSc)B210

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs can affect the body - whether to treat disorders or change bodily functions. It brings together: physiologybiochemistrymolecular biology You will study: the effects of drugs on molecules, cells and tissues in the bodyside effectsthe factors that affect drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination Research in pharmacology aims to better understand drug action and to produce new drugs that improve patient car In Years 1 and 2 of your BSc (Hons) degree, you will complete a broad programme of study in biomedical sciences. This structure is shared by all our undergraduate Biomedical Sciences degree programmes. We introduce you to Pharmacology in your Year 1 and 2 compulsory courses. Specialisation in Pharmacology will begin in Year 3. In your final year, you will focus on this discipline.