About this course
Pharmacology is an exciting branch of experimental science in which you'll study how chemical substances interact with our bodies.
Pharmacology
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Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 43,037 / year(s)
Next IntakeSeptember 28, 2026
Pharmacology
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
You can find details of qualifications from your country below.
Some of these qualifications may be accepted as equivalent to our typical academic requirements. For others, we may require you to complete a Foundation Certificate or Pre-Master's course first.
You'll also need to check our course pages to view the specific entry requirements, including any additional criteria, for your intended course.
If you're wondering what's the difference between an undergraduate degree and a master's, we can help. We've pulled together a guide to the variety of awards and research opportunities we offer, so you can find the type of degree that's right for you.
Undergraduate degrees
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Tawjihiyah | Students who have followed the national curriculum (Tawjihiyah) are advised to complete a Foundation Certificate at University of Liverpool International College or an equivalent foundation programme. |
| A levels, International Baccalaureate Diploma, SATs | Students offering A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or SATs can apply for direct entry to year one of undergraduate programmes. |
Don't meet our entry requirements for undergraduate?
If you have good high school grades but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Foundation Certificate. These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College.
Successful completion of a Foundation Certificate, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool undergraduate degree.
Master's courses
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic |
We require a Bachelor's degree from a recognised insitution with a minumum grade of 2.5 out of 4, 3 out of 5, or 70%.
Some of our courses do require higher entry requirements. See individual course pages for full details.
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Don’t meet our master’s entry requirements?
If you hold a bachelors' degree or equivalent but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Pre-Master's course.
These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College. Successful completion of a Pre-Master's, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool master's degree.
Postgraduate research
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Each application is assessed on its own merits, although students will be expected to hold both a bachelor's and a master's degree. Previous exposure to research or thesis writing is highly desirable. |
English language requirements
To study at the University of Liverpool, you'll need to show you meet our English language requirements.
We accept a variety of international English language tests and country-specific qualifications you can use to demonstrate your English language ability. We also offer Pre-Sessional English courses if you need to improve your English language skills.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
English Program Requirements
IELTS
6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5
TOEFL iBT
88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 17, reading 17 and speaking 19. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted.
Duolingo English Test
125 overall, with speaking, reading and writing not less than 105, and listening not below 100
Pearson PTE Academic
61 overall, with no component below 59
LanguageCert Academic
70 overall, with no skill below 60
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0500
Grade C overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking and listening. Speaking and listening must be separately endorsed on the certificate.
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0990
Grade 4 overall, with Merit in speaking and listening
Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0510/0511
0510: Grade B overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0511: Grade B overall.
Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0993/0991
0993: Grade 6 overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0991: Grade 6 overall.
Cambridge ESOL Level 2/3 Advanced
176 overall, with no paper below 162
International Baccalaureate English A: Literature or Language & Literature
Grade 5 at Standard Level or grade 5 at Higher Level
International Baccalaureate English B
Grade 7 at Standard Level or grade 6 at Higher Level
Career
Careers and employability
Employability is embedded into the Pharmacology BSc (Hons) programme and can be the necessary stepping stone into a successful career in many life science sectors in clinical trials, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, intellectual property and scientific writing.
We also offer support for making career choices right from the beginning. In your first year, you will have the opportunity to consider potential career pathways within and outside the field of pharmacology.
Common employers of pharmacology graduates include:
- Pharmaceutical, environmental and biotech industries
- Civil Service
- Department of Health and Social Care
- Intellectual Property Office (IPO)
- National Health Service (NHS)
- Universities
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
43,037 / year(s)
Pharmacology
University of Liverpool
United Kingdom, Liverpool