BSc Pharmacology

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 80-85% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies. These scholarships are offered undergraduate levels and are awarded based on merit and financial need.

Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.

Access Bursary: The Access Bursary is designed to support students from low-income backgrounds who are facing financial challenges. It provides financial assistance to cover tuition fees and living expenses during undergraduate studies.

GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.

Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.

Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.

Graduates with a BSc in Pharmacology from the University of Glasgow have diverse career pathways in the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare, research, and regulatory sectors, owing to their in-depth understanding of pharmacological sciences and research skills.

Pharmaceutical Industry Researcher: Graduates can work as researchers in pharmaceutical companies, contributing to drug discovery, preclinical and clinical trials, and pharmacological research and development.

Clinical Pharmacologist: Graduates may pursue roles in clinical settings, working alongside healthcare professionals to optimize drug therapies, assess drug safety, and monitor patient responses to medications.

Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Graduates can work in regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with drug regulations, preparing regulatory submissions, and assessing the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products.

Pharmacovigilance Officer: Graduates can work in pharmacovigilance, monitoring the safety of marketed drugs, analyzing adverse drug reactions, and ensuring drug safety compliance.

Medical Science Liaison: Graduates may become medical science liaisons, providing scientific expertise to healthcare professionals, conducting training, and facilitating communication between pharmaceutical companies and medical practitioners.

Drug Development Scientist: Graduates can engage in drug development roles, conducting research on new therapeutic agents, designing experiments, and contributing to the formulation of new drugs.

Academic/Research Scientist: Graduates may pursue research careers in universities, research institutes, or pharmaceutical companies, conducting pharmacological research and contributing to scientific advancements.

Pharmacological Consultant: Graduates can work as consultants, offering expertise in pharmacology, drug interactions, or therapeutic applications to healthcare institutions, governmental bodies, or private firms.

Toxicologist: Graduates can pursue roles as toxicologists, assessing the potential adverse effects of drugs or chemicals on biological systems and providing risk assessments.

Healthcare Educator: Graduates can become educators, teaching pharmacology in academic institutions, or providing training to healthcare professionals on pharmaceuticals and their applications.