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You'll study foundation classes in Chemistry and Mathematics, and Physics or Biology at an introductory or advanced level. You'll also attend specialist classes such as Use and Abuse of Drugs in Society and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Development.

In later years, you'll study subjects including Fundamental Inorganic, Organic and Biological and Physical Chemistry and laboratory work increases.

In Year 4, you'll undertake a paid 12-month industrial placement, normally in the pharmaceutical industry.

In Year 5, you'll specialise in the areas and applications that interest you most and undertake a research project.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at AABB or AAAC including Maths and Chemistry at B and Biology (or Human Biology). Higher English preferred. Advanced Higher Maths and Chemistry recommended for sixth year entrants.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at ABBB or AABC including Maths and Chemistry at B and Biology (or Human Biology). Higher English preferred. Advanced Higher Maths and Chemistry recommended for sixth year entrants.

Entry to year 2 may be possible with Advanced Higher Maths, Chemistry and Biology or Physics at ABB.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted in place of a non-essential Higher.