#3 in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026Over 180 years of experience and tradition
History of the UCL School of PharmacyWelcome to the UCL School of Pharmacy, where innovation meets empathy in the pursuit of excellence in healthcare. Whether you're beginning your journey in pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences or advancing your expertise, you'll find a vibrant, supportive community committed to shaping the future of patient care, research, and education. We’re proud to nurture the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists and pharmacy professionals who will make a real impact in the world.
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Research
UCL’s research in pharmacy seeks to deliver transformative therapeutic advances in the discovery, delivery and administration of medicines for patient benefit.
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Mission statement
The UCL School of Pharmacy aims to be a positive force for the benefit of global pharmaceutical sciences and healthcare provision.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are delighted to announce that the UCL School of Pharmacy has been awarded a Silver Athena Swan award following the application submission in March 2024.
Outreach
The School of Pharmacy Digital Outreach is a unique online space designed to make outreach and widening participation for future scientists simpler and easier in an increasingly digital world.
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School of Pharmacy Library
The School of Pharmacy is the only dedicated academic library to pharmacy in England and specialises in the core pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacognosy and pharmacology.
Latest news from the School of Pharmacy
UCL School of Pharmacy leading on planetary health
UCL School of Pharmacy is the second highest scoring school of pharmacy worldwide, based on this year’s student-led Planetary Health Report Card.
15 May 2026
UCL researchers develop human brain cell model to advance Alzheimer’s disease research
UCL scientists create a human stem cell model of Alzheimer’s brain circuits, revealing neural imbalance and enabling precise study and therapy testing.
08 May 2026
NASA visit to advance research on 3D printing of medicines in space
Dr Neal Zapp, Director of the NASA Health and Medical Technical Authority, visited Professor Abdul Basit and FABRX again at the UCL School of Pharmacy to advance discussions on research into 3D printi
14 Apr 2026