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Navigate to Biochemistry BSc and MSci
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Biochemistry BSc and MSci

Study the molecules of life and build expertise and valuable skills in one of the most rapidly evolving fields of biological science.

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Biological Sciences BSc and MSci

Equip yourself for a career as a biologist, and develop your chosen specialism in areas like genetics, zoology or cell and developmental biology.

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Biomedical Sciences BSc

Build a broad base of knowledge across a wide range of biomedical areas, before choosing one of five specialist areas to focus on in your second and third years.

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Human Sciences BSc and MSci

Combine human biology studies with social and historical sciences, arts and humanities and more, to follow lines of scientific enquiry beyond the boundaries of traditional fields. 

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Neuroscience BSc and MSci

Join the largest neuroscience research community in Europe. Study the brain and wider nervous system with leading researchers in one of the most influential neuroscience departments in the world.

Navigate to Pharmacology BSc and MSci
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Pharmacology BSc and MSci

Explore the science of drug action – from their cellular and molecular impact, up to the system and whole-body level.

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Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)

Master the competencies and gain the knowledge and qualification necessary to become a practising pharmacist on our Pharmacy MPharm or Pharmacy (with integrated foundation training) MPharm.

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Pharmaceutical Sciences MSci

Study how drugs are discovered, developed and evaluated. This four-year, industry-linked course explores these areas while building skills in data science, AI and machine learning.

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UCL Biosciences

The Division of Biosciences at UCL is one of the world's foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences.

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UCL School of Pharmacy

The UCL School of Pharmacy is one of the most highly-rated pharmacy schools in the UK.