
Pharmaceutical Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Pharmaceutical Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
The foundation route is designed for students who do not meet the admissions criteria for the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science degree. You’ll start by completing a foundation year, which provides well structured support, allowing you to develop your scientific skills and knowledge.
The content of our pharmaceutical science course has a strong grounding in the chemical and biological sciences, complemented by industry-specific topics such as pharmaceutical regulation and quality assurance.
You’ll develop an in-depth knowledge of topics relevant to the field of phar...
The foundation route is designed for students who do not meet the admissions criteria for the BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science degree. You’ll start by completing a foundation year, which provides well structured support, allowing you to develop your scientific skills and knowledge.<br/><br/>The content of our pharmaceutical science course has a strong grounding in the chemical and biological sciences, complemented by industry-specific topics such as pharmaceutical regulation and quality assurance.<br/><br/>You’ll develop an in-depth knowledge of topics relevant to the field of pharmaceuticals, their design, development, quality control, and manufacture. To enhance your career potential, there is an emphasis on practical experience of techniques used in the pharmaceutical industry.<br/><br/>Our Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Science courses are based at Glytaff. Glyntaff is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful views.<br/><br/>Home to our health, nursing, police, sport and science students, Glyntaff has state-of-the-art facilities including the latest science laboratories. You will also find a library, two cafes and a free regular shuttle bus to USW Treforest.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Pontypridd
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
3WBH
Institution Code
W01
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
To include one Science subject and to exclude General Studies.
Access to HE Diploma
D:0,M:0
Pass Access to HE Diploma in Science with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
Relevant Science subject required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
The University normally requires Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C/4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances.
A level
D,D
To include one Science subject and to exclude General Studies.
T Level
Pass (D or E)
Passing the Science T Level with Pass (D or E in the Core)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
D
We accept the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate in lieu of a second subject.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £12,600 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |