Overview

Research in pharmaceutical and pharmacological sciences touches all aspects of the design and use of drugs and medicines. These include drug discovery, formulation and delivery, neuroscience, regenerative medicine, immunology, infection and immunity, pharmacoepidemiology and pharmacy practice. Study in these areas provides the chance to experience cutting edge research that is directly relevant to some of today’s major challenges in healthcare and the pharmaceutical industry.

The graduates of the Pharmacy and Pharmacology course at the University of Bath have gone on to work in academic positions in the UK, Egypt, Saudi-Arabia, Thailand, as well as positions in pharmaceutical industry research, regulatory affairs, academic publishing, management positions in UK research councils, recruitment consultancy, medical practitioners.

Professional Development

Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate.

Programme Structure

Learning includes:

Design projects

Doctoral skills online

Doctoral skills workshop

Interaction and networking

Laboratory sessions

Lectures

Online resources

Practical sessions

Research project

Seminars

Supervisory team

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Pharmacy Pharmacology View 19 other PhDs in Pharmacology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

First or upper second class honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject.

In certain circumstances we may be able to consider a candidate with a lower second class honours degree or equivalent if the candidate has several years of relevant appropriate industrial or clinical experience.

Two references are required. At least one of these should be an academic reference from the most recent place of study.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30450 GBP / year

≈ 30450 GBP / year

Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Professional Development

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Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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