In the School of Physiology and Pharmacology we offer BSc and MSci degree programmes in Pharmacology, Physiological Science and Neuroscience. The BSc programmes are three years and the Msci programmes include a year in industry and are four years long. The structure of all of the degree programmes includes optional units which allows for choice of units that can be tailored to your interests.
For further information and details of the programmes please see General information and our Teaching page as well as the prospectuses for each programme:
The School of Physiology and Pharmacology has an excellent record in teaching and research. We are at the forefront in the development of innovative teaching methods particularly relating to practical teaching, with the development of eBioLabs and the AIMS centre for Excellence in teaching and Learning. These initiatives ensure the highest quality teaching and student experience.
Many of the members of research staff are recognised internationally for their research and you will be taught by world leaders in their fields from year 1.
Candidates for all the degree programmes offered are expected to be able to offer at least 4 subjects at AS in year 12, with three of these being pursued at A2-level in year 13, to give a final tally of 3 A-levels and one AS-level.
Offers are usually made on three A-levels (typically ABB) to include two science subjects, one of which may be Mathematics. One of the three A-levels offered can be a non-Science, non-Mathematics A-level. General studies and Critical thinking A levels are not included in offers. Good numeracy and literacy are essential, so good grades at GCSE will be expected for Maths and English if not offered at A level.
We welcome applications from candidates holding qualifications other than A-levels, but we look for a knowledge of Science or Mathematics equivalent to 2 A-level passes at B grade.
For more detailed information about the admissions procedure, see our Admissions Statement.
If you have any queries regarding admission, please contact us at medsciences-ug-admissions@bris.ac.uk
Our current intake is typically split 40:60 between males and female. Our students come from all educational backgrounds including state schools (around 70%), independent schools (around 30%) and higher education colleges. Our intake also includes mature students as well as a number of international students from many places around the world. With the wide diversity of backgrounds from which our students come finding a compatible group of friends should be no problem! The average A-level UCAS tariff score for those starting in 2010 was 330 points (better than ABB).
The university has a number of halls of residence as well as student houses. Applicants who hold a firm place at Bristol are guaranteed a place in University accommodation during their first year provided they apply by the deadline. The halls are split between Stoke Bishop, from where there is a dedicated bus service and Clifton (about 15 mins walk from university). Information is available on accommodation and halls of residences. In the second and subsequent years students usually live in private rented accommodation, of which there is plenty within easy reach of the University.
For a listing of fees for home/EEC/overseas students, all fees are listed on the fees information page
The University undergraduate prospectus