Overview

This undergraduate degree program at Cardiff University examines how pharmaceutical agents and bioactive substances interact with human biological systems at cellular and molecular levels. Students explore both the therapeutic benefits and potential toxicological effects of drugs used in disease prevention and management. Integrating fundamental scientific principles with clinical applications equips future researchers to address major health challenges and advance biomedical innovation.

What You'll Learn

• Core foundations in biological chemistry, cell physiology, genetics, and metabolic processes

• Key pharmacological principles, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and receptor mechanisms

• Therapeutic applications addressing cardiovascular disorders, oncology, neuropharmacology, and infectious diseases

• Advanced laboratory methodologies, quantitative functional studies, and data collection tools

• Experimental design, critical evaluation of scientific literature, and scientific reporting

Learning Outcomes

Graduates possess a detailed mechanistic understanding of how chemical compounds alter physiological processes in health and disease. Students acquire practical competence in conducting advanced laboratory assays, analyzing empirical datasets, and applying rigorous scientific methodologies safely. Ultimately, learners develop the analytical insight, independent research capabilities, and communication skills required to articulate scientific findings clearly within research and healthcare contexts.