The UCL Faculty of Life Sciences is ranked number one in London and 10th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2021) and is home to five separate divisions, including the UCL School of Pharmacy, one of the most highly rated pharmacy schools in the world.

In total, University College London comprises 11 different faculties, all world leading in the areas of teaching and research. As one of the top-ranked universities in the world, a broad range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses and programmes will help prepare you for a fulfilling career.

Learn more about the UCL School of Pharmacy below and if you would like to begin your application to study in London at UCL, arrange a free consultation with SI-UK London today.

Four Reasons to Choose a UCL Pharmacy Degree

1. International rankings and reputation

Postgraduate pharma programmes at University College London have an international reputation for quality, which is reflected in their global rankings.

The Pharmacy School at UCL is currently ranked 7th in the world by the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021 (Pharmacy and Pharmacology) as well as 5th in the 2021 Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects for Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science.

2. World leading courses

The UCL School of Pharmacy is home to 10 different Master’s programmes, all informed by the very best in research and teaching methods. Highlights include:

  • Pharmaceutics MSc
  • Pharmaceutical Formulation and Entrepreneurship MSc
  • Clinical Pharmacy, International Practice and Policy MSc
  • Clinical Pharmacy, International Practice and Policy with Extended Placement MSc
  • Drug Discovery and Development MSc
  • Drug Discovery and Pharma Management MSc

Close links with the UK pharma industry means all of the above programmes allow for unique networking opportunities and career days, helping increase your employability ahead of graduation.

3. Research strength

University College London is renowned for the quality of its research and the UCL School of Pharmacy is no different. Following the last Research Excellence Framework in 2014, the School was recognised as providing a world class research environment, being 100% 4* rated. For those interested, there are also a huge number of PhD opportunities also available to pursue.

4. A history of quality

The UCL School of Pharmacy can trace its roots back to 1842 when it was originally founded by the Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain. Having always been dedicated to research and teaching across pharmacy and the pharmaceutical sciences, you will be joining illustrious alumni who have gone on to make life changing discoveries and breakthroughs.

Study at UCL School of Pharmacy

If you wish to begin your application to study a pharmacy related degree at UCL, arrange a free consultation with SI-UK London today.