Congratulations on your offer of a place at Bangor University
Welcome to our Pharmacy and Pharmacology offer holder hub.
We've created these pages to share more in depth information on what makes studying at Bangor unique and to help you make the important decision of where you're going to study.
If you've accepted your offer we're very excited to hope to welcome you to Bangor in September and wish you luck with any exams and coursework you're studying for.
If you're still considering your options make sure to have a look at all of our content on this page to help you decide if Bangor is the place for you and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
Did you know?
From new drug discoveries to patient care, you'll be studying what’s current and impactful in the field to ensure you graduate with knowledge of the latest developments in the field.
Their support and mentorship will help you navigate your studies and prepare for your career in pharmacy or pharmacology.
This environment helps bring classroom learning to life and develops skills you can use in your future career.
A message from Dr Joanna Edwards and Prof Stephen Doughty
Hi, I'm Dr Joanna Edwards I'm the course lead for pharmacology here at Bangor University.
And I'm Stephen Doughty and I'm the course lead for pharmacy here at Bangor University.
And we'd just like to say congratulations on receiving your offer.
We hope that you'll be able to come and visit us to see exactly what Bangor University can offer you for pharmacology and pharmacy.
We get to know our students really well. We provide an amazing level of support, both in terms of academic growth and personal development.
And the location of the university is fantastic. We've got mountains,we've got sea. There's so much for students to do.
As well as that we have a number of different societies that you can join and it is really an amazing environment.
So we look forward to you joining us here at Bangor University.
Meet the Lecturers
If you choose to study with us at Bangor you'll be taught by people who are passionate about their subjects. Below you can get to know some of the key lecturers who will be a part of the first few years of your degree.
Pharmacy Programme Lead Professor Stephen Doughty
What’s a fun fact about you that students might not know?
I write cryptic crosswords and thoroughly enjoy solving published crosswords!
What’s your favourite part of your job?
Watching students develop as individuals and grow in confidence as they progress in their Pharmacy degree. Even better is meeting them again once they’re practising pharmacists and listening to stories of how their careers have developed.
What’s a common question students ask you?
“Is that going to be in the exam?” … and they get the same answer: “It might be!”
Pharmacology Programme Lead Dr Joanna Edwards
What’s your favourite part of your job?
Getting to talk about pharmacology all day! I fell completely in love with the subject within a couple of months of starting my own undergraduate degree in pharmacology many years ago, and I decided then that I wanted to spend my life teaching other people about it, and I feel very lucky that I can.
What do you love most about teaching?
Being able to support the students through what can sometimes be a difficult time as they adapt to life at Uni. I get a huge amount of satisfaction from seeing students grow, gain confidence, and realise their potential.
What’s a fun fact about you that students might not know?
I have pet cockroaches!
Lecturer Mathew Jones
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received?
Believe in your abilities and ensure you always ask the staff for support (too many students sit in silences struggling with their studies), reaching out for support is the most important aspect of being a successful student.
What’s a fun fact about you that students might not know?
I am a ex-international Lacrosse player, I am related to Kylie Minogue, and am an avid Warhammer 40k player (and currently am the 40k officer for Deeside Defender Gaming Club).
What do you love most about teaching?
There are many aspects, some examples include having engaging discussions with students on new scientific discoveries and seeing students develop their understanding over the years of study.
Lecturer Bethan Jones
What’s your favourite part of your job?
I love connecting with students and seeing them grow from first-year nerves to confident thinkers. There’s something incredibly rewarding about witnessing those “aha!” moments when challenging concepts suddenly make sense, and I’m honoured to be both a guide and cheerleader on their academic journeys. Watching students build confidence, ask deeper questions, and make connections they hadn’t considered is priceless.
What’s a fun fact about you that students might not know?
I'm easily distracted by animals—if there's a furry, feathered, or even scaly creature nearby, you’ve probably lost me! If I weren’t
Lecturer & Biomedical Science Programme Lead Dr Dylan Jones
What’s your favourite part of your job?
I love seeing students develop both academically and personally during their time with us. Watching them make connections between complex concepts and real-world applications, particularly in biomedical science, is incredibly rewarding.
How would you describe Bangor in three words?
Historic, welcoming, inspiring.
What’s a fun fact about you that students might not know?
Outside of academia, I love to brew mead!
What’s one book or resource you always recommend to students?
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. It’s an essential read for understanding the human stories behind scientific discoveries and the ethical complexities in biomedical research.
Joining us through Clearing or Extra?
You’re in good company. Lots of students join us this way each year and go on to have an amazing experience. Clearing might happen quickly, but that doesn’t mean you’re behind. You’ve still got plenty of time to get everything sorted, from booking accommodation to making friends and even visiting the campus.
Although our applicant days were in the Spring there's still an opportunity for you to come and visit us at Bangor to see if it feels like the right fit for you. We have an open day on Sunday the 17th of August where late applicants are welcome to visit among visitors for the next cycle. Just make sure you let our staff know you're applying for this September so they can give you the most relevant information.
Once you've received your offer in UCAS you can join other applicants and be part of our Bangor student community even before arriving! Register for our Campus Connect app where you can ask questions, chat with current students and make friends with other applicants on your course and in your chosen accommodation. Check your emails for your Bangor University reference number, you'll need this when you register.
The sooner that you confirm that you are taking up your Clearing place at Bangor University the sooner you can make your halls application.
If you apply through Clearing for a course that's based at our Bangor campus, you are guaranteed a place in University accommodation as long as you choose Bangor through UCAS by Thursday, 28 August, and book your place in halls by Monday, 1 September. When you’ve selected Bangor University as your Clearing choice on UCAS, and we have processed and formally confirmed your place via UCAS, you will be sent an e-mail with details of how to make an application for a place in University halls of residence. It will usually take 24–48 hours for the automatic halls application e-mail to be generated and sent to you.
Student Profile Georgia Marston, Pharmacology
"I chose to study pharmacology at Bangor university as the course just looked incredible. The lecturers at the North Wales Medical School are experts with phenomenal backgrounds and passion for their individual subjects. The facilities at Bangor Uni are a some of the best and it has been a privilege to have access to these and work within the North West Cancer Research centre."
Chat to Students and Staff
Have more specific questions or want to chat to our current students? Ask them anything about the course, campus life, or settling in. They’ve been in your shoes and are happy to help on Unibuddy.
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