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Course Description
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Course Name
Fundamentals of Pharmacology
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Host University
University of Westminster
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Health Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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UK Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
The module explores the scope of pharmacology and introduces the concept of drugs as biologically active, selective molecules. In addition, drug interactions with cellular targets will be studied in order to provide examples of their clinical usage and consideration of potential adverse effects. Selected experimental techniques used in pharmacology will be reviewed. The significance of absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion in determining systemic drug action will also be studied.
Assessment: Coursework (40%) ; Exam (60%).
*All transcripts are issued in UK credits.
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