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i would imagine that pharmacy is easier, but I wouldn't necessarily do a subject simply because it is easier. You have to consider the additional factor of employability and earning potential, and I believe that pharmacology has more than pharmacy, especially since you can do apprenticeship schemes with companies like pfizer or astrazeneca
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by glowing79which one do you think would be easier at university
I don't really think the ease of the course matters because they're entirely separate degree programmes leading to separate careers.
That said nominally all degrees are of similar difficulty as that's the point of classifying them through a standardised framework as an undergraduate degree.
If you're choosing a degree based on which you think will be easiest you may want to reflect on whether university is really the right option for you.
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by Bananaman575i would imagine that pharmacy is easier, but I wouldn't necessarily do a subject simply because it is easier. You have to consider the additional factor of employability and earning potential, and I believe that pharmacology has more than pharmacy, especially since you can do apprenticeship schemes with companies like pfizer or astrazeneca
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by glowing79How is pharmacology better and why would it be harder than pharmacy
Pharmacology is a giant industry right now that is constantly evolving, and it benefitted massively from Covid 19 with the development of medicines and drugs. It is very open, with hundreds of thousands of opportunities for YOU to make a difference. It employs a huge number of people across the world, with room for more.
I agree with @artful_lounger however. If you are choosing university degrees based on what is 'easier', then it sounds like you're choosing to go to university because someone said you should, not because you want to. Look into apprenticeships instead, and pick what you like, not what is easiest.
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Well I mean not all degrees are created equal. Medicine is arguably more demanding than a course in liberal arts
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by Bananaman575Well I mean not all degrees are created equal. Medicine is arguably more demanding than a course in liberal arts
On what basis? Do you think it's easier to understand lexical functional grammar than it is to memorise a lot of biochemical pathways? Do you think learning Sumerian, arguably the worlds oldest written language which still has many outstanding questions about the syntax, is easier than understanding the pathophysiology of heart disease? Do you think the central positions in contemporary metaphysics are more obvious than the insertions of various muscles in the upper limb?
This is a very ugly and elitist opinion, the basis of which has led to the continual devaluation of humanities and other subjects over the last 50 years. It is not a coincidence that these kinds of subjects are also the first attacked by extremist political groups, because actual engagement with nuanced cultural questions is antithetical to the development of e.g. fascism.
Yes, all degrees are difficult in different ways. I don't agree that the subject area necessarily implies the degree is easier or harder than another. I think individual institutions can set grade boundaries and syllabuses such that getting a given numerical result may be "easier" qualitatively but I don't think this is an inherent feature of the degree subject and I think it's dangerous to argue that it is.
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by artful_loungerOn what basis? Do you think it's easier to understand lexical functional grammar than it is to memorise a lot of biochemical pathways? Do you think learning Sumerian, arguably the worlds oldest written language which still has many outstanding questions about the syntax, is easier than understanding the pathophysiology of heart disease? Do you think the central positions in contemporary metaphysics are more obvious than the insertions of various muscles in the upper limb?
This is a very ugly and elitist opinion, the basis of which has led to the continual devaluation of humanities and other subjects over the last 50 years. It is not a coincidence that these kinds of subjects are also the first attacked by extremist political groups, because actual engagement with nuanced cultural questions is antithetical to the development of e.g. fascism.
Yes, all degrees are difficult in different ways. I don't agree that the subject area necessarily implies the degree is easier or harder than another. I think individual institutions can set grade boundaries and syllabuses such that getting a given numerical result may be "easier" qualitatively but I don't think this is an inherent feature of the degree subject and I think it's dangerous to argue that it is.
This is a very ugly and elitist opinion, the basis of which has led to the continual devaluation of humanities and other subjects over the last 50 years. It is not a coincidence that these kinds of subjects are also the first attacked by extremist political groups, because actual engagement with nuanced cultural questions is antithetical to the development of e.g. fascism.
Yes, all degrees are difficult in different ways. I don't agree that the subject area necessarily implies the degree is easier or harder than another. I think individual institutions can set grade boundaries and syllabuses such that getting a given numerical result may be "easier" qualitatively but I don't think this is an inherent feature of the degree subject and I think it's dangerous to argue that it is.
no no. you misunderstand. I think I phrased it wrong. A medical degree takes a longer period of time than a liberal arts degree
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by glowing79which one do you think would be easier at university
if you want to do a degree which is "easier" DO NOT DO ANY LABWORK. do pharmacology if you don't intend on using it to work in any lab afterwards/your final year project outside of a laboratory environment
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by Phoneetcif you want to do a degree which is "easier" DO NOT DO ANY LABWORK. do pharmacology if you don't intend on using it to work in any lab afterwards/your final year project outside of a laboratory environment
wdym by not doing any lab work like don’t pick modules with it and the final year project?
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by Phoneetcif you want to do a degree which is "easier" DO NOT DO ANY LABWORK. do pharmacology if you don't intend on using it to work in any lab afterwards/your final year project outside of a laboratory environment
So is lab work like really hard
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by glowing79So is lab work like really hard
it's not "harder" but it requires a lot of determination if you actually want to do it properly. end of the day other people find different aspects easier or harder depending on them
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by glowing79which one do you think would be easier at university
Hey there, At London South Bank University, we don’t offer standalone degrees in Pharmacy or Pharmacology. Instead, we offer Pharmaceutical Science BSc (Hons) , which brings together key elements of both fields while giving you a broader and more industry-focused scientific foundation.
If you're comparing what might be “easier,” it’s helpful to know that each subject has its own challenges but our Pharmaceutical Science degree is designed to support students with a strong interest in STEM, hands-on lab work, and problem-solving. It’s ideal if you’re curious about how medicines are discovered, developed, tested, and delivered.
This course covers a wide range of topics including pharmacology, pharmaceutical & medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, drug formulation and drug delivery, while also exploring topics on the ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks of global pharmaceuticals.
You’ll not only learn the science behind medicines but also apply techniques directly in the lab to tackle real healthcare challenges. Our central London location connects students with major pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and research centres. We also have strong industry links with organizations like Pfizer, Sanofi, Bayer, Viatris, Parexel, and ThermoFisher.
There’s also an option for a placement year, supported by staff and industry contacts, giving students the chance to gain real-world experience. Our teaching is highly interactive and student-centred, with academics who are active researchers and engaged in current industry developments; so what you learn is always up-to-date and relevant.
If you're interested in a creative, innovative, and impactful career in pharmaceuticals, from manufacturing and quality control to R&D, clinical trials, regulatory affairs, and beyond, our Pharmaceutical Science degree could be a great fit.
Please visit the link below to learn more: https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/course-finder/pharmaceutical-science
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