Pharmacology
Pharmacology is the study of the effects of drugs on living systems and plays a crucial role in drug discovery. This course offers an overview of the field, covering essential concepts such as pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, which are fundamental in researching new treatments.
£260.00
Starts 14th September 2026
Pharmacology
Pharmacology is the study of the effects of drugs on living systems and plays a crucial role in drug discovery. This course offers an overview of the field, covering essential concepts such as pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, which are fundamental in researching new treatments.
£260.00
Starts 14th September 2026
About This Course
- 9 Modules
- 13 Hours
- Level: Intermediate
- Language: English
- Course Type: Self-paced
- CPD Accredited Certificate
- Online Learning
Who Is This Course For
This course is designed for anyone interested in pharmacology. It is particularly suitable for learners with a basic understanding of life sciences, such as cell structure. No prior experience in pharmacology is required. The course offers a well-rounded introduction at a level similar to academic lectures in the subject.
What you'll learn
- What pharmacology is and why it matters.
- The differences between pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
- How drugs bind and interact with receptors in the body.
- An introduction to the immune system and its role in pharmacology.
- Key information about painkillers, antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungal medications.
Course Content
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Alice Arcourt
Alice holds a Ph.D. in Neuropharmacology from Heidelberg University, Germany. During her Ph.D., she mainly studied the contribution and specificity of primary sensory neurons involved in acute pain signalling. After her Ph.D., she moved to London and focused on neurodevelopment at King’s College London. She developed strong expertise in neurophysiology, optogenetics, immunohistochemistry, and animal behaviour. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals including Neuron, a well-established journal in the field of neuroscience.
Our Partners
We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK as a step towards achieving our mission of imparting quality education and knowledge across the globe.
How This Course Supports Your Career Development
Biotechnology is one of the fastest-evolving industries in the world, creating demand for professionals with knowledge of emerging fields such as genomics, gene therapy, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence and precision medicine.
Our learners include students, graduates, researchers and professionals from leading universities, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organisations and research institutions across the UK and internationally.
Upon successful completion, learners receive a CPD-accredited certificate and earn recognised CPD hours that can be included on CVs, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios and CPD records.
By completing this course, you will strengthen your scientific knowledge, earn valuable CPD hours and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development within the life sciences sector.
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