MPharm Pharmacy with a Preparatory Year
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Our MPharm Pharmacy with a Preparatory Year degree programme is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). It's a five-year course that prepares you for university-level study in pharmacy. The course is specifically designed for those who do not have the required qualifications for direct entry onto the four-year MPharm course.
Our MPharm degree programme has a global reputation for exceptional, innovative teaching, backed by world-class research. You’ll focus on clinical skills development and practical experience to develop your professional attributes and competencies. You'll benefit from the support of our friendly staff, who are leading researchers and practitioners.
Furthermore, your learning will be integrated with placements from the very beginning of this four-year course. Whatever your focus, your course will reflect the most up-to-date developments in pharmaceutical science and the most recent advances in clinical practice. This course is intended for UK students who wish to later register as a Pharmacist in the UK following a 12-month period of foundation training undertaken after graduation.
If you wish to register as a pharmacist overseas, we recommend you check this course is acceptable for this purpose in that country.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Preparatory year builds readiness for university-level pharmacy study
- Placements integrated into learning from the very beginning
- Strong focus on clinical skills and practical experience
- Taught by leading researchers and practising pharmacists
- Prepares graduates for foundation training towards UK pharmacist registration
Entry requirements
- BTEC: MMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- T-level: Pass — Typical UK Entry Requirements: A levels CCC. Interview required. Contextual offer: CDD. Interview required. Not accepted: Critical Thinking and General Studies. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM. Interview required. Contextual offer: MMP. Interview required. Combinations of BTEC and A levels Acces…
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 45 credits at Level 3
- A-level: CCC — Typical UK Entry Requirements: A levels CCC. Interview required. Contextual offer: CDD. Interview required. Not accepted: Critical Thinking and General Studies. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM. Interview required. Contextual offer: MMP. Interview required. Combinations of BTEC and A levels Acces…
- A-level: CDD — contextual offer
- BTEC: MMP — contextual offer
- Additional condition: interview — Interview required.
- International Baccalaureate: 28 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 28 points overall. Interview required. Irish Leaving Certificate 6 subjects at H4. Interview required. Scottish Highers BBCCC. Interview required. Scottish Advanced Highers DDD. Interview required. A combination of Advanced…
- Scottish Highers: BBCCC — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 28 points overall. Interview required. Irish Leaving Certificate 6 subjects at H4. Interview required. Scottish Highers BBCCC. Interview required. Scottish Advanced Highers DDD. Interview required. A combination of Advanced…
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 6 subjects at H4
Careers this course leads to
- Community Pharmacist
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Primary Care Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Industry Scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £29,300 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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