MPharm Pharmacy
Course overview
The MPharm Pharmacy programme at the University of Kent is a professionally accredited degree delivered by the Medway School of Pharmacy. This four‑year full‑time course (or five years if taken with the preparatory year) develops a deep understanding of the science of medicines, patient safety, therapeutics, and pharmaceutical practice. The curriculum emphasises how medicines interact with the body, how they should be manufactured and handled, and how pharmacists provide care in both community and hospital settings. During the course, students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, preparing them for a career as a registered pharmacist in the UK.
The course is structured around three interlinked themes, which are the science of medicines, professional pharmacy practice, and biomedical science and therapeutics. There are integrated modules covering body systems, drug delivery, patient care, pharmacology, and prescribing. This MPharm Pharmacy course is accredited in “Part 1” by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), which is essential for eventual registration as a pharmacist. Learning in Kent’s MPharm course combines lectures, seminars, tutorials, independent study, and laboratory classes. Assessment takes place in several forms: written exams, practical lab assessments, case‑based work, presentations, and a substantial research project in the final year. There are structured external placement weeks during the course, giving students hands-on experience in real‑life pharmacy practice.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- A typical A‑level offer is ABB, including Chemistry (grade B) and another science subject.
- BTEC Nationals: DDD.
- International Baccalaureate: 32 points, including HL Chemistry at grade 5 and one other HL science at grade 5.
- The GCSE requirement is grade C/4 in English Language.
English Proficiency:
- International students need to show proof of English Proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section below 5.5.
Scholarships
Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship
Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).
KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Kingsman Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship
£1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.
Up to £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MPharm Pharmacy from the University of Kent have a wide range of career paths available. Some possible roles include:
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
- Industry Pharmacist
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- Clinical Trials Pharmacist
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee to study the MPharm Pharmacy at the University of Kent is £23,500 for international students. This is subject to review annually.
Admission
Applications for the University of Kent MPharm Pharmacy programme are submitted through UCAS. You can reach out to our experienced counsellors at AHZ for assistance.
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