University of Sunderland

Trainee Pharmacist Foundation Programme Part-time

University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The Trainee Pharmacist Foundation Programme is designed to support you through your foundation training year and help you prepare confidently for the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) registration assessment. We understand the challenges you face during this crucial stage of your career, and this course will help you make the most of it, both professionally and academically. Over ten months, you'll attend ten focused sessions that combine face-to-face teaching with structured distance learning through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

The course covers key clinical areas, including pharmacy law, numeracy, emergency first aid, and more, all aligned with the GPhC registration assessment framework and learning outcomes. You’ll benefit from expert-led sessions, including guest lectures on current clinical issues, and receive regular mock assessments to track your progress and build your confidence ahead of the registration exam. Our teaching team includes academic staff with exte

Key highlights

  • Prepares you for the GPhC registration assessment
  • Ten focused sessions blending face-to-face teaching and distance learning
  • Covers pharmacy law, numeracy and emergency first aid
  • Content aligned with GPhC assessment framework and learning outcomes
  • Regular mock assessments to track progress before the exam
  • Guest lectures on current clinical issues

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500
  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200
  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered Pharmacist
  • Community Pharmacist
  • Hospital Pharmacist
  • Primary Care Pharmacist
  • GP Practice Pharmacist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £948 per year | International: £948 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 Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

Ready to start?

Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to your place.

Apply Now
Download Free Guide