Pharmacy (MPharm) with Preparatory Year - MPharm

Medway School of Pharmacy

**Our pharmacy degree will prepare you for a career as a pharmacist. You’ll learn about patient care by studying basic and applied science, and clinical and professional practice.**If you are interested in studying the MPharm programme but do not meet the entry criteria to enter directly, this course is for you.The MPharm with Preparatory Year is a 5-year course, specifically designed for students who have not taken the necessary A level subjects or for students who have been disadvantaged during their secondary education. The MPharm with Preparatory Year includes a year of foundational study and prepares you for the MPharm course.Graduates of the MPharm programme are well-prepared for diverse career paths. Many complete their foundation training and register with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), going on to work in community or hospital pharmacy, the pharmaceutical industry, or primary care. Others find roles in the armed forces, prison services, or academia. Opportunities also exist in specialist areas such as oncology, mental health, and paediatrics, often following further training.**What you should know about this course**- Our MPharm Foundation Year prepares you for the Master of Pharmacy programme, if you don’t have the right qualifications for direct entry to the four-year degree course.- This course offers dedicated support for students to develop as both scientists and practitioners.- Develop your academic and clinical skills to enhance your employability after graduation.- Successful completion will allow you to undertake the General Pharmaceutical Council foundation training year that leads to registration as a pharmacist in Great Britain.

Medway School of Pharmacy