Pharmacy (with integrated pre-registration year)
University of Bath
UCAS Code: B236 | Master of Pharmacy (with Honours) - MPharm (H)
Entry requirements
A level
AAB in three A levels including Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject. If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement. Alternate offers: Most of our students will join us with three A levels, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers. ABB in three A levels including Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject plus one of: grade A in an EPQ grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics (except if you are studying an A level in that subject) Or alternatively: ABB in three A levels including Chemistry plus: grade B in a fourth A level, where your four A levels include A level Mathematics If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer. If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
Access to HE Diploma
A pass in the Access to HE Diploma (in Science or Science and Engineering) with 33 credits at Distinction in Science or Mathematics units and 6 credits at Merit or above. This must include 15 credits in Chemistry units achieved at Distinction. We are able to consider Access to HE Diplomas in Science and Science and Engineering. Our Pharmacy course is academically challenging and requires solid foundations of knowledge in Chemistry. You will need to have studied Chemistry units worth at least 15 credits, including at least 3 credits of Organic Chemistry but excluding Biochemistry. Recent successful applicants have studied between 15 and 21 credits of Chemistry as part of their Access course and a high proportion of Organic Chemistry. Due to the time-limited nature of Access programme delivery, it is expected that you will have also completed a significant level of independent study in order to further develop and refine these skills.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, D3, M1 must include Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject. Alternate offers: Most of our students will join us with three principal subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a Global Perspectives course or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers. D3, M1, M1 in three principal subjects including Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject plus one of: grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives grade A in an EPQ grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification Or alternatively: D3, M1, M1 in three principal subjects including Chemistry plus: grade M1 in a fourth principal subject, where your four principal subjects include Mathematics If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including Chemistry and a second science or mathematics course. We accept either HL Mathematics course and Sports, Exercise and Health Sciences as a second science or mathematics subject for this degree. We cannot accept Standard Level Chemistry for this course. If you are not studying a second science or mathematics subject at Higher Level and you are taking it at Standard Level we may be able to consider you. In this case the typical offer is 36 points with 6, 5, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Chemistry plus 7 in the Standard Level subject. Standard Level Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations cannot be accepted as a second science or mathematics subject.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
D*DD in the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) plus grade A in A level Chemistry. We are able to consider the above qualifications in Applied Science (excluding Physical Science). Your Organic Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Calculation skills will be examined as part of any interview.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus grade A in A level Chemistry. We are able to consider the above qualifications in Applied Science (excluding Physical Science). Your Organic Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Calculation skills will be examined as part of any interview.
Scottish Advanced Higher
AB in two Advanced Highers including Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject. We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AAABB in their Highers.
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About this course
**Please note this course is open to International applicants only.**
Learn about every aspect of the preparation and use of medicine and become an expert in the field. Train to become a pharmacist in healthcare or industry.
You’ll gain a solid grounding in human biology and origins of disease, pharmaceutical chemistry and physical sciences. You’ll also be introduced to professional practice and undertake clinical placements in patient-facing environments. In year four, you’ll undertake an extensive research project, studying alongside clinical pharmacy professionals and researchers in the Department and in a bespoke pharmacy management simulation.
As a graduate, you’ll understand the causes and progression of medical conditions, the mechanism and underlying principles of drug action. You will also learn about the appropriate supply and administration of medications and the principles of monitoring treatment and disease progression. You can go on to become a pharmacist working in primary or secondary healthcare, as well as in an education or research setting.
To become a practising pharmacist you will need to undertake a pre-registration year in primary or secondary care.
5-year course with integrated pre-registration year
The five-year course is designed exclusively for international students wishing to undertake their pre-registration training in the UK, whilst retaining their student status. It incorporates the pre-registration element of pharmacy training which will enable you to graduate, ready to apply for registration as a UK pharmacist.
The Uni
University of Bath
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
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As only a relatively small number of students study pharmacology or toxicology, these statistics refer most closely to the graduate prospects of pharmacy graduates, so bear that in mind when you review them. Only a handful of students take first degrees in pure toxicology every year — the subject is more popular at Masters level. Pharmacology is a degree that tends to lead to jobs in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, and outcomes are improving again after a difficult time in the last few years. Jobs in pharmacology are often very specialist and so it’s no surprise that pharmacologists are amongst the most likely of all students to go on to a doctorate — if you want a job in research, start thinking about a PhD. As for pharmacy, unemployment rates are below 1% and 95% of pharmacy graduates had jobs as pharmacists (mostly in retail pharmacists) six months after they left their courses - employment rates have gone up significantly in the last couple of years.
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