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MPharm Pharmacy with Preparatory Year

University of Reading

Institution
University of Reading
Level
undergraduate
Subject
MPharm Pharmacy with Preparatory Year
Duration
5 years
UCAS code
B231

Entry requirements

A level: See entry requirements IB: 26: for applicants holding MPharm-aligned subjects, including HL Chemistry and another science. 32: for applicants not holding MPharm-aligned subjects. Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science, ICT.

About this course

An MPharm in Pharmacy, a five-year programme with a preparatory year. Core topics include Data Analysis, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and involves compulsory clinical placements in hospital, community, and general practice settings. Graduates are eligible to complete a Foundation Training Year and register as a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber.

Modules

  • Essential Foundation Chemistry 1
  • Foundation Biology 1
  • Academic and Scientific skills: Foundations for tackling Global Challenges 1
  • Essential Foundation Chemistry 2
  • Foundation Biology 2
  • Foundation in Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences
  • Professional Practice 1
  • Fundamentals of Cell Biology
  • Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Science
  • Introduction to Medicines Design
  • Introduction to Microbiology, Immunology and Physiology
  • Professional Practice 2
  • Clinical Therapeutics 1
  • Clinical Therapeutics 2
  • Professional Practice 3
  • Clinical Therapeutics 3
  • Clinical Therapeutics 4
  • Research Skills
  • Clinical Therapeutics 5
  • Professional Practice 4
  • Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research
  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Pharmaceutical Innovation and Product Development
  • Developing Inclusive Leadership Skills in Health and Life Sciences