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MSc Psychiatric Pharmacy Practice at Aston University

Aston University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our one-year research MSc Psychiatric Pharmacy Practice programme is available to you if you have previously completed the PgDip Psychiatric Pharmacy course here at Aston or equivalent. This single 60-credit module will enable you to convert your Diploma (where you will have obtained 120 credits) to an MSc (where you will then obtain 180 credits in total).

Faculty: College of Health and Life Sciences  |  Department: Aston Pharmacy School  |  Duration: One year  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: January 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The MSc will help you to develop the research pillar of your practice, and several of our graduates have gone on to doctorate-level study. The MSc can support you in fulfilling the requirements for advanced-level or consultant-level practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Employment The student will normally be employed by the NHS and will be on a career path as a mental health pharmacist specialising in the treatment of people with mental illness Postgraduate qualifications We welcome applications from candidates interested in our course who have the skills and capability to excel. All candidates are considered on an individual basis based on their qualifications, experience, references and motivation. Requirements include: A Diploma in Mental Health Pharmacy from Aston University or equivalent is essential, with a research methods module a desirable option. Students will normally be employed by the NHS and will be on a career path as a mental health pharmacist specialising in the treatment of people with mental illness.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,290 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fees Source

International applicants: GBP 4,290 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fees Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: One year

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