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MPharm Pharmacy at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Master of Pharmacy degree from Robert Gordon University is designed to produce effective practitioners with the knowledge and skills to deliver the very best pharmaceutical care for patients, underpinned by sound scientific principles. This is achieved through a student-centred approach, helping you to develop as a life-long learner and reflective practitioner. You’ll have access to top-of-the-range chemistry, formulation, biomedical and microbiological laboratories where you can practice your skills prior to heading out on placement.

Faculty: School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time; integrated masters  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The emphasis is on science relevant to pharmacy and the skills required for professional practice. An insight is provided into the profession of pharmacy covering the drug journey from discovery to pharmaceutical care and prescribing. Numeracy is developed through pharmaceutical calculations and an understanding of reflective practice.

Career pathways

As a Pharmacist you will have wide and varied career options. You may focus on a clinical career and progress as a hospital Pharmacist or work in a community pharmacy.

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Entry requirements

QS/SQA Higher: ABBB to include Chemistry plus one further science from Biology/Human Biology, Maths, Physics or Psychology. English and Maths must be achieved at National 5 grade C if not held at Higher. GCE A Level: BBC to include Chemistry plus one further science from Biology, Maths, Physics or Psychology at grade B or above. English and Maths must be achieved at GCSE grade 4/C or above, if not held at A Level. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H2H2H3 to include Chemistry plus one further science from Biology, Human Biology, Maths, Physics or Psychology at H2 or above. English and Maths must be achieved at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher level. IB Diploma: 29 to include Higher Level Chemistry at grade 5, plus one further science from Maths, Biology, Human Biology, Physics or Psychology at Higher Level grade 5. English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) and Maths are required at Standard Level grade 4 if not held at Higher Level. Minimum Entry Requirements The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: QS/SQA Higher: BBBC to include Chemistry at B plus one further science from Biology/Human Biology, Maths, Physics or Psychology. English and Maths should be achieved at National 5 grade C if not held at Higher Alternative Qualifications We welcome applications from those with equivalent qualifications to those stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes, Foundation Apprenticeships and overseas qualifications. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. UCAS code: B230.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 20,680 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time

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