MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy at University of Bath

Programme overview

If you are interested in a rewarding career at the front-line of an ever-evolving healthcare system, this course is for you. By studying human physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutics and medicinal chemistry alongside clinical topics, you’ll learn about the causes and progression of medical conditions and how drugs exert their effects. You'll also learn about the appropriate prescribing, supply and administration of medications and the principles of disease progression and medicine optimisation.

What you will study

This course lasts 4 years. It starts in September 2027 and ends in 2031. Year 1 compulsory units include Fundamentals of pharmacy: health and disease, Fundamentals of pharmacy: the chemistry of drugs, Fundamentals of pharmacy: the science of medicines, Preparing for professional practice 1.

Career pathways

As a graduate of one of the top schools of pharmacy in the UK, you’ll be well-equipped for a rewarding career in pharmacy or pharmaceutical research. Our students are well prepared for, and consistently perform well in, the national NHS Oriel recruitment process for their Foundation Year place.

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Entry requirements

A level typical offer: AAB in three A levels including Chemistry and one other science or mathematics subject. IB Diploma: 35 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including Chemistry and a second science or mathematics course. BTEC typical offer: DDD plus A at A level. GCSE: GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C. English language: IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 6.5 in all components. ## Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home fee for full-time campus-based courses; 2027/28 Home fees are subject to parliamentary approval. Placement-year fees are charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,950 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee, Band 3 (Science, Engineering, Health and Psychology courses); placement-year fees are charged separately. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/applying-for-an-undergraduate-course/

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