MPharm Pharmacy with preparatory year at University of Brighton

Programme overview

With an extra year of preparatory study at foundation level, this course opens up opportunities in the sciences if you don’t hold the required qualifications to go straight on to the MPharm, want to change career or are returning to study. The foundation year gives you the support, knowledge and skills you need. On successful completion of the foundation year, you can progress to the Pharmacy MPharm.

What you will study

During your preparatory year you’ll be introduced to key concepts in biology, chemistry and data handling to prepare you for study at undergraduate level. You’ll also develop your skills in problem-solving, analysis and communication. You will be introduced to key biological concepts, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecosystems. Topics include biological macromolecules, enzymes and energy transfer, DNA and gene expression, cell structure and division, animal physiology, genetics and evolution, metabolism and photosynthesis, as well as ecological and behavioural principles. Modules include Foundation Biology, Foundation Chemistry, Data Handling for Science, Foundation Study Skills, Fundamentals of Pharmacy: From Molecules to Medicine, Fundamentals of Pharmacy: The Healthy Human and Healthcare Delivery, Minor Illness, Clinical and Professional Skills 1, Cardiovascular and Related Systems, Endocrine and Immunity.

Career pathways

A Pharmacy MPharm equips you for careers as a registered pharmacist in community, hospital and primary care settings, as well as roles in pharmaceutical research, industry and healthcare innovation. You’ll develop advanced clinical, diagnostic and prescribing skills alongside expertise in pharmaceutical science, preparing you for positions that make a real impact on patient care and public health.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels BBC–CCC including two full science A-levels. BTEC Extended Diploma MMM in applied science or medicine/biomedical sciences with chemistry units. International Baccalaureate 26 points, with three Higher level subjects at grade 4. Subjects must include biology and chemistry. UCAS tariff 96–112 points. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. Applied science or biomedical sciences with chemistry units. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at distinction (at least 18 of which must be in chemistry or biology). Other qualifications We are willing to consider a combination of A-level and BTEC qualifications, as long as you are studying the equivalent of at least two sciences. Offers will be made based on assessment at interview. T-level not accepted for this course. GCSEs (minimum grade B or grade 5). At least English and maths. We cannot accept GCSE equivalent qualifications for this course. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with 6.0 in writing and minimum of 5.5 in other elements. If we make you an offer. Once you’ve accepted your offer, in order to fulfil professional requirements, you will be expected to provide evidence of the following: satisfactory DBS disclosure, and an overseas police check for international applicants. satisfactory health declaration/clearance.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,692 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: full-time: 5 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/undergraduate/register

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