MSc Clinical Pharmacy and Research at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Combine learning with research skills development to open up various career options if you're a pharmacist based outside of the UK. Gain a master's qualification, which is usually a requirement to work as a hospital pharmacist, if you are a pharmacist based outside of the UK. Learn about a range of topics to develop clinical pharmacy and research skills for the future of healthcare.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our MSc Clinical Pharmacy and Research course is aimed at pharmacists based outside the UK who want to develop their research skills in the context of clinical pharmacy practice. You will develop in-depth knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings of research and skills in research methods relevant to healthcare settings. Compulsory units include Introduction to Clinical Bioinformatics, Introduction to Health Data Science, Research Design, Advanced Evidence Based Practice, Pharmacy Research Dissertation, Professional Development as a Clinical Pharmacist.

Career pathways

An MSc in Clinical Pharmacy allows you to transition from traditional dispensing roles to advanced, patient-focused roles within China's rapidly evolving healthcare system, particularly as a clinical pharmacist in Grade 3A hospitals. It equips you with the expertise to participate in multidisciplinary teams, optimise drug therapy, and conduct research in hospital and industrial settings or pursue a teaching and research position in academia.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You must have an honours degree in pharmacy (typically at least Upper Second or equivalent – refer to entry requirements from your country ). Applicants who fail to meet the required entry criteria for the course will be considered on an individual basis and signposted to alternative courses if necessary/possible. You must also have patient-facing experience in pharmacy. Please see the 'relevant work experience' section below. Experience: To be able to build effectively on existing knowledge and skills, you must have substantial experience of pharmacy practice in a patient-facing role. English language: IELTS: 6.5 with at least 6.5 in all elements.

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-to-apply/

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