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Play a vital role in improving the health of patients. Become an expert in the design, development and therapeutic use of medicines. Graduate and develop a fascinating and rewarding career, both holistically and financially.
Our highly-regarded Pharmacy course begins with a broad overview of the fundamental pharmaceutical and biological sciences. You will develop more specialised knowledge and skills in medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, therapeutics, clinical management and patient-focused clinical skills.
The course lasts four years and you will graduate as a Master of Pharmacy. The MPharm is the only undergraduate qualification in the UK which leads to professional registration as a pharmacist which is a key worker profession.
Lectures cover key principles and are delivered by experienced and research active academics in the field. You will also learn in small seminar groups, practical laboratory classes and dispensing classes.
Assessment methods include examinations, time constrained tests (some web-based), assignments, essays, reports and presentations.
Over the past 100 years we have produced tens of thousands of pharmacy heroes who have gone on to offer expertise, support and assistance to people in all corners of the world.
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Our typical offer is:
Qualification | Minimum grade |
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High School Diploma along with one of the following at the required grade - SAT I and SAT II, ACT or Advanced Placement | GPA 3.0 or higher with Grade 12 Chemistry and one other science (or Maths) at grade C or above |
If you don't meet our standard entry requirements, you can take one of the foundation pathways at our partners ONCAMPUS Sunderland. Find out more information and whether your course is eligible on our ONCAMPUS page.
If your qualification is not listed above, please contact the Student Administration team at studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk for further advice.
If English is not your first language, you should have an IELTS (or equivalent) score of at least 7.0, with a minimum of 6.5 in each band.
All offers are subject to interview, this includes a multiple mini-interview (MMI's) consisting of situational judgment tests/ scenarios where you are assessed on how you would react in a certain situation and a numeracy assessment.
Please be aware, to gain entry onto this course you must have received at least two doses of the Covid 19 vaccination. This is a government requirement set out to all universities by the Department of Health and Social Care. If you have not been vaccinated against Covid 19 you must be able to prove medical exemption by the means of an NHS Covid 19 Pass. You can find out more about this requirement in our Help and Advice section.
The annual fee for this course is:
*European Union (EU), EEA (European Economic Area) and Swiss nationals who do not qualify for the EU Settlement Scheme are classed as international, however, for 22/23 admission you will receive a European student fee scholarship and will pay the home tuition fee rate for the duration of your studies. The discounted fee will be reflected in your offer letter. Learn more in our Help and Advice article.
Take a look at the Your Finances section to find out about the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you.
This information was correct at the time of publication.
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