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Pharmacy with a Preparatory Year at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS

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Course summary

Overview Our Pharmacy with a Preparatory Year degree programme is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). It's a five-year course that prepares students for university-level study in pharmacy. The course is specifically designed for those who do not have the required qualifications for direct entry onto the four-year MPharm course. Our MPharm degree programme has a global reputation for exceptional, innovative teaching, backed by world-class research. You’ll focus on clinical skills development and practical experience to develop your professional attributes and competencies. You'll benefit from the support of our friendly staff, who are leading researchers and practitioners. Furthermore, your learning will be integrated with placements from the very beginning of this four-year course. Whatever your focus, your course will reflect the most up-to-date developments in pharmaceutical science and the most recent advances in clinical practice. This course is intended for UK students who wish to later register as a Pharmacist in the UK following a 12-month period of foundation training undertaken after graduation. If you wish to register as a pharmacist overseas, we recommend you check this course is acceptable for this purpose in that country. The programme aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attributes required to become modern pharmacists. From the first day of the course, students will engage in placements and simulations, working alongside healthcare practitioners and patients to gain practical experience. The learning environment is supportive and enjoyable, with a focus on maximizing students' potential. The course is designed to provide students with the necessary foundation to pursue a rewarding career in pharmacy. We’re proud of our graduates, and their early career destinations are a testament to the employability prospects provided by our degree. You may become a professional scientist or pursue careers in hospital pharmacy, pharmaceutical industry, community pharmacy, primary care and GP practices. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Modules

In your first semester you will complete modules in Introductory Biology, Introductory Chemistry and Foundation Mathematics. In your second semester you will undertake the modules Further Biology, Further Chemistry and Introduction to Pharmacy Skills.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
8B23
Institution code:
E14
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4/C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4/C. Please note this course is not open to Overseas applicants. UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information. We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please contact us at https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/mpharm-pharmacy-with-a-foundation-year

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Interview


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7IELTS score of 7.0 overall with minimum of 6.0 in all components.

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing) We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details: https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

English Language Equivalencies

https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies


Student Outcomes

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75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
95%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
Pharmacy with a Preparatory Year at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS