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Available for Clearing 2024
**Overview**
Play a part in the pharmaceutical advances of the future and learn how to use modern drug tech to make a difference to society with this MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy degree, accredited by the GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council).
Youll practise using the skills and knowledge you learn under supervision from GPhC-registered Pharmacists and get valuable on-the-job experience with patients and the public on placements.
Once you graduate, youll need to complete a foundation training year in a pharmacy setting, and pass the registration assessment, to regist...
**Overview**<br/>Play a part in the pharmaceutical advances of the future and learn how to use modern drug tech to make a difference to society with this MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy degree, accredited by the GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council).<br/><br/>Youll practise using the skills and knowledge you learn under supervision from GPhC-registered Pharmacists and get valuable on-the-job experience with patients and the public on placements.<br/><br/>Once you graduate, youll need to complete a foundation training year in a pharmacy setting, and pass the registration assessment, to register as a Pharmacist with the GPhC. You could also go onto a career in areas such as drug development and formulation, and clinical trials.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn from qualified Pharmacists who have backgrounds in community and hospital pharmacy settings<br/><br/><br/>- Practise applying your skills and scientific knowledge in a fully-stocked model pharmacy and in simulated consultation rooms, a care home, surgery and hospital wards<br/><br/><br/>- Check and dispense real prescriptions, counsel patients on medicine use, respond to symptoms and undertake medical histories<br/><br/><br/>- Study alongside students from other healthcare disciplines to get an understanding of all stages of the patient experience <br/><br/><br/>- Take opportunities to get further pharmaceutical experience in settings such as GP surgeries and mental health hospitals<br/><br/><br/>- Get support arranging your foundation training year after the course<br/><br/><br/>**Accredited by:**<br/>This course is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).<br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>Demand for qualified pharmacists is increasing. After the course, you can become a fully qualified pharmacist within a year by doing a foundation training and passing the GPhC registration examination.<br/><br/>Foundation training can be undertaken in one pharmacy setting or split across a variety of different settings – including communities, hospitals, and general practice. You can also secure foundation training in the pharmaceutical industry.<br/><br/>**Foundation training support**<br/>Our Careers and Employability Service can support you in applying for your foundation year training, helping with interview techniques and the application process. Youll get help, advice and support for up to 5 years after you leave the University.<br/><br/>**Potential salary**<br/>As a fully qualified Pharmacist in the NHS, youll usually start at the bottom of band 6 of the Agenda for Change pay scale (£32,306 in 2021/22). As your NHS career progresses, you could reach band 9 as a chief pharmacist (£93,735–£108,075 in 2021/22).<br/><br/>**What other roles can you do with a Pharmacy degree?**<br/>The expanding responsibilities of pharmacists means youll have many other job options at the end of the course. Areas you could work in include:<br/>- drug development and formulation<br/><br/><br/>- involvement with toxicity studies<br/><br/><br/>- clinical trials<br/><br/><br/>- marketing<br/><br/><br/>- regulatory affairs<br/><br/><br/>- medical writing<br/><br/><br/>**Graduate destinations**<br/>Recent graduates have gone on to work for organisations including:<br/>- Novartis<br/><br/><br/>- Reckitt Benckiser<br/><br/><br/>- Boots<br/><br/><br/>- Superdrug<br/><br/><br/>- Goldchem<br/><br/><br/>- Virgin Care<br/><br/><br/>- Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust <br/><br/><br/>**Placements and work experience**<br/>Youll get plenty of experience dealing with patients and the public on this course. <br/><br/>Possible placement locations include:<br/>- Community pharmacies in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas<br/><br/><br/>- Local hospitals such as Queen Alexandra in Portsmouth, St. Richards in Chichester, Southampton General Hospital, and Royal County Hospital in Winchester<br/><br/><br/>- GP surgeries in Portsmouth and surrounding areas<br/><br/><br/>- Solent NHS Trust’s mental health in-patient services<br/><br/><br/>Youll also have the chance to volunteer in the local community, providing health checks to groups such as homeless people. Our Careers and Employability Service can help you find further work experience opportunities during your course.
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.
Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedic...
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.<br/><br/>All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.<br/><br/>Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedicated Clearing webinar on Tuesday 1st August, and one-to-one application support.<br/><br/>Through the webinar and open days, students can get a feel for Portsmouth's welcoming campus and community before joining the university. With guaranteed accommodation, they can rest easy and ensure they are in the heart of the student community.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B230
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff120 128 120-128 from 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include 40 points from A level Chemistry, and 40 points from an A level in a second Science subject or Mathematics. For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application. Scottish HigherAcceptable when combined with other qualifications. Access to HE Diploma122-128 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma (Science), with a minimum of 18 level 3 credits in Chemistry at Distinction, and 18 level 3 credits in Biology; 12 at Distinction and 6 at Merit. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme29 30 29 points from the IB Diploma. 664 at Higher Level to include 6 points in Higher Level Chemistry, plus 6 points in a Higher Level second Science subject or Mathematics. - 30 points from the IB Diploma. 665 at Higher Level to include 6 points in Higher Level Chemistry, plus 6 points in a Higher Level second Science subject or Mathematics. Mathematics and English must be passed with at least 4 points at Standard Level (if not passed at GCSE grade C or above). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3,H3,H3,H3,H3 H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 To include Higher Level Chemistry at H3, plus a second Higher Level Science subject or Mathematics at H3. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English, Mathematics and Biology (or Double Science) at grade C or above, if not studied at a higher level/GCSE English, Mathematics and Biology (or Double Science) at grade 4 or above, if not studied at a higher level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher120-128 from Advanced Highers, to include Chemistry at grade C and a second Science subject or Mathematics at grade C. *Please note: Applied Science, General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are not normally accepted. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalCambridge Pre-U score of 56-60. To include a Principal Subject in Chemistry at M2, plus a Principal Subject in a second Science or Mathematics at M2. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)120-128 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 2 A levels, with 40 points in A level Chemistry plus 40 points in a second Science subject or Mathematics, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. *Please note: A levels in Applied Science, General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are not normally accepted. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. A levelA,B,B B,B,B 120-128 from 3 A levels, to include 40 points from A level Chemistry, plus 40 points from an A level in a second Science subject or Mathematics. For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application. *Please note: A levels in Applied Science, General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship Studies are not normally accepted. T LevelNot Accepted |
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