About the course

Our MPharm programme is designed to equip you with the extensive knowledge, skills and experience you’ll need to embark on a career as a Pharmacist. Plus our School is internationally renowned for the outstanding quality of our teaching and research. Undertaking the MPharm at Cardiff University means studying at one of the top schools of Pharmacy in the UK. Today's pharmacists are not only experts in drug discovery and delivery, they play a direct role in improving patients’ health and wellbeing. Many now also prescribe medicines independently of a doctor. We are proud to train the pharmacists of the future and, as the role of the pharmacist evolves, so too does our programme to reflect these exciting developments. Above all else, we strive to ensure that our graduates are ready for the next step in their career and the many opportunities that await them.

　　Career prospects - The career options for Pharmacists are varied and plentiful, ranging from hospital, primary care or community settings - including being based within GP surgeries - to industry or research in the UK and internationally, making this an exciting degree to embark upon. Many of today’s pharmacists are now also qualified to prescribe medicines independently of a doctor and are on the frontline of healthcare provision. Our MPharm programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and experience you need to pursue your pharmacy career. Following on from successfully completing our MPharm programme, you’ll be able to undertake a pre-registration year of training before sitting the General Pharmaceutical Council’s registration assessment to register as a Pharmacist. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: GB£101,800

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Cardiff

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Cardiff University - ISC - Study Group UK

A level

　　AAB-ABB in two sciences. Must include one from Biology or Chemistry, and one from either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You will need to pass the science practical element of the A-level if this is part of your programme of study.

　　Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard A level offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met.

　　International Baccalaureate

　　34-32 overall or 666-665 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 6 in HL Biology or Chemistry, and grade 6 in HL Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.

　　GCSE

　　Grade B or grade 6 in GCSE English Language.

　　IELTS - At least 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in speaking and a minimum of 6.5 all other sub-scores1

　　TOEFL iBT - At least 100 with minimum scores of 24 for writing, 22 for listening, 24 for reading and 25 for speaking

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Cardiff University - ISC - Study Group UK. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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