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

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Autumn (September), 2024	Cardiff
Autumn (September), 2025	Cardiff

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for Cardiff University

Typical International Baccalaureate offer - IB Diploma with 34-32 points or 665 in 3 Higher Level subjects. Must include 6 in HL Biology or Chemistry, and grade 5 in one other science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics).

　　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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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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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. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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