Coleraine,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy in Coleraine United Kingdom | Ulster University
Ulster University
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Coleraine United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Masters
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,320
(c. USD21,855.91)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Ulster MPharm program aims to train pharmacy students to an exceptional level within a contemporary clinical context, enabling their seamless transition into a progressive healthcare profession committed to clinical excellence and a thorough grasp of pharmaceutical principles for therapeutic drug use. This MPharm curriculum delivers rigorous academic and practical pharmacy education, supported by essential scientific foundations (pharmaceutical sciences) and professional competencies (pharmacy practice and patient care).
Our MPharm program provides a cutting-edge, integrated Master's-level pharmacy education that satisfies both university standards and the accreditation criteria of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) and Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI). Students will gain the expertise, comprehension, abilities, and practical training necessary to oversee the production, regulation, distribution, and administration of medications. The program also includes in-depth exploration of drug mechanisms, development, formulation, and application.
Pharmacy is currently undergoing transformative changes. Recent government reforms require pharmacy schools to produce graduates equipped with clinical competencies for patient-focused care, emphasizing a more clinically oriented MPharm. To enhance clinical education quality, the recommendation is for pharmacy schools to expand their practice faculty and incorporate greater input from active pharmacists at Ulster. In Coleraine, we're addressing this by designing a curriculum that builds a robust foundational knowledge before advancing into clinical and professional pharmacy practice. Modules will be taught by working pharmacists, ensuring students benefit from both theoretical knowledge and real-world experience.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A level
Grades AAB
A Level Essential Subjects: Chemistry required and one subject from Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science or Life and Health Sciences.
DA Applied Science and DA Life and Health Sciences are acceptable along with Chemistry.
Applied General Qualifications
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Laboratory and Industrial Science) (2012 Suite) - Award profile of D*DD
Irish Leaving Certificate
136 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
International Baccalaureate
Overall profile minimum: 28 points with 14 points at Higher Level to include 6 points in Higher Level Chemistry and 7 points from Higher Level Physics, Biology or Mathematics.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Only science based Access courses are acceptable.
Overall profile of 73%, must include Chemistry. (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course).
Overall profile of 39 credits at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit to include Distinctions in all Chemistry modules. (60 credit Access Course) (GB Access Course).
If GCSE Maths at grade C has not been obtained then a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma is required.
Higher Certificate in Science, Pharmacy Technician with an overall mark of 65% including 65% in each Chemistry module. To include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
Higher Education Diploma, Pharmacy Technician with an overall mark of 70% including 70% in each Chemistry module. To include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
GCSE
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Chemistry Grade C or Double Award Science Grade CC or above also required.
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificates in Essential Skills, Application of Number and Communication are NOT regarded as acceptable alternatives to GCSE Maths and English.
IELTS overall 6.5, with speaking 6.5 and no other band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - 90 with a minimum L 20, R 20, S - 20, W 20, PTE Academic - 61 (with min. of 56 in each part)
Grades AAB
A Level Essential Subjects: Chemistry required and one subject from Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science or Life and Health Sciences.
DA Applied Science and DA Life and Health Sciences are acceptable along with Chemistry.
Applied General Qualifications
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Laboratory and Industrial Science) (2012 Suite) - Award profile of D*DD
Irish Leaving Certificate
136 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
International Baccalaureate
Overall profile minimum: 28 points with 14 points at Higher Level to include 6 points in Higher Level Chemistry and 7 points from Higher Level Physics, Biology or Mathematics.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Only science based Access courses are acceptable.
Overall profile of 73%, must include Chemistry. (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course).
Overall profile of 39 credits at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit to include Distinctions in all Chemistry modules. (60 credit Access Course) (GB Access Course).
If GCSE Maths at grade C has not been obtained then a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma is required.
Higher Certificate in Science, Pharmacy Technician with an overall mark of 65% including 65% in each Chemistry module. To include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
Higher Education Diploma, Pharmacy Technician with an overall mark of 70% including 70% in each Chemistry module. To include English and Maths at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
GCSE
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Chemistry Grade C or Double Award Science Grade CC or above also required.
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificates in Essential Skills, Application of Number and Communication are NOT regarded as acceptable alternatives to GCSE Maths and English.
IELTS overall 6.5, with speaking 6.5 and no other band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - 90 with a minimum L 20, R 20, S - 20, W 20, PTE Academic - 61 (with min. of 56 in each part)
Tuition
GBP
16,320