Course contact details
UG PHARMACY 2025
Email:ug.pharmacy@manchester.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0)161 529 4563
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL
Pharmacy
- Master of Pharmacy (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 21 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Our four-year Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) course will give you the knowledge and practical skills you need to enter the pharmacy profession.
We integrate science and practice throughout the course, giving you a sound understanding of how to apply your knowledge to solve clinical problems. You will also learn from practising pharmacists and pharmacist prescribers throughout your studies and gain workplace experience in a range of settings and different sectors of pharmacy practice.
You will develop your consultation, clinical decision-making, professional and leadership skills in order to work effectively with patients, carers and other healthcare professionals and to adapt to the challenges and developments that may occur during your career.
Our MPharm degree is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Upon successful completion of the course, you will need to undertake a foundation training year, take the GPhC's common registration assessment and meet fitness to practise requirements before becoming a fully-fledged pharmacist.
Modules
Assessment method
Your knowledge,understanding and practical skillswill be assessed through a variety of methods, including examinations, assignment reports, portfolios, staff observations and testimonials, group work, peer assessment and oral or alternative-format presentations.
End of semester examinations includea multiple-choice question paper, calculations paper, integrated case-based papers, and web-based learning programmes.
Report writing skills are assessed throughout the course, and your practical, consultation and clinicalskills are continuously assessed during classes and placements.
The final degree mark is based on the results of assessments in all four years of the course,including the Year 4 research project.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Master of Pharmacy (with Honours) • Full-Time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 21 September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B230
- Institution code:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Manchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B230
- Institution code:
- M20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelAAB
AAB including Chemistry, either Mathematics or Biology, and one further rigorous academic subject.
Selection for interview is normally based on predicted grades matching the entry requirement (i.e. AAB). However, in some cases we may consider an applicant whose predictions are ABB (with the A in Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics).
We will consider resit applications provided you have obtained a minimum of A-level grades BBB at the first attempt (or equivalent qualifications). We do not accept grade equivalents such as ABC.
Please note that the specific offer conditions will be based on the assessment of the interviewer.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, any offer will be based on three A Levels, and any additional A Levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A Levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
Typical Contextual Offer: ABB including Chemistry, either Biology or Mathematics, and one further rigorous academic subject.
Selection for interview is normally based on predicted grades matching the entry requirement (i.e. ABB).
We will only consider resit applications provided A-level grades of BBB have been attained at first attempt (or equivalent qualifications). We do not accept grade equivalents such as ABC.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A-levels are normally expected to offer three full A-levels. If you’re taking more than three A-levels, any offer will be based on three A-levels, and any additional A-levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A-levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
Selection for interview is normally based on predicted grades matching the entry requirement (i.e. AAB). However, in some cases we may consider an applicant whose predictions are ABB (with the A in Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics).
We will consider resit applications provided you have obtained a minimum of A-level grades BBB at the first attempt (or equivalent qualifications). We do not accept grade equivalents such as ABC.
Please note that the specific offer conditions will be based on the assessment of the interviewer.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, any offer will be based on three A Levels, and any additional A Levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A Levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
Typical Contextual Offer: ABB including Chemistry, either Biology or Mathematics, and one further rigorous academic subject.
Selection for interview is normally based on predicted grades matching the entry requirement (i.e. ABB).
We will only consider resit applications provided A-level grades of BBB have been attained at first attempt (or equivalent qualifications). We do not accept grade equivalents such as ABC.
Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive.
Applicants taking A-levels are normally expected to offer three full A-levels. If you’re taking more than three A-levels, any offer will be based on three A-levels, and any additional A-levels won’t be included in your offer. Any offer will normally be based on three A-levels taken in the same sitting and based on your qualification portfolio. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required.
Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
T Level
We do not accept T Levels as entry onto this course. The University does accept specific T Level qualifications on a number of courses please review to our T Level information page for a full list.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish Higher
We require grades AABBB to include Chemistry and either Mathematics or Biology together with Grade B in Advanced Higher Chemistry. If you have not studied National 5 qualifications, we would expect you to have studied English and Mathematics at Higher level.
AS
We do not accept AS grades in place of A2-level grades.
Access to HE Diploma
We require 60 credits overall with 45 at Level 3, including a minimum of 15 credits in Chemistry with a Distinction grade, plus a minimum of 15 credits in Mathematics or Biology with a Distinction grade and the remaining 15 credits at Distinction grade. You should have a minimum of A-level grades BBB at the first attempt.
You should also have at least five GCSEs or IGCSEs; four at minimum grade B/5 (including English Language) and Mathematics at grade B/6.
Students educated up to GCSE level who have only taken a one-year Access course will not normally be accepted.
Students will not be considered if they have resat any units or have re-taken the full year.
You should also have at least five GCSEs or IGCSEs; four at minimum grade B/5 (including English Language) and Mathematics at grade B/6.
Students educated up to GCSE level who have only taken a one-year Access course will not normally be accepted.
Students will not be considered if they have resat any units or have re-taken the full year.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy. We require at least five GCSEs or IGCSEs; four at minimum including English Language at grade 5/B and Mathematics at grade 6/B.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of 2 grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than grade 4/C and Mathematics no lower than grade 5/B.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP++ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of 4 grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than grade 4/C and Mathematics no lower than grade 5/B,
GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language.
Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of 2 grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than grade 4/C and Mathematics no lower than grade 5/B.
For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP++ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool , we will allow an overall reduction of 4 grades on the full GCSE requirements. Please note, however, that no individual subject should be lower than grade 4/C and Mathematics no lower than grade 5/B,
GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language.
Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.
Scottish Advanced Higher
We require grades AABBB to include Chemistry and either Mathematics or Biology together with Grade B in Advanced Higher Chemistry. If you have not studied National 5 qualifications, we would expect you to have studied English and Mathematics at Higher level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D
We consider the National Diploma for entry provided it is in a science-based subject (must include Biology). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades D*D. Applicants must also have A-level Chemistry at grade B or higher.
Extended Project
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaD*D
We consider the Technical Diploma for entry provided it is in a science-based subject (must include Biology). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades D*D. Applicants must also have A-level Chemistry at grade B or higher.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 35
35 points overall. 6 , 6,5 including in Higher Level Chemistry, alongside either:
higher level Biology and standard level Mathematics, or;
higher level Mathematics and standard level Biology.
For this programme of study we will accept Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation.
Please note the specific offer conditions will be based on the assessment of the interviewer
Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
higher level Biology and standard level Mathematics, or;
higher level Mathematics and standard level Biology.
For this programme of study we will accept Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation.
Please note the specific offer conditions will be based on the assessment of the interviewer
Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*DD
We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a science-based subject (must include Biology). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades D*DD. Applicants must also have A-level Chemistry at grade B or higher.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D
We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry in lieu of the third A-level only. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grade D alongside A-level Chemistry and either A-level Biology or Mathematics at grades A/B.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaD*DD
We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a science-based subject (must include Biology). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades D*DD. Applicants must also have A-level Chemistry at grade B or higher.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D
We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry in lieu of the third A-level only. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D alongside A-level Chemistry and either A-level Biology or Mathematics at grades A/B.
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation DiplomaD*D
We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry in lieu of the third A-level only. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grade D alongside A-level Chemistry and either A-level Biology or Mathematics at grades A/B.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateD
We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry in lieu of the third A-level only. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade D alongside A-level Chemistry and either A-level Biology or Mathematics at grades A/B.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this.
The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme:
Applicants completing the INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester international foundation programme in Science, are required to achieve AAB in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics and an EAP score of A. INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester students are required to attend an interview.
Applicants completing the NCUK International Foundation year in Science are required to achieve AAB in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics and an EAP score of A. Applicants are required to attend an interview.
For all applicants taking a Foundation programme we consider the full educational background and a decision about your suitability will not be taken based solely on the foundation year completed and will include all prior qualifications. Applicants should pass the Foundation programme at first attempt as resits will not be considered.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- To ensure students are of good character as part of the GPhC's fitness to practise requirements, you must complete a professional conduct declaration form at interview and then annually, and submit to a criminal records check during the first year of the MPharm course. You must declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands received at any time before or during your studies, either in this country or in other countries. The criminal records check is an Enhanced Level search by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We will assist you in the completion of these forms. International applicants will need to submit an overseas police check and this will be included as a formal offer condition. To assess good character, the GPhC Good Character Framework is used.
- Health Checks
- Pharmacy is a registered healthcare profession, and carries both privileges and responsibilities. You must demonstrate that you are able to exercise those privileges and bear those responsibilities. To join the pharmacy profession at the end of your training, you must abide by the General Pharmaceutical Council's (GPhC) Standards for Pharmacy Professionals, undergo a medical fitness assessment and a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the start of your degree. When the time comes to apply to join the register of pharmacists, you must also make a health declaration and submit to character checks. If you wish to study pharmacy, you should note that your fitness to practise both before and/or during your studies may impair your eligibility to register and practice as a pharmacist.
- Interview
- Interviews are part of the selection process. Please refer to the application process page for more information.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | IELTS Academic or IELTS UKVI grade 7 (with no component less than 6.5). |
All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either: GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade 5/B or; IELTS Academic or IELTS UKVI grade 7 (with no component less than 6.5) or; An acceptable equivalent qualification. Please note we accept in-person IELTS tests taken in official IELTS test centres only. You should review our English Language requirements page for a list of acceptable IELTS tests. If you hold English as a second language iGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic School/Department for clarification. The UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires that every student requiring a visa to study in the UK must show evidence of a minimum level of English Language (common European Framework (CEFR B2 level) to be granted a Student Route visa to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level. In addition, our academic Schools/Departments may require applicants to demonstrate English proficiency above the B2 level.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We operate contextual admissions meaning many applicants receive an offer and are admitted at least one grade below standard entry requirements. Entry requirements for applicants meeting contextual admissions criteria are listed next to the standard entry requirements on course profiles.
Contextual admissions means we consider your application in context helping us to ensure everyone has a fair chance of getting into Manchester. The data we use is automatically provided on your UCAS form.
International entry requirements
The University welcomes applications from appropriately qualified candidates across the world. We value global talent and are proud to receive applications from a wide range of educational systems and national backgrounds.
Because international qualifications vary widely, it is not possible for us to list entry information for every country on this page. If your country is not listed below, please contact us and a member of our team will be happy to assist you: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/contact-international-team/ https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/country-specific-information/
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