Pharmacy - MPharm (Hons)
University of Portsmouth
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Master of Pharmacy (with Honours) - MPharm (H)

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Gain insight into the pharmaceutical advances of the future and learn how to use modern drug technology with this accredited MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy degree.Practise using the skills and knowledge you learn under supervision from GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council) registered pharmacists and out in the field. Achieve valuable on-the-job experience with patients and the public on placements as you prepare for practice and independent prescribing.Once you graduate, youll need to complete a ...Read more

Gain insight into the pharmaceutical advances of the future and learn how to use modern drug technology with this accredited MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy degree.

Practise using the skills and knowledge you learn under supervision from GPhC (General Pharmaceutical Council) registered pharmacists and out in the field. Achieve valuable on-the-job experience with patients and the public on placements as you prepare for practice and independent prescribing.

Once you graduate, you'll 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.

Course highlights
Learn from qualified pharmacists who have backgrounds in community and hospital pharmacy settings
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
Study alongside students from other healthcare disciplines to get an understanding of all stages of the patient experience
Check and dispense real prescriptions, counsel patients on medicine use, respond to symptoms and undertake medical histories
Take opportunities to get further pharmaceutical experience in settings such as GP surgeries and mental health hospitals
Get support arranging your foundation training year after the course

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WUSCA ranking:
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84/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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32nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
42nd
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Jennifer
19 Nov 25

Portsmouth is a great city for university. From the beach to the study spots to the quality of teaching and the great people you'll meet, Portsmouth is definitely a city to..Read more

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wintana
19 Nov 25

The University of Portsmouth offers great support across careers, academics, and wellbeing. Staff are approachable, and there are plenty of opportunities to build skills and..Read more

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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Students from England

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,790 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,790 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£10,300 per year

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£19,950 per year

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Portsmouth is a great city for university. From the beach to the study spots to the quality of teaching and the great people you'll meet, Portsmouth is definitely a city to...
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wintana
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The University of Portsmouth offers great support across careers, academics, and wellbeing. Staff are approachable, and there are plenty of opportunities to build skills and...
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