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19 Jun 2026, 08:00
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Course summary
Set yourself on the path to a career as a qualified pharmacist, and develop the skills and knowledge needed in this constantly evolving sector, with our MPharm Pharmacy course.
You will learn how the body works, how medicines affect it, and how these medicines are designed. The course focuses on different areas of the body and you'll learn how, for each one, the chemistry, biology, and pharmacology, pharmaceutics and pharmacy practice are interrelated. This will enable you to apply information to patient care right from the first year.
This degree is accredited by the pharmacy regulator, the General Pharmaceutical Council, and has been designed to reflect the changing roles of pharmacists.
For more information, please visit our course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-ug/mpharm-pharmacy
Modules
Modules may include:
- Fundamentals of Cell Biology
- Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Science
- Clinical Therapeutics
- Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research
- Specialist Clinical Pharmacy.
*Please note that all modules are subject to change. Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- MPharm (H) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- October 2026
Apply by
14 January
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:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
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:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
UCAS TariffNot accepted
A levelABB
A level Chemistry and one other science subject at grade B.
Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science, ICT.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD
Applicants must be taking all of the following units in Applied Science (2016):
Applications of Inorganic Chemistry (13)
Applications of Organic Chemistry (14)
Industrial Chemical Reactions (18)
Practical Chemical Analysis (19)
Access to HE DiplomaD: 30 credits
M: 15 credits
including relevant science units.
Scottish HigherAABBB
Chemistry and one other science subject at grade B.
Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science, ICT.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 points
Chemistry at grade 6 and one other science subject at grade 5 at Higher Level.
Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science, ICT.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A - B
The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, when studied alongside Chemistry and one other science subject.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3, M2, M2
to include Chemistry and one other science subject.
Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science, ICT.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics at grade B (or 5) and GCSE English at grade C (4).
Contextual offers for this programme are typically two grades beneath our standard entry requirement, e.g. BBC including A level Chemistry and one other science subject at grade B.
Additional entry requirements
- Health checks
- Interview
- Other
- DBS, Fitness to Practice
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | We require a minimum score of 88 overall with no less than 20 in Listening, Writing and Reading, and 21 in Speaking. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | B | We require a grade B or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 169. |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | C | We require a grade C or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 169. |
| PTE Academic | 69 | We require a minimum score of 69 overall with at least 64 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| Institution's Own Test | Test of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP). We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). | |
| Trinity ISE | Merit | We require a Merit in each element from ISE II. If you take ISE III or ISE IV, we require a Pass in each element. |
Full list of acceptable English Language Testshttp://www.reading.ac.uk/ad-EnglishTests.aspx
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 issue offers to best fit the different circumstances and experiences of our applicants. We take a tailored and holistic approach, considering extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis. We recognise that some students are more likely than others to face barriers to fulfilling their academic potential at school, through no fault of their own. More information on our supportive offer making approaches can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/what-offer-will-i-get
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For Home students: please note that £9,535 is the minimum fee expected, this may increase subject to government approval.
Course contact details
Admissions Office
Email:ugadmissions@reading.ac.uk
Phone:0118 378 8372
University of Reading
Whiteknights Campus
Reading
RG6 6UR
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