MSc Clinical Pharmacy Practice with Hospital Placement

Queensgate

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

The MSc Clinical Pharmacy Practice program with Hospital Placement, offered by the University of Huddersfield, is a transformative educational pathway tailored for individuals aspiring to excel in the field of clinical pharmacy. Seamlessly integrating theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and real-world experience through a hospital placement, this program empowers students to thrive as skilled clinical pharmacy practitioners, patient advocates, and medication management experts.

  1. Comprehensive Curriculum: The program's curriculum is meticulously designed to cover a wide spectrum of clinical pharmacy topics, including pharmacotherapy, patient assessment, medication safety, pharmacology, and evidence-based practice.

  2. Hospital Placement: A central aspect of the program involves a hospital placement, providing students with invaluable hands-on experience working within a hospital pharmacy setting, where they can apply theoretical knowledge to real patient care scenarios.

  3. Patient-Centered Care: The curriculum emphasizes patient-centered care, equipping students with the skills to collaborate with healthcare teams, assess patients' medication needs, and provide personalized pharmaceutical care.

  4. Pharmaceutical Management: The program covers aspects of pharmaceutical management, enabling students to effectively manage medication therapy, monitor drug interactions, and ensure safe and optimal medication use.

  5. Expert Faculty: The program is guided by experienced faculty members who are experts in the field of clinical pharmacy. Their mentorship ensures that students receive education aligned with industry standards and emerging pharmaceutical advancements.

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Location

Queensgate

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 18000

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
    • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
    • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
    • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 51 with no individual score below 51.
  • Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Huddersfield offers several scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their academic journey. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, encourage diversity, and provide financial assistance to eligible students.

  1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: This scholarship is available for international students and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £4,000 for the first year of study.
  2. International Scholarship: The university offers a range of international scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students. These scholarships provide financial support towards tuition fees and are awarded based on academic merit.
  3. Enterprise Placement Year Scholarship: This scholarship is available for undergraduate students undertaking a placement year as part of their degree program. It provides a bursary of £1,000 to support students during their placement.
  4. International Academic Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs. It offers a tuition fee discount of up to £4,000.
  5. Subject-Specific Scholarships: The University of Huddersfield also offers scholarships specific to certain subject areas or departments. These scholarships may have specific eligibility criteria and application processes.

Graduates of the MSc Clinical Pharmacy Practice program with Hospital Placement from the University of Huddersfield are well-prepared to pursue a range of impactful and fulfilling careers within the field of clinical pharmacy.

  1. Clinical Pharmacist: Graduates can work as clinical pharmacists in hospital settings, utilizing their skills to provide direct patient care, medication management, and drug therapy monitoring.

  2. Pharmacy Consultant: Those interested in consultancy can become pharmacy consultants, providing expert advice to healthcare teams on medication management and therapeutic interventions.

  3. Pharmaceutical Researcher: Graduates can pursue roles in pharmaceutical research, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based clinical practices and drug development.

  4. Medication Safety Officer: Those intrigued by patient safety can specialize as medication safety officers, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications within healthcare systems.

  5. Academic Educator: Graduates can pursue careers in academia, becoming educators who train future generations of clinical pharmacy practitioners and pharmaceutical experts.


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