MSc Clinical Pharmacy Practice with Community Placement

Queensgate

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

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

  1. Comprehensive Curriculum: The program's curriculum is thoughtfully designed to cover a wide range of clinical pharmacy topics relevant to community settings, including patient counseling, medication therapy management, pharmaceutical care, and over-the-counter medications.

  2. Community Placement: A central aspect of the program involves a community placement, providing students with hands-on experience in community pharmacies, where they can apply theoretical knowledge to real patient interactions and medication counseling.

  3. Patient-Centered Care: The curriculum places emphasis on patient-centered care, equipping students with the skills to assess patients' medication needs, offer personalized medication counseling, and address health-related concerns.

  4. Pharmaceutical Management: The program covers aspects of pharmaceutical management within community settings, enabling students to provide safe and effective medication recommendations, manage drug interactions, and ensure medication adherence.

  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 community pharmacy practices.

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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 Community Placement from the University of Huddersfield are well-prepared to pursue a range of impactful and rewarding careers within the field of clinical pharmacy in community settings.

  1. Community Pharmacist: Graduates can work as community pharmacists, providing patient-centered medication counseling, dispensing prescriptions, and offering over-the-counter medication recommendations.

  2. Pharmacy Manager: Those interested in leadership roles can become pharmacy managers within community pharmacies, overseeing operations, staff management, and patient care services.

  3. Medication Consultant: Graduates can become medication consultants, offering expert advice on medication management, adherence, and patient education to individuals and healthcare teams.

  4. Pharmaceutical Educator: Those intrigued by education can pursue roles as pharmaceutical educators, training future generations of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in community pharmacy practices.

  5. Health and Wellness Advisor: Graduates can work as health and wellness advisors, using their expertise to promote healthy lifestyles, provide preventive care advice, and support community health initiatives.


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