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MSc/PGDip Pharmaceutical Sciences for the Overseas Pharmacist Assessment Programme

University of Sunderland

Overview

The course is designed for qualified pharmacists outside the European Economic Area who are looking to become registered pharmacists in the UK, and is one of a small number that are accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Completing the OSPAP postgraduate diploma allows for entry to the next stages of registering as a pharmacist in the UK, and in addition you can also apply to undertake a Masters research project. The content of this course reflects the accreditation requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council.

You can choose to study this course as a Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) or a Masters (MSc). If you choose to study the Masters level, you will also undertake a research project. This will be an original piece of work in which you will demonstrate both theoretical and practical knowledge.

Why us?

  • Sunderland Pharmacy School is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council
  • Pharmacy has been taught at Sunderland for almost 100 years
  • Research in Pharmacy at Sunderland has been described as ‘world-leading’ by the latest Research Excellence Framework

Career options

On completing the OSPAP postgraduate diploma you can enter pre-registration training, this is the next stage of your training process. You must successfully complete a 52 week pre-registration position and pass the General Pharmaceutical Council’s (GPhC) registration assessment before being allowed to apply to join the register and practise as a pharmacist in the UK. Students can also exit with PGDip awards.

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Requirements

Listed below are the documents required to apply for this course.
£16,500 Per Year

International student tuition fee

1 year

Duration

Sep 2024

Start Month

Aug 2024

Application Deadline

Upcoming Intakes

  • September 2024

Mode of Study

  • Full Time