Pharmacy Practice (Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme) PgDip/MSc top-up

This course covers the science behind the preparation, supply and monitoring of medicines for the treatment and prevention of disease.
This course gives a broad understanding of the pharmacy-related aspects of chemistry and biology.
This course equips you with a sound clinical knowledge for your extended role as a UK pharmacist.
Placements in hospitals and community pharmacies mean you can apply your studies to real life situations.
Visiting lecturers from various practice backgrounds are used to provide teaching that is current and is related to current practice.
Supportive staff help you to reach your full potential.

The course is designed for those who wish to practise as a pharmacist in the UK.
To become a registered pharmacist in Great Britain, on completion of your accredited OSPAP degree, you will be required to satisfactorily complete 52 weeks of preregistration pharmacist training in an approved pharmacy establishment and pass the General Pharmaceutical Council's registration assessment.

There are many career opportunities for qualified pharmacists, in community and hospital pharmacy, working in GP practices and primary care organisations, as well as the pharmaceutical industry. There are also opportunities to pursue higher degrees by research, or to obtain the MSc top-up by research.

Our graduates have secured positions in community and hospital pharmacies. Some are also employed in the pharmaceutical industry.

All applications for the Pharmacy Practice (Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme) must go through the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) for approval in the first instance.
If you make an application for a place on the course, the General Pharmaceutical Council will advise us of your eligibility and you will be sent information from the admissions team on how to apply for a place at Kingston University.