MPharm Pharmacy

About the course

The MPharm course at the University of Lincoln is a comprehensive program that equips students with both the scientific knowledge of medicines and the practical skills necessary for a career in pharmacy. Students delve into the intricacies of drug development, understand the mechanisms of drug interactions within the body, and learn to assess medications for safety and efficacy. Moreover, the course emphasizes the development of clinical decision-making and communication abilities, ensuring that graduates can provide personalized care and optimize treatment for patients across various pharmacy sectors. With the integration of placements in diverse healthcare settings, the MPharm program at Lincoln offers a robust educational experience that prepares students for their foundation training year and subsequent registration as pharmacists, subject to meeting the GPhC's professional standards. The School of Pharmacy's strong connections with healthcare professionals enhance the learning experience, providing a rich, practice-oriented environment that fosters the growth of competent and compassionate pharmacists.

What you might learn

Throughout the MPharm course, you might learn how to approach pharmacy education through a patient-centric lens, understanding the progression of health to disease across the human lifespan. You'll engage with case studies and patient interactions that grow in intricacy, mirroring the aging patient's journey, while exploring therapeutic threads that weave through the curriculum, enhancing your grasp of pharmaceutical care and the science behind medications. Moreover, you'll experience a blend of teaching methods, including hands-on practicals and community-based health promotion, complemented by structured placements across diverse healthcare settings, which will equip you with the clinical and professional skills necessary for a career in pharmacy.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as hospital pharmacist, pharmacologist, pharmaceutical research scientist, science writer, medical sales representative, product/process development scientist, and etc. in companies including Gilead Sciences, Novartis, AbbVie Inc., Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and etc.

Living Costs in Lincoln**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) £ 13 - 17	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) £ 548 - 725	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) £ 421 - 557
Transportation (Daily) £ 2 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) £ 159 - 210

Average Salary**

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