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Kingston University Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Foundation Degree
Kingston University

Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences Foundation Degree

Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

2 Years

English

Full time

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GBP 9,250 / per year **

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** UK students: £9,250 per year | international: £15,800 for the first year

Introduction

Why choose this course?

If you know you have potential but want support before starting a degree in Pharmacy or a pharmacy-related degree, then this course could be perfect for you.

Successful completion of this course means you can join Year 2 of the Pharmacy MPharm programme. Alternatively, you may top-up your qualification to a BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences or Pharmaceutical Science.

This course studies the main areas of pharmacy and the pharmaceutical and chemical sciences. You'll take the same modules as students of Year 1 Pharmacy, plus additional modules in chemistry, mathematics and other subjects. You'll be able to sit the same assessments as pharmacy students so that you'll be ready for your career in pharmacy. Your scientific learning will be supported by academic and professional skills development.

This course is currently being updated in line with the General Pharmaceutical Council's standards for initial education and training for pharmacists to equip you with the future skills required for your pharmacy career.

Reasons to choose Kingston University

  • This foundation degree has been accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPC).
  • This course offers a good grounding in pharmacy-related subjects. Once you successfully complete the course, you'll be able to join Year 2 of the Pharmacy MPharm course or top-up to a pharmacy-related BSc (Hons).
  • Kingston is ranked No.2 in London for pharmacy and pharmacology (Guardian University League table 2022).

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council, until 2020 entry, to allow graduates who have attained the required standards direct entry to Year 2 of the Master of Pharmacy programme.

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