Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how medicines are developed and used.
- Develop patient-safety and evidence-evaluation skills.
- Prepare for professional pharmacy practice where the course is accredited.
University of Leicester · Leicester
MPharm Pharmacy
A four-year integrated masters training students to become medicines-focused clinicians, with placements throughout. After Foundation Training graduates can register as pharmacists.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Pharmacist after required registration
- Clinical pharmacy professional
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Medicines-safety specialist
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- A-levels ABB including Biology plus one other science (Chemistry, Physics or Maths)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan GCE A-levels accepted for direct entry to year 1; offers equivalent to the UK A-level requirement on each course page. Those who have completed year 1 at a Sri Lankan university may be considered for year 1 or 2
- English (IELTS)
- 7.0 or equivalent
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Leicester.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on le.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Leicester before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.