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Pharmacy and pharmaceutical science

Science that saves lives.

Pharmacists are healthcare experts. They assess, advise and provide safe treatment for conditions and illnesses.

Ready to launch a career that makes a difference?

Our Pharmacy degree prepares you for professional practice from day one. You'll graduate with career-ready skills and confidence, all set to begin your final registration training.

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Pharmacy degrees built for employability

Our Pharmacy MPharm (Hons) builds the skills, knowledge and patient-first approach you need for a rewarding future in pharmacy practice.

You'll benefit from:

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Real experience while you study

Placements in hospital, community and GP settings develop the skills employers look for. You’ll tackle real pharmacy scenarios, solve clinical problems, and gain the confidence to thrive in your future role.

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Recognition that opens doors

Our MPharm is accredited by The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). It sets you up for progression to the Foundation Trainee Pharmacist Programme, the last step to becoming a registered pharmacist.

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Practice for the real thing

Team-Based Learning swaps lectures for collaboration, problem-solving and real-life scenarios. You'll work with classmates to solve pharmacy challenges, building skills and confidence before you graduate.

Why study at Bradford?

Our courses are designed to prepare you for a big future in pharmacy. We're ranked:

  • 2nd in Yorkshire and the Humber (Complete University Guide 2026)
  • 2nd in Yorkshire and the Humber (The Guardian 2026)

Your career development is our top priority:

Check out our video playlist for a taste of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at Bradford.

I've had placements in community and hospital pharmacies, as well as GP surgeries. It's hands-on and you get a feel of what it's like to work as part of a team.

Maxwell, Pharmacy BSc (Hons)

Explore the spaces that will shape your future

Take a virtual tour of our Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences facilities.

Discover cutting-edge spaces like the Clinical Skills Suite, Community Pharmacy and the Simulation Suite. Engage with real-world challenges in our Industrial Laboratory and Capsule Formulation Laboratory.

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Careers that count

Qualified. In demand. Ready to progress.

There's increasing demand for patient-facing health experts in the NHS and private practice.

Your degree supports progression to foundation training. And then you'll be ready for roles including:

  • hospital independent prescribing pharmacist
  • community independent prescribing pharmacist
  • GP practice independent prescribing pharmacist
  • specialist interest pharmacist
  • clinical trials pharmacist
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Courses in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

  1. Pharmacy MPharm (Hons)

    Apply for Pharmacy MPharm (Hons) at the University of Bradford.

    Suitable for:
    UK and International applicants
    Attendance:
    Full-time

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