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Study our MPharm Pharmacy course at the University of Plymouth

Our well-establised pharmacy course is available to study in two fantastic locations.

Learn more about our MPharm course

Join a well-established course and high-ranking university

The ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is currently ranked Top 10 for pharmacology and pharmacy in the Complete University Guide 2027.

As a student on our four-year MPharm at the University of Plymouth, you will study the same course content as students studying our MPharm course in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, gaining a unique knowledge of the scientific development and clinical use of medicines, and preparing you for a career as a pharmacist.

Graduating with a ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø degree, you’ll be taught by Plymouth-based ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø academic and practice staff while living and learning at the University of Plymouth. This provides you with the opportunity to live and study in the vibrant and unique surroundings of Britain’s Ocean City.

Studying at Plymouth

Staff and students talk about the background to the degree, why they chose to study in Plymouth and what their favourite parts of the course have been so far.

We have a reputation for producing well-rounded and confident students, achieving high pass rates in the mandatory registration assessment set by the General Pharmaceutical Council. Our final-year MPharm students stand out to employers, consistently gaining high-quality Foundation Training places in a variety of sectors across the UK, through the national NHS recruitment process.

Take advantage of our strong partnerships

Placements are great opportunities to broaden your skills and decide the area of pharmacy that best fits you and your career. During your course, you’ll go on regular placements in healthcare settings, gaining hands-on experience in hospitals, GP surgeries, and community pharmacies.

Over the years, we’ve developed strong and valued relationships with local NHS Trusts in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset, as well as leading national community pharmacy chains in the South West. University Hospitals Plymouth is the largest teaching hospital in Devon and Cornwall and provides many opportunities for placements nearby.

Learn in purpose-built facilities

As an MPharm student at Plymouth, you’ll be based in purpose-built pharmacy facilities at the heart of campus. Plymouth is home to over 4,500 health and social care students in the .1

The pharmacy facilities, on the ground floor of the 1, include practice-based and clinical teaching spaces, such as consultation rooms and simulation equipment.

Three students looking at a laptop in the pharmacy facilities at the University of Plymouth

Live and study in Britain's Ocean City

From the historic, cobblestone waterfront to the city’s thriving bars, cafés and shops, Plymouth caters to everyone. The vibrant campus is at the heart of the city, just a mile from the seafront.

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One of the most affordable student cities, Plymouth was recently ranked the UK’s seventh most affordable place for students to live.2

Plymouth city waterfront with boats

Applying for accommodation in Plymouth

As a ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø student living in Plymouth, you’ll have access to a variety of student accommodation options in Plymouth.

Two University of Plymouth students in accommodation

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students are included in the University of Plymouth guarantee for student accommodation, which is open to first year students who apply by the deadline and meet the Plymouth accommodation terms and conditions. You’ll need to make our MPharm your first choice before applying.

Choosing your accommodation

You can choose from a range of University-managed Halls of Residence on campus, private purpose-built student accommodation halls or rooms in private houses in the city.

Halls of residence

University of Plymouth-managed Halls are located on campus, or within the nearby student village – only a few minutes’ walk from university facilities and the city centre. Plymouth provides a range of support for students living in Halls such as social events and welfare support, as well as 24/7 security to help keep you safe.

Private accommodation

If living on campus is not for you, there’s a wide range of private accommodations to choose from. ANUK-accredited, privately managed Halls of Residence are in popular student areas in Plymouth city centre. Alternatively, you could rent accommodation, either on your own or with a group of other students, from a private landlord. Whether purpose-built student accommodation or student houses or flats, there's something to suit all budgets.

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For queries, please contact the Plymouth accommodation team at: uniaccommodation@plymouth.ac.uk

Be supported throughout your studies

As you follow your studies and find your way around Plymouth, you’ll have access to all of the support services you need to get the most out of your university experience.

Our specially trained support staff and students3 based at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø can offer guidance and someone to talk to at times to suit you. This includes access to health, mental health, wellbeing, and money support.

Academic Advisor

From your first year, you’ll be allocated an academic member of staff based in Plymouth, known as an Academic Advisor3. They are there to support you with your academic and personal development.

Urgent support

If you’re ever concerned about your own or someone else’s wellbeing and need to speak to someone urgently, the University of Plymouth’s Mental Health Advisor is available to speak to Monday to Friday, or you can contact Plymouth Campus Security 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Careers support

No matter what career path you want to do after you graduate, you can access careers advice, resources, and workshops3 to prepare you for employment or throughout your working life. Pharmacy academic staff will also support you in preparation for applying for your Foundation Training year.

Join a top-ranking course

Some of our awards, accolades and league table rankings.

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ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø ranked top 10 for graduate prospects for Pharmacology & Pharmacy in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

Learn more about the 4-year MPharm at Plymouth

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  1. Please note that this link takes you to a page on the University of Plymouth website which contains some information that will not apply to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø applicants. All content is written for University of Plymouth applicants and details should be checked for relevance if unclear.  ↩

  2. Research conducted by Superprof in 2022 analysed the weekly cost of rent, food, travel and nights out in UK cities.  ↩

  3. Please note that this link takes you to a page on our website where some of the information may not be relevant to students based in Plymouth. Please email us on admissions@bath.ac.uk if anything is unclear. ↩