Program Overview
Students will acquire the practical and professional skills necessary for dispensing medications, providing patient counseling, and supervising pharmacy operations. This fully GPhC-accredited course paves the way for graduates to pursue fulfilling careers in various sectors of pharmacy, from community settings to the global pharmaceutical industry.
Program Outline
Pharmacists ensure that the supply of medicines is within the law and suitable for a particular patient and will liaise with other healthcare professionals or carers to offer help and advice. They also supervise the medicines supply chain and ensure that pharmacy premises and systems are fit for purpose. Leicester has over 100 years of experience, DMU’s School of Pharmacy will help provide you with the practical and professional skills needed to work as a pharmacist. With pharmacy being the third largest healthcare profession in the UK, your career opportunities are extensive and varied. In this course you’ll study a range of topics including an introduction to pharmacy, cardiovascular/respiratory and infection/inflammation, preparing for practice, professional clinician, integrated patient care and more
Careers:
Graduates of this course gain rewarding and stimulating careers in all pharmacy sectors – DMU students have gone on to work for major employers such as Boots, Lloyds and Well Pharmacy, and with NHS hospital trusts, primary care contractors, local commissioners, and within the global pharmaceutical industry.
Other:
This course is fully accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) As part of this course you will have the opportunity to complete a work placement, which offers invaluable professional experience. This allows you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations under the supervision and guidance of professional practitioners.
