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Welcome

Established in 1842, the School of Pharmacy is the only free-standing institution in the UK dedicated to education and research in pharmacy and the pharmaceutical sciences. Our mission is to provide the highest quality teaching and learning and undertake research that is relevant to patients and health care practice, medicines discovery and development, and society as a whole. We seek students who are committed to making a difference in peoples lives through the knowledge and skills acquired here at the School of Pharmacy. I look forward to welcoming you personally to the School.

Professor Anthony W Smith BPharm, PhD, FRPharmS Principal and Dean

Why choose the School of Pharmacy?

Academic and Research Excellence The School of Pharmacy is proud of its long tradition of academic and research excellence. In a recent government inspection, the School was highly praised for the quality of teaching and support for students. In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise for British universities 90% of the research activity at the School was deemed internationally significant and 25% world-leading. Lectures and laboratory work, group work, problem-solving exercises and hospital visits combine to provide an integrated learning experience. Respected Academic Faculty Our faculty members bring rich experience and preparation to the classroom. Many are internationally known researchers at the forefront of drug discovery, cancer medicines, nanotechnology, neuroscience and other areas; all are authors and experts in their field of study. Their dedication and accessibility is an integral part of the Schools culture of collegiality and camaraderie. Unrivalled Location in Central London Our main building is at Brunswick Square, in the heart of the University of Londons main campus in Bloomsbury, a lively student area and home to one of the largest concentrations of universities, libraries and scientific organisations in the world. The British Museum, British Library and Londons vibrant West End are within walking distance, as is the University of London Union, with its clubs, societies and sports teams. Personal Attention in an International Community Our system of student support and pastoral care is exemplary. Students come from over 70 countries, imparting an international flavour and enriching the academic and social life of the School. No matter where youre from, you will feel drawn into the Schools community right from the start because of its human face. Prestigious Degree Your degree will be awarded by the University of London, a name recognised globally. Our graduates have gone on to find success in community and hospital pharmacy, industrial research and development, academia, publishing and in many other careers in both the UK and overseas.

Courses Offered Undergraduate

Taught Postgraduate

MSc in Clinical Pharmacy, International Practice & Policy developing leaders in innovative pharmacy service Designed for overseas pharmacists seeking to develop clinical expertise to implement pharmaceutical care services adapted to their home country. Centres on the WHOs health priorities and includes service evaluation, financial planning, management and marketing, quality assurance, health services research, and teaching and assessment methodologies. Applicants must be registered pharmacists in their home countries. Modules covered: Therapeutic Areas Prioritised by WHO Social Pharmacy Skills Health Service Research Methods Marketing and Management International Perspectives on Health Research Project MSc in Drug Delivery (Pharmaceutics) the formulation, development, and manufacture of successful medicines Includes formulation of vaccines, methods of gene delivery, use of nano-particles, factors involved in crossing biological membranes, paediatric medicine, clinical pharmacy production and intelligent medicine design. Modules covered: Overcoming Biological Barriers Biotherapeutics Clinical Pharmaceutics (incl. Paediatric Pharmacy, Pharmacy Production and Quality Assurance) Intelligent Design of Medicines Nanomedicines and Targeted Drug Delivery Research Project MSc in Drug Discovery (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) finding molecules which can be turned into medicines for the cure and prevention of disease Identifying and validating drug targets in the body; how lead compounds are discovered, chemically synthesised and optimised for biological activity; pre-clinical drug development; clinical trials, regulatory affairs, drug licensing and commercialisation. Modules covered: The Process of Drug Discovery and Development Pharmaceutical Analysis Modern Aspects of Drug Discovery Two from the following four: Anticancer Drug Development Genomics and Proteomics Natural Products and Medicinal Plants in Drug Discovery New Drug Targets in the CNS Research Project

MSc in Pharmacognosy (Phytopharmacy) the science of medicines from nature and their therapeutic impact on society and culture The therapeutic uses of plants, including traditional herbal medicines (e.g. TCM, Ayurveda), isolation and analysis of compounds from plants, fungi, bacteria and marine sources (corals, sea animals, microbes), methods in pharmacognosy (e.g. bio-assays, structure elucidation), use of natural products in neurodegenerative disease, and ethnobotany. Modules covered: Therapeutic Uses of Plants Pharmaceutical Analysis Methods in Pharmacognosy Therapeutic Natural Products and Ethnopharmacology Research Project
Duration of MSc programs: 1 academic year full time Deadlines: Priority 30 April. Late applications up to 30 July Entry requirements: Language: IELTS 6.5 (6.5 in each skill area) / TOEFL 92 (iBT) or 237 (CBT) Academic: An upper second class honours degree or equivalent

Master of Pharmacy Accredited by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain This course leads, after a further year of paid pre-registration training, to registration as a pharmacist in Great Britain. You will study the science of medicines the function of the human body in health and disease, how drugs are discovered, formulated and used therapeutically in the context of professional pharmacy practice. Modules covered: Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Science Scientific Basis of Pharmacy Pharmaceutical & Pharmacological Approaches to Therapeutics Drug Development From Design to Client Pharmacy & Commonly Occurring Diseases Law and Practice (Parts 1 & 2) Preparation for Practice Options / Research Project Extramural Placement / Study Abroad
Duration: 4 academic years full time Priority Deadline: 15 January in the year of entry Late applications: up to 30 June Apply through UCAS: www.ucas.ac.uk MPharm Course Code: B230 Institution Code: SOPH S12 Entry requirements: Language: IELTS 6.5 (6.5 in writing, minimum 6 in listening, reading and speaking) / TOEFL 92 (iBT) or 237 (CBT) Academic: A-levels: three (3) A2 levels to include Chemistry, a second science subject (Biological science, Maths or Physics) and a third in any subject except General Studies or a mother tongue foreign language International Baccalaureate: minimum 34 points with 6,5,5 in HL including Chemistry and a second science subject i.e. Biological Science, Maths or Physics Others: we consider other UK and overseas qualifications subject to their equivalence to A-level standards

Postgraduate Research

PhD and MPhil The Schools research interests are divided into four areas and span a huge range of fields, including cancer chemotherapeutics, cancer drug discovery, clinical pharmacy, drug delivery, medicinal chemistry, molecular neuroscience, neuropharmacology, paediatric medicines, pharmaceutical analysis, pharmaceutical technology and materials science. Drug Discovery The Schools drug discovery activities focus on three complementary areas: Cancer medicines Antimicrobials (especially against MRSA infections) Natural products as a source of novel compounds against a range of human diseases Formulation Sciences Research focuses on the sciences and technologies used to develop and understand the final dosage form of medicines. We work on the major routes of administration (oral, parenteral, pulmonary, mucosal and dermal), and pharmaceutical materials characterisation and processing. Other activities include the formulation of oligonucleotide and proteinbased medicines, and multicomponent formulations that need pharmaceutical engineering from the nano to the micro-scale.

Neurosciences The Schools research in the neurosciences covers nervous system regulation and function in health and disease, with a focus on synaptic function and neuronal circuitry. We use a wide range of technical and theoretical approaches to study normal brain function, uncover the fundamental causes of neurological and psychiatric diseases, and identify novel therapeutic targets. Research activity is grouped into four major themes: Neocortical and hippocampal microcircuitry Presynaptic control of neurotransmitter release Postsynaptic receptor identification and clustering mechanisms Genetic and neurochemical basis of neurological disease Medicines Use and Health Researchers examine ways to translate the potential benefits of medicines into positive health outcomes by understanding and shaping the factors that influence their optimal use. Optimal health outcomes are related to the correct use of medicines which can be compromised by safety and behavioural issues. We seek to understand how individuals and organizations use medicines and then develop interventions to optimise their safety and efficacy. We use and develop theories to understand patients experiences of medicines, the causes of harm and the choices made by patients and prescribers.
Duration: 3 years full-time Deadlines: Rolling admissions Entry requirements: Language: IELTS 6.5 (6.5 in each skill area) / TOEFL 92 (iBT) or 237 (CBT) Academic: A first or upper second class honours degree or its equivalent
The new Molecular Pharmacy Wing at the School

Date of establishment: 1842 Degree awarding body: University of London Number of full-time students: 860 of whom: 700 are studying MPharm, 60 are studying full-time MSc courses, 100 are studying PhD, 20% are international students, 40% are men and 60% are women. Accommodation: Students may apply for a place in an intercollegiate or private hall of residence. Priority is given to the undergraduate students. Information on alternative accommodation will be provided for all other applicants. Student fees for 2009/10: MPharm Home / EU 3,225* International 12,750 MSc Drug Discovery / Drug Delivery / Pharmacognosy Home / EU 4,490* International 13,850 MSc Clinical Pharmacy, International Practice and Policy Home / EU & International 13,850 PhD Home / EU 3,390 + bench fee set by department (minimum per year 1,070) International 14,250 composite fee * The home / EU rate of fees is a subsidised rate.
Students who have a previous degree at the same level or higher than the one studied at the School of Pharmacy are not eligible for the subsidised rate and must pay the higher international rate.

Visit our website www.pharmacy.ac.uk for up-to-date fee information. To contact us: The School of Pharmacy University of London 29/39 Brunswick Square London WC1N 1AX United Kingdom Tel +44 (0)20 7753 5831 Fax +44 (0)20 7753 5829 registry@pharmacy.ac.uk Dr Mike Munday Academic Director of Studies Ms Margaret Stone Registrar Mr Arvind Vepa International Officer

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