Pharmacy

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 14.5 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 14.5 k / Year(s)  
601–800 place StudyQA ranking:5910 Duration:9 months

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Description

Prepare for direct entry to a Bachelors degree at The University of Manchester

The International Foundation course at INTO Manchester allows you to study an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy at The University of Manchester.

Why apply for the International Foundation programme?

  • guaranteed offer from The University of Manchester for all successful students
  • associate university status for all students
  • quality-assured university accredited programme
  • learning environment to university standard
  • conditional offer of a place on an undergraduate degree at The University of Manchester
  • excellent levels of individual care and support

95% of successful students progressed to a UK university from INTO Manchester in partnership with The University of Manchester

Course length: 3 terms (9 - 10 months)

When can I start?

  • August 2014 Start (Headstart)

Term 1: Tue 26 Aug 2014 to Fri 12 Dec 2014

Term 2: Mon 05 Jan 2015 to Fri 27 Mar 2015
Term 3: Mon 13 Apr 2015 to Fri 19 Jun 2015

£15,210

  • September 2014 start (3 terms)

Term 1: Mon 08 Sep 2014 to Fri 12 Dec 2014
Term 2: Mon 05 Jan 2015 to Fri 27 Mar 2015
Term 3: Mon 13 Apr 2015 to Fri 19 Jun 2015

£14,450

Detailed Course Facts

Tuition fee
  • GBP 14450 Year (EEA)
  • GBP 14450 Year (Non-EEA)
Start date 2016 Duration full-time 9 months Partnership Joint Languages Take an IELTS test
  • English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

You will study the following modules:

  • English for Academic Purposes and Study Skills
This module introduces reading techniques for academic study and the structure and function of academic writing. You will develop skills in writing English clearly and appropriately as well as the ability to take part in academic discussion.
The study skills component is an essential preparation for university life. It will help you work in groups, present ideas, manage your time, conduct research, make lecture notes, organise the content of essays and understand how to evaluate your work.
  • ICT (Information Communication Technologies)
This module will teach you how to use word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software, as well as using the internet, email and virtual learning environment (VLE) software in support of your learning.
  • Independent Research
The module is intended to prepare you for independent study through developing your research skills and abilities. The aim of this module is to: introduce you to the academic culture of UK higher education; provide you with the intellectual development necessary for undergraduate study in the UK; and help support key study skills for successful undergraduate study.

You can choose three from the following four specialist modules (please note that the choice of subjects will depend on the student's chosen degree programme):

  • Biology
This module takes an evolutionary approach to biology and considers different levels of organisation in living systems. You will study life processes showing fundamental similarities between living things.
  • Further Mathematics
This module is intended for more expert mathematicians and extends into a wide variety of more complex areas of mathematics.
  • Mathematics
In part 1 of this module, you will develop a methodical approach to problem solving using mathematical techniques and theory.
In part 2 of this module, you will develop your skills in mathematical topics that can be applied to the world of business, including statistics and probability.
  • Physics
A wide variety of topics is included of particular relevance to students wishing to pursue a degree in physics or an engineering-related field.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test. More About IELTS

Requirements

Academic requirements:

You need to have completed 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades

For information about country-specific entry requirements please contact us

English requirements:

August start - Headstart programme: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in any subskill) or equivalent.

September start - 3 term programme: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.

We can also accept Pearson (PTE). Please contact us for further details.

Students who have achieved the minimum IELTS score overall but do not have the required score in writing for direct entry will be considered on a case by case basis.

Age: 17 years and above.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

  • Access Bursary

    Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

  • Alumni Bursary

    Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Manchester Metropolitan University.

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