Official Pharmacy Applicants Thread 2026
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by dushxjxbebsjHi Guys!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
Reply 41
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by Mariam_mah00I also applied to Newcastle, Nottingham, Keele and Aston. I'm petrified for the interviews tho.
Keele was chill the interviewers were quite nice!
Reply 42
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by ScarlettjhsnsKeele was chill the interviewers were quite nice!
Yeah I had their interview yesterday and it was so easy. The interviewer was lovely and the scenario questions were common sense,
Reply 43
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by dushxjxbebsjhi- what do you think about Cardiff?
I had my cardiff interview last year and it was very very chill - interviewer was so lovely and general questions were asked.
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by student010101010I had my cardiff interview last year and it was very very chill - interviewer was so lovely and general questions were asked.
Stop I’m panicking why was mine lowkey not good 😭
Reply 45
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by ScarlettjhsnsStop I’m panicking why was mine lowkey not good 😭
don’t worry, my brother walked in talking during mine having forgotten i had one
i somehow saved it and got an offer
Reply 46
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by rachelcbdon’t worry, my brother walked in talking during mine having forgotten i had one
i somehow saved it and got an offer
i somehow saved it and got an offer
Reply 47
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by dushxjxbebsjHi Guys!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
Hi,
This really depends on individual universities, as some send out interview invites early while others prefer to wait until after the January UCAS deadline. Regardless, all applicants are given equal consideration until then, so try not to worry if you don’t hear back straight away.
For chemistry, it’s a good idea to review organic chemistry, particularly the chemical structures of drugs, and practice identifying key functional groups. Revisiting topics like acids and bases and hydrolysis can also be helpful.
For maths, focus on basic pharmaceutical calculations, including drug dosages, conversions, concentrations, and dilutions.
Hope this helps, and good luck!
Tayba
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Reply 48
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by dushxjxbebsjHi Guys!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
Hi there!
I can say from my own experience that I submitted my UCAS application quite early on and I didn't hear back from Bath until around March time to confirm that I was invited to interview and most of my friends heard quite late on as well. I would not stress about not hearing back from them yet and focus on your A-levels as the grades are most important.
For the interviews, there are many resources on The StudentRoom which have been collated together. For me personally I searched online for some basic pharmaceutical maths questions and reviewed my chemistry note. Please remember the questions they ask you aren't supposed to be too difficult but how you are able to critically think. I would have a look at the GPhC Standards for Pharmacy professionals and maybe pick a few and show how you have demonstrated it already
I hope this helps and good luck with your applications!
Sophie - University of Bath
Reply 49
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by dushxjxbebsjHi Guys!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
I’ve just applied to study Pharmacy (MPharm) at Bath, Cardiff, UCL, Leicester and Swansea- I was just wondering how long it usually takes to get interview invites back from them. I applied yesterday, and already have a Cardiff interview, so also any tips about how to prepare for interview (especially the chemistry and maths aspects) would be greatly appreciated, thanks so much!
I had my Cardiff interview 5 days ago and I got the offer yesterday, feel free to dm me to tips
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by d3linaI had my Cardiff interview 5 days ago and I got the offer yesterday, feel free to dm me to tips
Hi, I applied for the Cardiff pharmacy too. what questions did u get asked ?
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by Sarah SBBrilliant thanks . Her most recent mocks results back and she’s managed to up her predicted to ABB so more doors open . Or you on or have completed Mpharm ?
Sorry saw this very late! I am on MPharm. If she’s applied already good luck to her!
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by dfn2008Hi, I applied for the Cardiff pharmacy too. what questions did u get asked ?
i don’t think we can actually share the questions - seen smth said somewhere abt not being allowed to, but it is just the generic stuff that you can expect and then (like in the email) you watch a video and talk abt that
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Useful resources and weblinks - Useful resources for MPharm PS and Interviews - The Student Room
Reply 54
Hello!
I was wondering if anyone got the interview invite for UCL MPharm yet after taking the test.
I took the test on November 24th and still heard nothing back. Getting kinda worried
I was wondering if anyone got the interview invite for UCL MPharm yet after taking the test.
I took the test on November 24th and still heard nothing back. Getting kinda worried
Reply 55
Has anyone gotten an UOB interview yet?
Reply 56
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by Golden_RoofHas anyone gotten an UOB interview yet?
Mines next week!
Reply 57
Has anybody had their pharmacy interview at university of reading?! How was it?
Reply 58
Did anyone have their Nottingham interview for pharmacy?? I have mine next week and I'm stressed.
Reply 59
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by Mariam_mah00Did anyone have their Nottingham interview for pharmacy?? I have mine next week and I'm stressed.
I did! Personally, I found that Uni of Nottingham interview was so much more professional and stressful compared to my other ones (Uni of Manchester, LJMU and Keele Uni) which felt more relaxed. They do like MMIs so you speak to multiple interviewers and I thought I completely failed since I messed up in the maths/chemistry knowledge station however I still received an offer so I guess my answers for the other stations helped.
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