RCSI PHARMACY AT A GLANCE RCSI DEVELOPING HEALTHCARE LEADERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE WORLDWIDE
WHY PHARMACY? RCSI s pharmacy programme seamlessly integrates the study of the pharmaceutical sciences with clinical application in the practice setting. It will empower you to become a healthcare professional with expertise in medicines, knowing both why medicines work and how they improve the health and well-being of patients. These skills will open up exciting and varied career pathways for you to follow, from those in patient facing settings to opportunities in drug development in the pharmaceutical industry. Our MPharm programme is one of the most modern available globally, combining progressive and innovative teaching with hands on clinical experience and dynamic research opportunities.
WHY RCSI? RCSI Founded in 1784 Over 20,000 Alumni Globally Schools and 13 Institutes WHY RCSI SCHOOL OF PHARMACY? Exclusive focus on educating healthcare professionals A student-centred approach A strong clinical focus with numerous clinical partners Route to Pharmacy Registration Our reputation as evidenced by referrals and recommendations by others in the field An integrated curriculum ensuring situated learning throughout the programme preparing you for practice from day one International student profile Staff Overseas Campuses Located in the heart of Dublin, one of the friendliest cities in the world
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? During your years at RCSI School of Pharmacy... WORKING IN HOSPITAL/COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTS EARLY PATIENT EXPOSURE CULTURAL DIVERSITY LEARNING FROM HEALTHCARE EXPERTS SMALL GROUP TEACHING ONE TO ONE MENTORING AND ADVICE AN UNRIVALLED FOCUS ON HEALTHCARE PEER TO PEER LEARNING A GLOBALLY RECOGNISED QUALIFICATION BLENDED LEARNING APPROACH INTERPROFESSIONAL LEARNING CAREER DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT DEVELOPING HEALTHCARE LEADERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE WORLDWIDE
WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US? RCSI... develops an inquisitive nature amongst the students, its not just didactic. Their communication skills are at an advanced level... RCSI graduates bring to the workplace great communication skills. - Professor Ciaran Meegan, Head of Pharmacy Services, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital (MMUH) Where do I begin? RCSI s School of Pharmacy is truly a first class education. Our lecturers are so passionate about what they teach, and I find myself constantly getting inspired by them and their work ethic. The material in each module is always up to date, and the labs and lecture halls are comfortable to be in. -Sondus Khan, Second Year Pharmacy RCSI staff are respected role models who instilled concepts of safe, effective, holistic and seamless patient care... as an international student, the extensive academic and personal support provided by RCSI allowed me to settle well in college - Jihad Al Saddique (Alumnus), Saudi Arabia, RCSI Postgraduate Pharmacy Student From accepting RCSI on my CAO offer list, RCSI has been there to support me. From helping me find my feet in those scary first few days via the Buddy Programme, to settling us into college life through means of Tutors and friendly, enthusiastic and passionate staff. RCSI opens its door for students to walk through and find a pathway that suits them and their learning abilities. There are so many opportunities to avail of that it can be difficult to choose sometimes. I feel that RCSI is what will make my career worth the hard, long study and work. I hope to graduate through RCSI along side completing my Masters with them in Pharmacy, all whilst I await the new doors RCSI can open for me. -Jessica Millar, Second year Pharmacy
MPHARM CURRICULUM YEAR 1 2 3 4 5 ACADEMIC MODULES Pharmacists: Beginning the Professional Journey Health body and function Physical and chemical properties of drugs and their dosage forms 1 Respiratory Health: Medicines and Patient Care Professional Development 2 Musculoskeletal Health: Medicines and Patient Care Central Nervous System Health: Medicines and Patient Care The Liver and Kidney: Health, Function and Medicines Handling Professional Development 3 The Endocrine System: Hormones as Signals and Regulators Organisation and Management skills Professional Skills Development Professional Practice Professional Development 4 Global and Population Health Scientific Research Skills Patient Care and Society Professional Development 5 Decision Making in Complex Care Leadership in Pharmacy: Building the Future Professional development 1 Gastrointestinal health: Medicines and Patient Care Physical and Chemical Properties of Drugs and their dosage forms 2 Cardiovascular Health: Medicines and Patient Care Immunology: Self-protection and Management of Response Infection: Optimising Prevention and Treatment Strategies Sensory and Protective Structures: Health and Potential for External Delivery Men s and Women s Health: Tailored Care Stages of Life: The Changing Body and Medicines Handling Malignant Disease: Optimising Prevention and Treatment The Drug Life Cycle: Discovery and Beyond Options: Advanced Medicinal Chemistry Options: Education and Training Options: Philosophy Options: Communication through creative media Options: Social Justice Options: Team based product design Supply of Medicines and Organisation and Management Skills Leading the safe and rational use of Medicines Professional practice and public health Clinical Research Skills call us on +353 1 402 2228 email admissions@rcsi.ie 123 St Stephen s Green Dublin 2, Ireland EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN SURGERY MEDICINE PHARMACY PHYSIOTHERAPY NURSING & MIDWIFERY RESEARCH LEADERSHIP POSTGRADUATE STUDIES RADIOLOGY DENTISTRY SPORTS & EXERCISE MEDICINE