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School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

We are one of the top UK schools of Pharmacy with an international reputation for the quality of our research.

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Our Centenary

We are proud to be celebrating our first 100 years of teaching and research excellence. Our determination and commitment to enhance the profession, meet the changing healthcare needs of the population and improve patients’ lives continues.

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Courses

Our degrees are informed and supported by our research and allow students to explore the different aspects of pharmacy.

Research

Our pharmaceutical science and health related research spans the complete continuum from basic to applied translational science and clinical practice.

Discover how we teach the Pharmacists of the future so that they are ready for their chosen career.
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About us

We have an international reputation for our teaching and research and we are among the leaders in clinical skills development.

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Engagement

We commit to engaging with the public to deliver social and cultural impact, inspire young people and inform the public on scientific issues.

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Impact

We work with industry, education, government and public groups to ensure our research has impact in the real world and benefits human health and welfare.

News

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Inaugural McGuigan Symposium celebrates pioneers in drug discovery

13 December 2019

The inaugural Chris McGuigan Symposium has taken place in Cardiff University, celebrating researchers in the field of drug discovery.

The resurrection of phospho-amino acid containing drugs

6 December 2019

Researchers discover potential new treatment for rare muscle-wasting disease

21 November 2019

Students at the School of Pharmacy step back in time to celebrate centenary

18 November 2019

Attend our next Open Day

Explore our campus, facilities and city. Meet our staff and students and get a real feel for studying and living in Cardiff at our Open Day on Wednesday 1 April 2020.