MPharm Pharmacy pre-arrival information
Congratulations on securing your place to study Pharmacy with us this September. On this page you’ll find useful information and tasks to help make your transition to the University of Sheffield as smooth as possible.
Welcome to Pharmacy at Sheffield
We are delighted you are joining us and look forward to seeing you in September.
We know this can be a busy time for you, and we want to make preparing to start your course as straightforward as possible. This pre-arrival page is for new MPharm Pharmacy students starting in September 2025. Here you’ll find information and tasks to complete specific to you and this course.
Complete your registration
Follow this link for a step-by-step outline of everything you need to do in order to complete your registration at the University.
Induction Week timetable
Induction Week commences on Monday 22 September. You can download a copy of your timetable below.
The timetable is subject to change so please check your online timetable (which you can access once you've registered) for the latest information.
Induction Week timetable [PDF download]
Occupational Health and DBS Clearance
You have already received an email explaining these processes. It is important that you complete these tasks as soon as possible to make your placements run smoothly. Please follow the links in the email.
Can’t find the email? Please email mpharmyear1@sheffield.ac.uk.
Uniform ordering
On Monday of Welcome Week (Monday 22 September) you will have the opportunity to try on for size and order your uniforms. Changing facilities will be available. We advise you to choose clothing for the Monday that is suitable for trying on your uniforms.
U-card collection
You will have received an email asking you to register online. The registration process is finalised by collecting your U-card. Please ensure you book an appointment to do this BEFORE Tuesday of welcome week. The collection hub is open during welcome weekend.
Meet the team
You have already met most of the team during the interview process but you can find out more details about our team here:
Your year one module leads
You have two modules in year one:
- ‘The Patient and Society’ module is led by Dr Maria Allinson
- The ‘Science of Pharmacy’ module is led by Professor Susan Matthews
Commonly asked questions
- Do I need to attend all the activities in induction week?
Yes absolutely! These events will provide you with important information about your study at Sheffield and will make settling in much easier.
We have ensured that there is plenty of time during the week so that you can attend all the university fairs for clubs and societies, have time to get to know the other Pharmacy students and other students in your accommodation.
For sessions shaded in blue, you do not have to be on campus, they are reminders that during this week you are required to complete mandatory training.
- What do I need to bring to the sessions in induction week?
You will probably want to make notes during these sessions, so equip yourself with paper and pen or an electronic note taking alternative.
- Do I need to buy books before joining the course?
No, copies of all our main textbooks are available either online or in hardback format through the library. We will let you know about potential books as we teach you. We strongly recommend that if you do purchase textbooks you do that through second hand book sellers like abe books.
- Do I need to have a computer / laptop for my course?
No, it is not essential. Where use of a laptop is essential, sessions will take place in rooms which are equipped with the relevant computer equipment. The university has a number of areas which allow 24 hour access to computers for writing reports etc.
If you do choose to buy a laptop, please be aware that the university supports the use of PCs not of MAC computers and staff will not be able to help with difficulties with using MAC computers.
If you buy a computer, as a student you will be able to download the needed software e.g. Word, Powerpoint from the University free of charge.
- I need support with my learning, where do I go?
There is an overview of support available on the website, here: Student support
If you have a disability or a specific learning need, please contact DDSS (the Disability and Dyslexia Support Service): DDSS.
We also have school based staff who will introduce you to the services available during welcome week.
There is also study support available: Digital learning support and Library information.
Questions
If you have any questions before arrival please e-mail the Year 1 mailbox: mpharmyear1@sheffield.ac.uk. Please do not use the pharmacy@sheffield email address as responses will be delayed.