Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at Aston University, Birmingham

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Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at
Aston University
Overview

Aston University is a prominent institution among PG students looking to pursue a Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip from abroad. The typical duration of the program is 9 months. It is among UK’s top-ranked courses and is rated very highly by several prominent ranking platforms including Shiksha. Interested candidates must submit their admission applications as early as possible due to limited availability of seats.

The first year Aston University tuition fees for its Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip is around GBP 22,425. Students are also advised to plan for some other costs they may incur over the duration of studies, including accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities among others. The average estimated cost of living is around GBP 8,313.

Duration	9 months
Tuition & Fees	₹26.89 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Diploma

Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip

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Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at
Aston University
Fees

The students planning to enrol in the Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip at Aston University, will need to factor in both tuition fees and living expenses.

For international students, the tuition fee for the first year is GBP 22,425. On top of that, students should also budget for essential living expenses like housing, food, transportation, books, and personal costs, which can vary based on individual lifestyle and spending habits. The cost of living when studying at the university is GBP 8,313.

Since living expenses differ from student to student, it's a good idea to plan finances accordingly. To get a complete breakdown of the Aston University Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip fees, check out the table below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 26,88,982

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 9,96,812
Insurance	INR 93,050

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 119.91 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 24ᵗʰ February 2025

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Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at
Aston University
Entry Requirements

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Applicants must hold a pharmacy degree approved by the General Pharmaceutical Council for entry onto an OSPAP course

Applicants will require documented approval from the GPhC regarding eligibility to undertake OSPAP prior to applying to Aston University

A recent pass of the of the Pharmacy Occupational English Language Test (OET) with a score of at least a B in each of the four areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking, at one sitting of the test

A recent pharmacy qualification (i.e., a pharmacy qualification that would have enabled you to practise as a pharmacist in such countries) that has been taught and examined in English in a majority English speaking country (other than the UK) (e.g. Ireland, United States of America, Australia, New Zealand)
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Recent practise for at least two years as a pharmacy professional (pharmacy technician or pharmacist) in a majority English speaking country (please note that Aston University does not accept work experience as proof of meeting our English Language requirements, you must have one of the above).
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Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS Check) is required for all applicants
Students will be required to complete a health screening questionnaire and provide the University with details of their vaccination status

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Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at
Aston University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

SOP

Personal Statement or Statement of Purpose (600 words only - PG)

LOR

1 Letter of Recommendation for Postgraduate applications

Step two

Additional documents required

ELP Scores
School Standard Xth and XIIth mark sheets (For UG students you may submit your predicted scores)
College/University semester-wise marksheets reflecting all modules with corresponding grades
University degree certificate (Provisional Degree certificates are accepted only until 2 years after graduating)
Passport
CV (if available)
A 200-word statement telling us why you want to study a second master level programme (If applicants have a Master's Degree)
Any certificates or approvals needed from professional bodies (if your programme asks for it, e.g. for programmes such as MSc Mechanical Engineering, MSc OSPAP, MSc Health Psychology, etc)
Any other document that the admissions team might request at the time of assessment of the submitted application

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.aston.ac.uk/postgraduate/how-to-apply

Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at
Aston University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#44	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2026
#48	University The Guardian, 2026
#161	Europe QS, 2025

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Aston University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

54% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Academically oriented

Fun loving

Multi-dimensional

Internships3.1

Part time work3.6

Post study jobs3.4

Quality of faculty4.2

Student Life4.3

Value for money3.7

Public transportation4.6

Safety3.9

Indian Food4.1

Permanent Immigration3.5

Anonymous

MSc Strategic Marketing Management - Batch of 2025

Offered by Aston University

There are no career fairs and job opportunities.

Tips: I can see many changes in myself after joining Aston University. I have improved a lot, my confidence has improved, my conversation skills and, of course, academically, I've learned a lot. I received a January intake scholarship that was £45000. I am satisfied with my university.

Likes (Public transportation): Aston University's Birmingham campus is well-connected to the city, as it's located in the city centre. This makes it easy to access restaurants, shopping malls, stores, and places to hang out. Cabs, buses, and trains are readily available, and the public transportation system is similar to other UK cities.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The university provides minimal CV assistance. There are no career fairs, and job opportunities seem more abundant for Bachelor's graduates than for Master's students. Furthermore, sponsored jobs are scarce.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1050

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025Read more

Charumathi Kasirajan Verified Icon

MSc Business Analytics - Batch of 2025

Offered by Aston University

4.3

Happy, peaceful and interactive.

Tips: I had a lot of opportunities to work with people from different courses at Aston University. They provide scholarships, and I got about 4,500 for having over 85% in my undergraduate degree. I am very satisfied with my overall experience at the university. It has been a great educational experience. I also appreciate that the courses are offered in the country where the university is located.

Dislikes (Part time work): Getting a part-time job is becoming very difficult due to the increase in students coming abroad. If you get your assignments done on time or before, a part-time job is manageable. However, the payout is currently at the minimum of 12.21, which is the minimum basic pay per the government.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc Business Analytics - Batch of 2023

Offered by Aston University

2.8

Totally a new kind of experience.

Tips: I didn't get scholarship, and the transition was difficult at the start but making more and more friends helped me through the college experience, and assignments as well. It is a good course, but I didn't learn any practical skill required for the jobs.

Likes (Student Life): Food options are good, and library and study area are also nice. There is a good option to network with friends. Clubs are there in the university and around the university. We can have a good time with our friends and, also events are always going on at the Aston portals.

Dislikes (Internships): No Internship opportunities are there. Overall, the university has a placement department which helps with resume writing, but they don't help us to get job or internship. We have to do research and apply on our own to get an internship, which is very difficult nowadays.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1375

Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 32000

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024Read more

Anonymous

MSc Data Analytics (including Professional Practice) - Batch of 2023

Offered by Aston University

4.4

Student life is amazing. People are understanding and supportive.

Tips: I had a big transition when I moved to the UK, and I became a lot more independent. I learned to live my life strongly. Here, there's room to follow our own culture, but we should also keep in mind that we're in the UK now. We should respect British culture. It's not fair to bring our cultural and religious practices from our home countries and make people uncomfortable. But of course, we can still practice our beliefs as long as we're not imposing them on others. I did receive a 2000-pound scholarship based on my academic background. The university life was so good. It has plenty of events and extracurricular activities, and the students' union during my time was amazing. I took data analytics, which was a really good course. A few months after I graduated, I found a job in that field. Overall, I am highly satisfied with the course, university and the country.

Likes (Public transportation): The university is in the city centre, and there is access to all kinds of transportation within walking distance. Also, buses give special discounts for students, and that is a great thing while we are in university, so we can save some money. In addition, some buses come as frequently as every five minutes, so it's safe as well.

Dislikes (Internships): Internship opportunities are there, but we have to take the initiative to find them. The university won’t hand you an internship. When you begin at the university, there are a lot of career fairs and career support teams. If you use these resources wisely, you’ve got a good shot at getting an internship.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 750

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc Strategic Marketing Management - Batch of 2024

Offered by Aston University

3.1

The UK currently offers very limited skilled worker visa options for marketing roles.

Tips: Cultural shifts should ideally occur in a foreign land. They were a valuable learning experience, but the university clubs made the adaptation process easier. I secured a part-time job as a Marketing specialist with the assistance of my subject mentor, which paid me the minimum hourly rate. I had higher expectations for my course in terms of academics. While it undoubtedly provided me with theoretical knowledge, it failed to prepare me adequately for the UK job market. The UK job market was relatively stagnant, making it challenging for international students to find jobs during the course and even after graduation. Consequently, we faced financial difficulties due to the high cost of living.

Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation system in this city has great connectivity, whether it’s buses or trains. Once you get the hang of using the apps, it becomes very convenient. The public transport is fairly affordable. There are discounts and cards available for students discount and other types of discounts.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The UK currently offers very limited skilled worker visa options for marketing roles. Pursuing a work visa through study routes is not only extremely costly but also comes with no job guarantee after graduation. I would never consider permanent immigration to the UK, given its current growth rate and job market. I prefer to grow, learn, and build experience in India.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26600

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025Read more

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Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip
at
Aston University
Highlights

Postgraduate Diploma for Overseas Pharmacists (OSPAP) PgDip is an intensive course that lasts for 9 months. It has been designed for students who have qualified in a non-EU country to receive the appropriate education and training to prepare them for entry into Foundation training and UK practice
During the course, studnets will receive the key theoretical and practical training in topics essential for a career in pharmacy in the UK
Students will learn the newest developments in key pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, and pharmacy practice, together with the study of health service delivery, and UK pharmacy law and ethics