Recent graduates from the Faculty of Pharmacy at the Future University of Egypt applying for a Masters by Research program in the School of Pharmacy at UCC will be able to avail of the EU fee rate.A Masters by Research degree is a supervised research program that lasts for a minimum of one year (full-time). Students must undertake research equivalent to 90 ECTS credits, and they must then submit a thesis that will be reviewed by both internal and external examiners.Guide to Pursuing a Masters by Research (MSc) at UCCMasters by ResearchA Masters by Research degree is a supervised research programme that one year full-time that lasts a minimum of one year. Students must undertake research equivalent to 90 ECTS credits and at the end of this time must produce a thesis that will be examined by internal and external examiners.Students also have the option of participating in training modules to improve their research and other transferable skills. Details of available training modules are shown here.Before applying for a Masters by Research in the School of Pharmacy, a prospective student should contact the Head of School to indicate their interest and agree on the most appropriate supervisor for the student’s Masters research programme. A student may have more than supervisor, where it is deemed appropriate but at least one of the supervisors should be from the School of Pharmacy.Choosing a research topicAn important decision to consider is the topic of the Master research programme. At the School of Pharmacy our staff engage in research in a wide range of research topics. It would be recommended to view the School of Pharmacy Staff Research Interests page.Prerequisites for applicationThere are two eligibility criteria for application for a Masters by Research in the School of Pharmacy. Students must demonstrate a proficient level of English and must have obtained a high mark in their undergraduate Pharmacy degree:Minimum English proficiency levelIELTS: 6.5 with 6.0 in individual skills in the academic version of the examCambridge Exams: An overall score of 176 with no less than 169 in any element of the ‘B1 First’, ‘C1 Advanced’, or ‘C2 Proficiency’ examsRequirements for other English language exams are available here.Minimum undergraduate Pharmacy degree mark: CGPA 2.8 out of 4Cost of Masters ProgrammeThe typical fee for students from outside of the European Union for a one year Masters by Research is €11,600, however due to the long, positive, and ongoing relationship with the Faculty of Pharmacy at the Future University of Egypt, recent graduates applying for a Masters by Research programme in the School of Pharmacy will be able to avail of the EU fee rate of €4,855.Expected costs of living in IrelandIreland is an expensive country compared with Egypt so it is important to consider living expenses when budgeting for undertaking a Masters in research. The following are examples of costs but the actual level will vary higher or lower.Categories of costs to be considered:Rent: €450-600 per month for a single room in a private accommodationUtility bills: €65 per month for a student in a shared accommodation. This usually includes electricity, gas, rubbish collection, and internet access.Food: €200 per monthIf you are interested in pursuing a Masters in research in University College Cork, then please register your interest by emailing Dr. Kevin Murphy ([email protected]) or Prof. Brendan Griffin ([email protected]).

The University of Cork, ranked 50 in the world, awards a joint agreement with the Faculty of Pharmacy at Future University in Egypt (FUE)Future University in Egypt (FUE), under the patronage of Dr. Khaled Azazy, Chairman of the University’s Board of Trustees and the first founder, continues its excellence in educational leadership in accordance with European and international standards in various disciplines, including clinical pharmacy, to prepare graduates of the highest level.The university was able to sign an agreement with the Irish University of Cork, which is ranked 50th in the world, to grant a joint certificate with European and international standards in the pharmacy and clinical pharmacy programs. Cork with a 55% discount with priority registration in all programs and certificates at the University of Cork.The university president, Dr. Ebada Sarhan, confirmed that the faculty of Pharmacy is accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities to grant bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees in pharmacy and clinical pharmacy program. The medical teams participate in writing the most appropriate medication for each patient individually in all departments of hospitals and medical institutions in the areas of primary health care, intensive care, dialysis units, oncology, anesthesia, reception and operating rooms. UCC.The faculty of Pharmacy awards a university degree with the highest European standards.The faculty of Pharmacy also provides the latest methods of clinical pharmacy education, including experimental education between the university and hospitals, and interdisciplinary education with various medical professions.The faculty of Pharmacy at FUE is accredited by the National Authority for Quality of Education (NAQAAE) for two consecutive terms, and it is the largest educational quality authority in Egypt. The faculty has its own training pharmaceutical factory equipped with the latest equipment to ensure the scientific and practical quality of the graduates, in cooperation with major international companies.The faculty is equipped with a research center designed at the highest level that performs drug research and development globally with Lexicomp before being distributed. The college includes distinguished elite faculty members and the supporting staff from the most prominent academics in the world of the drug industry. The faculty will soon obtain the quality of American pharmaceutical education, the ACPE certificate.