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Thu 16th July 2026
The PDA
In this member voice article, Hasmath Montgomery, an MPharm student at King’s College London and former NHS employee, reflects on the financial challenges facing pharmacy students. Drawing on their own experience as a mature student, they explore the barriers created by gaps in funding support, the impact this has on those pursuing a career in pharmacy, and why investing in future pharmacists is essential to strengthening the NHS workforce.
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Wed 15th July 2026
The PDA
Stepping into your first professional role after studying pharmacy is an exciting milestone, filled with new experiences and opportunities. We’re here to help you feel informed, confident, and supported as you take this important next step.
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Thu 9th July 2026
The PDA
In this edition, read about the leadership journey from a two time award winning pharmacy student. Here you can access two guides specifically designed to help students set smart goals and support them on their placements. Finally, learn more about the PDA's EDI Networks Conference 2026 and one students experience of the event.
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Wed 1st July 2026
The PDA
In this Member Voice article, pharmacy student Ruby Howarth, reflects on her experience of attending the PDA Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Conference 2026 as a virtual participant. Ruby discusses how the event strengthened her confidence and provided valuable insights into equality, diversity and inclusion developments across the pharmacy profession.
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Thu 25th June 2026
The PDA
Many pharmacy students report that setting goals during their MPharm degree can feel challenging, and at times may lead to unrealistic expectations. In response, the PDA has developed a practical guide to support students in setting effective goals and understanding how to achieve them.
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Mon 25th May 2026
The PDA
Pharmacy students have made it clear that they need clearer guidance when preparing for placements. In response, the PDA has developed a practical guide to support students as they step into the workplace for the first time.
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Tue 19th May 2026
The PDA
In this member voice article, Fatema Mohammad, PDA Student Rep and two-time Student Leadership Award winner for Northern Ireland, reflects on how receiving the award twice has highlighted the value of consistency, resilience, and meaningful impact. Here she explores how leadership is rooted in people, purpose, and the confidence to make a difference.
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Fri 24th April 2026
The PDA
The PDA’s Fair Funding campaign has taken an important step forward with the re-launch of the ‘Write to Your MP’ tool. This makes it easier than ever for pharmacy students, trainees and qualified pharmacists to make their voices heard on the unfair funding provision for MPharm students in England.
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Mon 23rd March 2026
The PDA
Read the PDA Student Insight magazine today!
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