Hi Robiul, I definately wouldn't let the 'mature' starting age put you off if pharmacy is really want you want to do. I'm a mature student myself and turned 25 during first year. Plus I'm not the only mature one on my course with our ages spanning 22 to about 40 when we started.
I admit though that it is very hard doing an undergraduate again with people much younger than me, but that said I have met some very good friends here. Also it can be hard to stay motivated and you need to ask yourself if you can honestly go through another 4 years of intense study. I know I can't wait to finish already!
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Your age is of no concern, do not worry, you will still have 40 years to slave away. It is important to make sure your decision is correct early on and you are satisfied with your choice.
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I think he hit the nail on the head. Opt for pharmacy only if you truly believe you will enjoy being a pharmacist and have done sufficient work experience, spoken to enough pharmacists etc to confirm this. Do not opt for it mainly for the job security because in my opinion that would be a mistake. Find out as much about the downsides as well as the upsides.
If after all that you believe pharmacy is for you then definately go for it
At the moment it is pretty easy to find employment after qualifying, though I'm not too sure how things will be in several years time as there are some changes instore for the profession and really I don't have the experience to understand them fully but there are some interesting threads in the General Pharmacy Topics forum with pharmacists voicing their opinions. Anyway my tip would be to study in a city/town you believe you will enjoy living in, offers what you want, and where you can establish a happy life outside of uni. I made my UCAS application late so didn't have much choice and where I have ended up is not ideal for me. It does its job but I can't wait to leave!
