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Study mode

Part time

Duration

3 years

Start date

MAR-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Pharmacy

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This clinical programme in Advanced Pharmacy Practice is informed by the latest developments in primary and secondary care. You’ll learn how to meet the challenges of current and emerging practice roles across all healthcare sectors.

In Year 1, we’ll provide you with up-to-date information on clinical pharmacy, evidence-based medicine and public health.

Year 2 is flexible and you’ll be able to choose options to suit your interests. These include modules on: Integrated Care, Acute and Emergency Care, Mental Health, Leadership and Management, as well as a qualification as an Independent Prescriber.

Why study with us

  • Learn from practitioners who are experts in their field, as well as academic staff who will deliver your specialist training.
  • You’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to manage patients in different clinical areas.
  • You can qualify as an Independent Prescriber within our programme.

Learning and assessment

Our course is delivered through blended learning, using a variety of methods and online platforms supplemented with face-to-face delivery on our campus.

Where face-to-face sessions are scheduled, active learning strategies will be used wherever possible. Generally, each module will be supported by a minimum of a one-day face-to-face masterclass, with the exception of the research project module and the independent prescribing module. Students can also exit with PGDip awards.

Modules

You'll demonstrate your skills in finding literature and critically evaluating the evidence. You'll be encouraged to consider the meaning and reality of evidence based medicine. You'll also explore the political and social influences on medicine choices.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£3,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

Postgraduate taught full time fee £16,900 per year and it is a guide for part time students.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have a Pharmacy degree and be currently registered as a Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applicants must be working in or able to access a practice environment that will enable them to meet and achieve the course learning outcomes.

University information

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate learning today. The University’s main campus is located in Preston, Lancashire – a small yet thriving city which was recently named the best city in the north west of England to live and work (Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Index, 2022). The university has a student and staff community of around 38,000 people...more

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