The entry requirements for the MSc Pharmacy Practice are the following:
Applicants for the MSc in Pharmacy Practice should be registered Pharmacists in the UK with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applicants must have a practice site and work-based tutor recognised by the University of Hertfordshire (transferrable within the JPB collaborative subject to approval). Please note the minimum level criteria for those wishing to undertake the Independent Prescribing for Pharmacists module.
Anyone wanting to undertake this course must comply with the Department of Health and Social Care immunisation guidelines. This applies to all health and social care settings regulated by the Care Quality Commission and applies to all workers including students conducting placements.
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| Institution code |
H36 |
| School of study |
School of Life and Medical Sciences |
| Course length |
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| Location |
- University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
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The course has been developed in partnership with Joint Programmes Board (JPB) London, East and South East England.
About the course
The aim of the MSc Pharmacy Practice programme is to equip practitioners with the core skills and competencies they require to provide pharmaceutical and patient care in their practice setting within a multidisciplinary team.
Students undertake the certificate in year 1 with progression to the diploma in year 2 and have the option of completing the MSc in year 3. The certificate and diploma develops core clinical pharmacy and therapeutic skills with a focus on the management of patients on acute and long-term conditions and patient safety. The programme offers optional modules at the MSc level, including practice research modules and the Pharmacist Independent Prescribing module accredited by the General Pharmaceutical Council. Minimum level criteria apply for students wishing to undertake the Pharmacist Independent Prescribing optional module and additional learning outcomes apply to this module.
Students undertake work-based learning that is supported by a recognised work-based tutor and attend study days at the university of Hertfordshire.
Why choose this course?
The programme offers
- 2 year course for Diploma in Pharmacy Practice with the option of a third year for an MSc in Pharmacy Practice
- Clinical and therapeutic focused study days supported by out internationally renowned simulation suite
- Directed learning with progression to self-directed learning
- Learning and sharing of experiences with colleagues from other hospitals
- Programme linked to the Foundation Pharmacy Framework
- An opportunity for transferring credits/qualifications between universities participating within the JPB collaboration (subject to approval)
- Historically, funding has always been available from Health Education, England.
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- Level 7
| Module |
Credits |
Compulsory/optional |
| Service Review and Improvement |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Applied Therapeutics |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Professional Development in the NHS (Work Based) |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Pharmaceutical Care (Work Based) |
30 Credits |
Compulsory |
| Health Disciplines Project |
30 Credits |
Optional |
| Evidence Based Practice |
30 Credits |
Optional |
| Project (ACPP) |
60 Credits |
Optional |
| Pharmacist Independent Prescribing L7 |
30 Credits |
Optional |
Further course information
| Course fact sheets |
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| Master of Science Degree in Pharmacy Practice |
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| Master of Science Degree in Pharmacy Practice |
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| Programme specifications |
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| Master of Science Degree in Pharmacy Practice |
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| Master of Science Degree in Pharmacy Practice |
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| Additional information |
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| Sandwich placement or study abroad year |
n/a |
| Applications open to international and EU students |
Yes |
Student experience
At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible. We offer a range of support services including; student wellbeing, academic support, accommodation and childcare to ensure that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying and having fun.
Fees 2022
UK Students
Part time
- £810 per 15 credits for the 2022/2023 academic year
EU Students
Part time
- £1230 per 15 credits for the 2022/2023 academic year
International Students
Part time
- £1230 per 15 credits for the 2022/2023 academic year
*Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students.
Deadlines
15 January
