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BSc (Hons) Clinical Practice for Pharmacy Technicians at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This brand-new course will bridge the knowledge gap identified by practising pharmacy technicians, increasing your practice scope and contribution to the provision of patient centred pharmaceutical care and clinical pharmacy. This degree qualification will provide advanced knowledge across the four pillars of practice of the new post-registration pharmacy workforce development framework. The course will have a comprehensive, professionally relevant and clinical oriented curriculum that will acknowledge the diverse clinical skill set required to be a successful and competent clinical pharmacy technician.

Faculty: School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health  |  Duration: 2-3 years dependant on stage of entry full-time (online learning)  |  Study mode: full-time (online learning)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

This a top-up degree can be started in year 2 or year 3 following completion of other college courses. The emphasis is on foundational pharmaceutical sciences relevant to clinical practice. This includes an understanding of pharmaceuticals that covers the drug journey from discovery to medicine design and use.

Career pathways

With the BSc qualification, Pharmacy technicians will be educated to the SCQF Level 9 (~Skills for Health level 5) and have the potential to competently undertake expanded clinical roles. With the BSc (Hons) qualification, Pharmacy technicians will be educated to the SCQF Level 10 (~Skills for Health level 6) and have the potential to progress to specialist and leadership roles.

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Entry requirements

Year 2 Entry A qualification at SCQF level 7 such as the Diploma Pharmacy Services SCQF level 7 (GR2H 47) or equivalent. Work experience is considered on a case-by-case basis by an Academic Team Member. The GPhC also has a work-based experience requirement of a minimum of 14 hours per week over a two-year period. Minimum 2-years post GPhC registration or equivalent. Applicants must be practising pharmacy technicians. Year 3 Entry A qualification at SCQF level 8 such as the Scottish Vocational Qualification, SVQ, in Pharmacy Services at SCQF level 8 (GR2C 24) or equivalent. Work experience is considered on a case-by-case basis by an Academic Team Member. The GPhC also has a work-based experience requirement of a minimum of 14 hours per week over a two-year period. Minimum 2-years post GPhC registration or equivalent. Applicants must be practising pharmacy technicians. GPhC Fitness to Practise requirements The GPhC has Fitness to Practise requirements for pharmacy technicians that will apply to GPhC registered candidates. Offers of a place on the Pharmacy Technician course are subject to compliance with these standards and a satisfactory Good Health and Good Character declaration. Alternative Qualifications Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. The University's requirements in respect of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) are contained in Academic Regulation A2: Admission , though further specific information may be sought from the Course Leader. There are a broad range of entry qualifications recognised for pharmacy technician registration by the GPhC or equivalent, which may also be accepted by RGU.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time online, over 3 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,550 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time online, over 3 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2-3 years dependant on stage of entry full-time (online learning)

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