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PG Cert General Practice Nursing at University of Derby

University of Derby, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in General Practice Nursing (GPN) is a flexible professional programme designed for Registered Nurses who are considering or are new to a career in General Practice. Delivered 100% online, this programme recognises the realities of working within Primary Care.

Faculty: College of Health and Humanities  |  Department: Nursing  |  Duration: Part-time: 1 year  |  Study mode: online (part-time)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Postgraduate Certificate core modules: Foundations of General Practice Nursing, Long-term condition management.

Career pathways

Successful completion of the Postgraduate Certificate in General Practice Nursing enhances your employability within Primary Care and beyond. The programme develops your confidence in autonomous practice, preparing you to contribute effectively to independent clinics, population health management, health screening and illness prevention.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are welcomed from practitioners who meet the following criteria: Registered Nurse with professional registration capable of safe and effective practice at an appropriate level of proficiency. Registration must be with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK) or an equivalent professional, statutory or regulatory body in your country; A Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree or Diploma / Advanced Diploma with evidence of additional level 6 (Undergraduate) study within the past five years; Applicants (Registered Nurses) without a current Bachelor of Science degree may gain entry through completion of our BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (top-up) degree .; English language qualifications; If English is not your first language, or you have not successfully completed your highest level of qualification in English, you will need an English language qualification equivalent to a minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) average score of 6.5 in all areas.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,240 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

International applicants: GBP 3,240 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

Intake: September

Duration: Part-time: 1 year

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