PGDip Medicines Optimisation at University of Kent

Programme overview

Part-time, online postgraduate diploma focused on how medicines are used by patients and the NHS, with the patient as the primary focus of interventions. It develops skills in planning clinical and cost-effective medicines use.

Department: Medway School of Pharmacy | Duration: 1 to 6 years part-time, flexible learning | Intake: Flexible | Study mode: part-time; distance learning (Medway) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Diploma level is 60 credits: two 10-credit core courses plus 40 credits from a list of options. Online delivery of taught modules and downloadable study material, with workplace-linked portfolio activities and learning activities based on patient case studies. Assessment includes case study analysis, critical appraisal of the literature, written assignments, service specifications and narratives linking evidence with practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject from an EU university; equivalent qualifications from a non-EU university may be acceptable subject to individual assessment; or at least five years of working experience in health care after obtaining a relevant professional qualification. Applicants must be registered with the relevant UK professional body and practising in the UK, preferably within the NHS. English language (international applicants): Good level (CEFR B2), for example IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component or PTE Academic 63 with at least 59 in each sub-test; a UK degree or a degree from a majority English-speaking country is also accepted.

Intake: Flexible

Duration: 1 to 6 years part-time, flexible learning

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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