PGCert Work-Based Learning at University of Reading

Programme overview

A 20-credit level 7 module for working healthcare professionals to underpin workplace-based learning with a professional portfolio of evidence that can be mapped to a competency framework.

Department: School of Pharmacy | Duration: Part time: 3 months | Intake: Usually September, February and May | Study mode: part-time | Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A portfolio based largely on day-to-day workplace learning, with a significant workplace-based component at an approved workplace. It can be studied stand-alone or as part of the MSc Advancing Healthcare Practice.

Career pathways

Level 7 credits can be used towards the MSc in Advancing Healthcare Practice; support is offered for revalidation and credentialing requirements.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate honours degree in the first- or second-class range (or international equivalent) in a relevant healthcare subject; a current role in or linked to healthcare in the UK; evidence of ability to study at level 7; at least one year of relevant work experience or workplace support evidence. Statement of purpose, CPD programme checklist, funding or self-funding declaration; one academic and one non-academic referee; interview possible. UK applicants only.

Domestic applicants: GBP 500 for the whole programme (2026/27). Fee for the 20-credit module, stated for 2026/27 entry (2027/28 not yet available). UK applicants only. Source

Intake: Start dates: usually September, February and May

Duration: 3 months part-time

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