Overview
There are two intakes a year for this programme – January/February and September/October. The closing date for applications for our next intake is 4th January 2022, at 4pm.
The programme consists of clinical and practice modules with real life application. The course requires minimal attendance using blended learning to meet the individual needs of students.
DMU values the student experience and prides itself on the support it offers to postgraduate students. The course aims to further develop your approach to patient care and enhance your employability skills, creating confident pharmacists, equipped with the knowledge and skills required to deliver high quality patient care.
The programme continually evolves to meet the needs of a profession which is constantly changing and aims to instil a commitment to life-long learning by advancing your learning skills.
Key features
- The course aims to further develop your knowledge, skills and attributes, in line with the requirements of clinical pharmacy practice.
- Blended learning approach with minimal on campus learning so you can study alongside your day job.
- You will be supported on your postgraduate journey with a highly motivated and experienced team.
- Network with and study alongside pharmacists working in a wide variety of clinical environments.
- Develop your critical thinking and research skills to deliver high quality patient care.
Students can achieve, depending on their module choice:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy (60 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy with Independent Prescribing (60 credits)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy with Independent Prescribing (120 credits)
- Masters in Clinical Pharmacy (180 credits)
- Masters in Clinical Pharmacy with Independent Prescribing (180 credits)
Reasons to study Clinical Pharmacy at DMU:
- The course continually evolves to meet the needs of a profession which is constantly changing
- The course aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent clinical pharmacists
- The course aims to instil a commitment to life-long learning by enhancing and developing your learning skills
- You will be supported on your postgraduate journey with a highly motivated and experienced team
Students can achieve, depending on their duration of study and module choice:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy with Independent Prescribing
- Masters in Clinical Pharmacy
Structure and assessment
Course structure
Course Structure
Certificate Year – All Core Modules
- Practice Foundations, 15 credits (nine months, studied across the whole of the certificate year)
- Clinical Foundations, 15 credits (three months)
- Clinical Practice 1, 15 credits (three months)
- Clinical Practice 2, 15 credits (three months)
Students leaving after year one will receive a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy
Diploma Year – Core Module (All students will study this module)
- Clinical Practice 3, 15 credits (three months)
Diploma Year – Optional Route One
- Public Health, 15 credits (three months)
- Quality improvement (previously known as Service Evaluation), 15 credits (three months)
- Practice Development, 15 credits (nine months, studied across the whole of the diploma year)
Students studying this route will receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy.
Diploma Year – Optional Route Two
- Research Methods*, 30 credits (three months)
- Public Health, 15 credits (three months)
Students studying this route will receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy.
Diploma Year – Optional Route Three
- Independent Prescribing*, 45 credits (six months) – Clinical Pharmacy PG Dip
Please note that the independent prescribing module has a separate entry criteria and admissions process.
Students studying this route will receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy with Independent Prescribing.
Masters Year
- Research Project, 60 credits (14 months) – Clinical Pharmacy MSc
Students who wish to study the Masters Year need to study optional route two during their diploma year.
*Neither the Independent Prescribing module or Research Methods module are eligible for funding under the Pharmacy Integration Fund
Facilities and features
Health and Life Sciences facilities
Investment of £12 million in Health and Life Sciences has developed our first-class teaching and learning facilities to help you develop your practical experience and theoretical knowledge beyond the classroom.
The 19th century Hawthorn Building has facilities designed to replicate current practice in health and life sciences, including contemporary analytical chemistry and formulation laboratories, audiology booths and nursing and midwifery clinical skills suites.
Purpose-built clinical skills areas allow you to apply theory to practice in a safe environment. You will receive guidance and support from staff, to ensure that your practical ability in the clinical skills suites is accurate.
Library services
The main Kimberlin Library is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year (other than in exceptional circumstances) and offers a huge range of online resources, all of which can be remotely accessed from anywhere you choose.
The library is run by dedicated staff who offer additional support to students, including help with academic writing, research strategies, literature searching and reference management and assistive technology, and mathematical skills for non-maths students. There is also a Just Ask service for help and advice, available via email or telephone.
Learning zones
Our Learning Zones and the The Greenhouse also provide space for group or individual work and study.
There are 1,600 study places across all library locations, more than 700 computer stations, laptops to borrow, free wi-fi and desktop power outlets.
You can also book rooms with plasma screens, laptops and DVD facilities for group work and presentations, secure an individual study room with adjustable lighting or make use of our assistive technology.
Opportunities and careers
Scholarships
As part of the university’s commitment to enhancing the personal and career development of our graduates. We offer an Alumni scholarship programme. For more information visit Health and Life Sciences Alumni Scholarships.
Graduate careers
The specialist and learning skills you acquire are highly sought after in many different sectors of practice. Having an MSc is recognised by many employers as a stepping stone in career progression.
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