BSc (Hons) Clinical Practice for Pharmacy Technicians

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.

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. 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. If your qualification is not listed, email admissions@rgu.ac.uk with a list of your qualifications and we will review these on a case-by-case basis. English Language Requirements Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 6.0, or an equivalent. We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more: Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact admissions@rgu.ac.uk for further information.

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 6.0

International students: £18,550

UK students: £1,820 (Scotland), £9,535 (rest of UK)

UK/Home: £1,820 (Scotland), £9,535 (rest of UK)

International: £18,550

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29 January (UCAS equal consideration deadline)

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