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6 monthsDuration
£2,020Per Year (Home)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
The Short Course Certificate Non-Medical Prescribing at University of Chester is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Chester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 6-month part-time structure. We offer a Non-Medical Prescribing course which employs a learning approach that is perfect for the busy healthcare professionals of today. We aim to ensure that the course delivers outcomes which meet the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Competency Framework for all Prescribers (2021) adopted by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). The academic course team is multi-professional and made up of NMC, HCPC and GPhC registrants, some of whom are lecturer practitioners which adds to the clinical currency of t... Home/uk fees are £2,020 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 81% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Prescribers
Pathophysiology and Clinical Assessment
Prescribing Law and Professional Governance
Medicines Management and Pharmacokinetics
Clinical Decision Making in Prescribing
Formulary Knowledge and Drug Interactions
Evidence-Based Practice and Research Methods
Professional Practice and Competency Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry Requirements Honours DegreeHold an undergraduate degree in their area of clinical practice which has enabled them to register with the relevant professional governing body for their professionEmployment Statushave up-to-date clinical, pharmacological knowledge relevant to the area of prescribing be able to demonstrate support from their employer/sponsor/designated clinical assessor be professionally practising in an environment where there is an identified need for the individual to regula |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£2,020
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
calendar_today Start Date(s) September 2026 timer Duration 6-12 months map Location Wheeler, Chester currency_pound Home Fees £2,020 (2026/27) — More on UK fees Fees and Funding£2,020per year (2026/27)Guides to the fees for students who wish to commence postgraduate courses in the academic year 2026/27 are available to view on our Postgraduate Taught Programmes Fees page.Your course will involve additional costs not covered by your tuition fees. This may include books, printing, photocopying, ed
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Chester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £28,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £27,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £31,000 | £36,000 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-06). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
79%Working
2%Studying
6%Work & Study
2%Seeking Work
92%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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