Entry requirements

Applicants must be pharmacists, nurses or allied health professionals (AHPs) registered with the relevant UK professional body and working in the NHS or similar UK-based health system providing direct patient care.

They must have a first degree in a relevant subject from an EU university. Equivalent qualifications from a non-EU university may be acceptable, but this will be assessed on an individual basis.

Students must have direct access to patients in order to complete the assignments in many of the courses.

For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.

You can also read our admissions policy.

Further information about entry

Any offer will be subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and relevant health checks.

Months of entry

January, April, September

Course content

Get the skills you need to contribute effectively to medicines management and drug therapy decisions with a Master’s in Medicines Optimisation by distance learning.

Medicines optimisation covers the processes and behaviours that determine how medicines are used by patients and the NHS. Effective medicines optimisation places the patient at the centre and acts as a key driver for NHS modernisation in the UK.

Whether you work in primary or secondary care, a GP surgery, a community pharmacy or for a hospital trust, this course provides a full understanding of medicines optimisation in the NHS. Explore how optimisation contributes to getting the maximum benefits for patients and the best value for money.

Study this course by distance learning and choose from a wide range of options to suit the focus of your clinical practice.

Information for international students

Please visit our website for more information for international students.

Fees and funding

Please visit our website for funding information.

Please visit the course page on our website for fees information specific to this course.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

PGCert
flexible
12-24 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
PGDip
flexible
12-48 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
MSc
flexible
12-72 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name: Course Enquiry

Phone: 020 8331 9000

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Medicines Optimisation