Program Overview
The Prescribing and Therapeutics at University of Portsmouth is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Prescribing and Therapeutics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Prescribing and Therapeutics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Pharmacology and therapeutics for prescribers
- Clinical skills for prescribers
- Professional aspects of prescribing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A Pharmacy degree (BSc, BPharm or MPharm) with a minimum classification\nof 2.2, registration as a practising pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical\nCouncil and two year\'s UK-based patient-facing experience post-registration.\nApplicants require the written agreement of a Designated Medical Practitioner\nto mentor them throughout the course and the support of their employing\norganisation where applicable. All shortlisted applicants are subject to\ninterview.
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 7.0 with no\ncomponent score below 7.0
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
University of Portsmouth is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months