DPharm (Doctorate in Pharmacy) / MSc Advanced Pharmacy Practice)

DPharm Part-time

Suitable for International Students?

Not suitable for International Students

Course Introduction

DPharm (Doctorate in Pharmacy) / MSc Advanced Pharmacy Practice

The professional doctorate in pharmacy (DPharm) is an exciting route for pharmacists working in any field to achieve a doctorate qualification by undertaking advanced study in pharmacy practice. 

The course is undertaken part-time whilst you continue to work in your chosen field of pharmacy practice. The DPharm course is offered in two Stages: Stage 1 consists of a taught programme, and Stage 2 involves a research project.

Along with the taught elements of Stage 1 you will be developing the depth and breadth of knowledge in your particular area of practice and in doing so, will add considerably to the value of the role you hold in your current employment.

Stage 1 successfully undertaken on its own will lead to the award of MSc in Advanced Pharmacy Practice. If you wish to study for the DPharm you will be required to successfully complete both Stages 1 and 2.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: All Modules are Core

540 Credits in total

Stage 1 (180 Credits)

Study Period 1 - 70 Credits:

• Practice Unit 1 (30 Credits)
• Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (20 Credits)
• Quantitative Research: Statistical Data Analysis (20 Credits)

Study Period 2 - 80 Credits:

• Practice Unit 2 (30 Credits)
• Professional Leadership in Pharmacy (30 Credits)
• Qualitative Research: Methods and Skills (20 Credits)

Study Period 3 - 30 Credits:

• Practice Unit 3 (30 Credits)

Stage 2 (360 Credits)

Study Period 4 - 30 Credits:

• Research Proposal (30 Credits)

Study Period 4 & 5:

• Doctoral Research Thesis (330 Credits)

MSc Advanced Pharmacy Practice Part-time

Suitable for International Students?

Not suitable for International Students

Course Introduction

DPharm (Doctorate in Pharmacy) / MSc Advanced Pharmacy Practice

The professional doctorate in pharmacy (DPharm) is an exciting route for pharmacists working in any field to achieve a doctorate qualification by undertaking advanced study in pharmacy practice. 

The course is undertaken part-time whilst you continue to work in your chosen field of pharmacy practice. The DPharm course is offered in two Stages: Stage 1 consists of a taught programme, and Stage 2 involves a research project.

Along with the taught elements of Stage 1 you will be developing the depth and breadth of knowledge in your particular area of practice and in doing so, will add considerably to the value of the role you hold in your current employment.

Stage 1 successfully undertaken on its own will lead to the award of MSc in Advanced Pharmacy Practice. If you wish to study for the DPharm you will be required to successfully complete both Stages 1 and 2.

Course Syllabus

Modules 2011/12: All Modules are Core

Study Period 1 (70 Credits - 3 Modules):

• Practice Unit 1 (30 Credits)
• Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (20 Credits)
• Quantitative Research: Statistical Data Analysis (20 Credits)

Study Period 2 (80 Credits - 3 Modules):

• Practice Unit 2 (30 Credits)
• Professional Leadership in Pharmacy (30 Credits)
• Qualitative Research: Methods and Skills (20 Credits)

Study Period 3 (30 Credits - 1 Module):

• Practice Unit 3 (30 Credits)