Our Pharmacy Practice programme

This workplace-based programme is aligned with the Royal College of Pharmacy's (RCPharm) Post-registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum.

It provides a structured pathway for pharmacists to develop the core knowledge, skills and behaviours they require to respond to the evolving needs of modern healthcare.

Designed for registered early career pharmacists, those returning to practice, and pharmacists transitioning into a new sector, the programme enables you to build clinical expertise while developing the confidence to deliver high-quality, patient-centred pharmaceutical care.

Whether you are expanding your scope of practice, preparing for new responsibilities, or looking to accelerate your career progression, this programme provides the foundation for lifelong professional development.


Programme requirements

Applicants must be registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and working as a pharmacist in primary or secondary care at an approved training centre. There is also a programme requirement to have an educational supervisor to support the workplace-based assessments and portfolio requirements of the course.

Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice

The Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice comprises three 20-credit modules, typically completed over 12 months.

It takes a blended approach to learning, combining workplace-based learning with a mix of online and face-to-face workshops held every four weeks.

The learning outcomes align with domains 1 and 2 of the RCPharm Post-registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum. The main intake is in January each year, with additional entry points available in May and September.

Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Practice

Entry to the Diploma is available on successful completion of the Postgraduate Certificate.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Practice comprises three 20-credit modules which can be completed over 12 months. It is delivered through a blended learning approach, combining workplace-based learning with regular online and face-to-face workshops.

The curriculum focuses on domains 3 to 5 of the RCPharm Post-registration Foundation Pharmacist Curriculum. The main intake is in January each year, with additional entry points available in May and September.


Professional practice portfolio

As part of the programme, you will build a professional practice portfolio that will become a lasting resource after graduation.

Designed to showcase your achievements and ongoing development, the portfolio can be continually expanded throughout your career, helping you evidence your expertise and support your future learning.

Our research

97% of our research is of international standing (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy).

Our staff

Meet our teaching and academic staff, and find out who might be teaching you on our various courses.

Stories

Find out more from our students and staff about what it's like to study and work in the University of Reading School of Pharmacy.