Course summary
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. What you should know about this course
- This is a flexible distance-learning course for healthcare professionals working in the UK health sector
- Students can work towards a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, or MSc
- Equip yourself to work with other healthcare professionals in primary care, particularly GPs and CCGs, while developing clinical skills in your specialist area of care.
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
PG Certificate and Diploma assessment is through work-based case studies and assignments. 5-credit courses are normally assessed by submitting case studies. Additional written work is required for 10-credit courses. You'll receive guidance on word length or any other system of marking.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a relevant subject. 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. Students will have direct access to patients in order to complete the assignments in many of the courses. Any offer will be subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and relevant health checks.
English language requirements
We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below.
https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For courses taught at the Medway School of Pharmacy please visit their postgraduate fees page: https://msp.ac.uk/postgraduate/postgraduate-fees-2023-24/
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition to University for Undergraduate students can be daunting and confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS