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University of Reading: Independent Prescribing for Nurses (Levels 6 and 7)
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0118 378 5289 |
| Study type | Taught |
Graduate Certificate
Summary
Medical Prescribing programme for nurses. The programme comprises a variety of teaching and learning methods, including in-person study days, self-directed study and online learning.
You will be expected to complete a minimum of 78 hours of learning in practice. Details of our accreditation can be found on the NMC accreditation website. Since January 2020, this programme has been approved against the new NMC programme standards.
Nurses studying the programme can be assessed at either level 6 (undergraduate), leading to a Graduate Certificate, or level 7 (postgraduate), leading to a Postgraduate Certificate. Both programmes award 60 academic credits.
Upcoming cohorts enrolment options:
September 2025 course - Day: Thursdays
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Start date: 11 September 2025
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Course length: 26 weeks, including eight on-campus days
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Applications open Monday 19 May 2025 and close on Monday 14 July 2025.
January 2026 course - Day: Thursdays
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Start date: 22 January 2026
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Course length: 26 weeks, including eight on-campus days
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Applications open Monday 30 September 2025 and close on Monday 24 November 2025.
Full course structure and timetables for 2026 are available. Please email cippet@reading.ac.uk stating the month you’d like to join, and we will send you the information for the relevant intake.
Application information
Find information about how to apply online, and the required application documents, in the entry requirements section of our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses
Please note, failure to upload all of the correct documentation will lead to the application being rejected.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For full entry requirements, please visit our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Train to become an independent prescriber on our postgraduate Non-Medical Prescribing programme for nurses. The programme comprises a variety of teaching and learning methods, including in-person study days, self-directed study and online learning.
You will be expected to complete a minimum of 78 hours of learning in practice. Details of our accreditation can be found on the NMC accreditation website. Since January 2020, this programme has been approved against the new NMC programme standards.
Nurses studying the programme can be assessed at either level 6 (undergraduate), leading to a Graduate Certificate, or level 7 (postgraduate), leading to a Postgraduate Certificate. Both programmes award 60 academic credits.
Upcoming enrolment: January 2025 course
-
Start Date: 23 January 2025
-
Day on campus: Thursdays
-
Course length: 26 weeks with an option to submit the final portfolio at 30 weeks if necessary.
Applications open Friday 4 October 2024 and close on Monday 18 November 2024 at 5pm.
Full course structure and timetables for 2025 are available. Please email cippet@reading.ac.uk stating the month you’d like to join, and we will send you the information for the relevant intake.
Application information
Find information about how to apply online, and the required application documents, in the entry requirements section of our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses
Please note, failure to upload all of the correct documentation will lead to the application being rejected.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For full entry requirements, please visit our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Medical Prescribing programme for nurses. The programme comprises a variety of teaching and learning methods, including in-person study days, self-directed study and online learning.
You will be expected to complete a minimum of 78 hours of learning in practice. Details of our accreditation can be found on the NMC accreditation website. Since January 2020, this programme has been approved against the new NMC programme standards.
Nurses studying the programme can be assessed at either level 6 (undergraduate), leading to a Graduate Certificate, or level 7 (postgraduate), leading to a Postgraduate Certificate. Both programmes award 60 academic credits.
Upcoming cohorts enrolment options:
September 2025 course - Day: Thursdays
-
Start date: 11 September 2025
-
Course length: 26 weeks, including eight on-campus days
-
Applications open Monday 19 May 2025 and close on Monday 14 July 2025.
January 2026 course - Day: Thursdays
-
Start date: 22 January 2026
-
Course length: 26 weeks, including eight on-campus days
-
Applications open Monday 30 September 2025 and close on Monday 24 November 2025.
Full course structure and timetables for 2026 are available. Please email cippet@reading.ac.uk stating the month you’d like to join, and we will send you the information for the relevant intake.
Application information
Find information about how to apply online, and the required application documents, in the entry requirements section of our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses
Please note, failure to upload all of the correct documentation will lead to the application being rejected.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For full entry requirements, please visit our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 2600 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Train to become an independent prescriber on our postgraduate Non-Medical Prescribing programme for nurses. The programme comprises a variety of teaching and learning methods, including in-person study days, self-directed study and online learning.
You will be expected to complete a minimum of 78 hours of learning in practice. Details of our accreditation can be found on the NMC accreditation website. Since January 2020, this programme has been approved against the new NMC programme standards.
Nurses studying the programme can be assessed at either level 6 (undergraduate), leading to a Graduate Certificate, or level 7 (postgraduate), leading to a Postgraduate Certificate. Both programmes award 60 academic credits.
Upcoming enrolment: January 2025 course
-
Start Date: 23 January 2025
-
Day on campus: Thursdays
-
Course length: 26 weeks with an option to submit the final portfolio at 30 weeks if necessary.
Applications open Friday 4 October 2024 and close on Monday 18 November 2024 at 5pm.
Full course structure and timetables for 2025 are available. Please email cippet@reading.ac.uk stating the month you’d like to join, and we will send you the information for the relevant intake.
Application information
Find information about how to apply online, and the required application documents, in the entry requirements section of our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses
Please note, failure to upload all of the correct documentation will lead to the application being rejected.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For full entry requirements, please visit our website: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/pharmacy-pg/pgcert-independent-supplementary-prescribing-nurses |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 2400 GBP for Whole course |
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