Honours Degree | Hold an undergraduate degree in their area of clinical practice which has enabled them to register with the relevant professional governing body for their profession |
Employment Status | have up-to-date clinical, pharmacological knowledge relevant to the area of prescribing be able to demonstrate support from their employer/sponsor/designated clinical assessor be professionally practising in an environment where there is an identified need for the individual to regularly prescribe |
Professional Status | have the required relevant post-qualification experience as set by your professional governing body be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (nurses and midwives), or the General Pharmaceutical Council (pharmacists), or the Health and Care Professions Council (relevant allied health professionals) |
DBS Check | A DBS Check is required |
Non-Medical Prescribing
We offer a Non-Medical Prescribing course which employs a learning approach that is perfect for the busy healthcare professionals of today.
We aim to ensure that the course delivers outcomes which meet the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Competency Framework for all Prescribers (2021) adopted by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
The academic course team is multi-professional and made up of NMC, HCPC and GPhC registrants, some of whom are lecturer practitioners which adds to the clinical currency of the Non-Medical Prescribing course at the University of Chester.
Key to our learning approach is the University’s excellent library and IT facilities – you’ll be able to access the learning materials provided in an electronic format at places and times that fit around your work and lifestyle.
What You'll Study
This 40-credit course consists of one 40-credit module. The programme employs shared learning by nurses (Level 1), midwives, pharmacists, and allied health professionals (currently physiotherapists, radiographers, podiatrists, paramedics and dieticians). The content follows the curriculum recommendations of all three professional bodies and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society Competency Framework for all Prescribers (2021).
The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the course that will take the form of either core or option modules and should be used as a guide. We review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects. If during a review process, course content is significantly changed, we will contact you to notify you of these changes if you receive an offer from us.
How we teach at the University of Chester
Students will experience a flexible blend of teaching and learning methods designed to facilitate the achievement of all learning outcomes at degree or MSc level using a student-centred approach.
The summative assessment methods are mapped against the national professional and governing bodies’ regulation and education standards and include:
- Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
- Numeracy exam
- Pharmacology exam
- Competency assessment
The required 90 clinical hours learning allows students to gain experiences from varied clinical areas.
Your Future Career
Job prospects
After successful completion of the Non-Medical Prescribing course, students should register their prescribing qualification with the NMC, HCPC or GPHC to enable them to legally prescribe within their clinical roles.
Careers service
The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.
Careers and Employability aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.
We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs .
Beyond The Classroom
On this course, you’ll spend time out on placement where you’ll apply what you have learnt to real scenarios in the workplace, giving you genuine experience and insight that will prepare you for your future career.
Entry Requirements
Fees and Funding
£2,020 (2026/27)
Guides to the fees for students who wish to commence postgraduate courses are available to view on our Postgraduate Fees page. Here you will also find information about part-time fees and project/placement year fees.
Your course will involve additional costs not covered by your tuition fees. This may include books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery and related materials, specialist clothing, travel to placements, optional field trips and software. Compulsory field trips are covered by your tuition fees.
The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.
Full details, as well as terms and conditions for all bursaries and scholarships can be found on the Fees and Finance section of our website.
Jenny Stewart
Skills and Simulation Coordinator
Veronique Oldfield
Deputy Head
Nahim Khan
Senior Lecturer