Applied Clinical Practice in the Community Pharmacy (MSc, 3 Semesters) - E-Learning/Distance Learning (Online) 18 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Nicosia |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The MSc in Applied Clinical Practice in the Community Pharmacy (ACPCP) is an international postgraduate programme tailored to pharmacists who wish to lead and innovate within the evolving role of the community pharmacy. The programme targets MPharm/BPharm graduates and professionals working in or aspiring to work in community pharmacy settings—including early-career pharmacists, pharmacy employees, and pharmacy owners.

This Master’s programme focuses on providing the clinical, communication, public health, managerial, and research skills necessary to transform the traditional role of pharmacists into a more patient-centred, service-based profession. Graduates will be able to deliver pharmacy-led health promotion and disease prevention services, manage chronic and minor conditions, and optimise medication use—all within a community setting.

The MSc is aligned with the objectives of the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) and the latest developments in pharmacy-led primary care, preparing graduates to respond to current and future health challenges and become leaders in the delivery of clinical pharmacy services at the community level.

Programme Objectives

The MSc programme aims to provide a deep and practical understanding of clinical pharmacy in the community context, equipping pharmacists with the competencies to:

  • Deliver high-quality pharmaceutical and clinical services to patients and the public.
  • Enhance the effectiveness, safety, and quality of pharmacotherapy.
  • Promote health and prevent disease through proactive pharmacy-led interventions.
  • Provide evidence-based, guideline-driven clinical services for acute and chronic conditions.
  • Foster collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals.
  • Manage community pharmacy operations and participate in professional pharmacy organisations.
  • Integrate new digital health technologies and innovations into pharmacy practice.
  • Conduct independent research and contribute to academic and professional literature.


Key study areas include:
  • Primary healthcare and public health in pharmacy
  • Communication, behavioural and educational sciences
  • Minor ailments and chronic disease management
  • Preventive services (e.g. vaccination, screening, smoking cessation)
  • Pharmacy-led service design and delivery
  • Pharmacy management and leadership
  • Applied research methods and health service evaluation
  • Digital health, mHealth, and telepharmacy applications


Career Prospects

Graduates of the programme will be prepared for a wide range of clinical, managerial, and leadership roles within community pharmacy and related healthcare sectors, such as:

  • Clinical Pharmacist in Community Pharmacy/Hospital Pharmacy
  • Health Promotion and Preventive Services Lead
  • Pharmacy Owner/Manager with Clinical Service Expertise
  • Consultant in Community Pharmacy Innovation/Ministry of Health
  • Interprofessional Care Coordinator
  • Public Health Pharmacist
  • Researcher in Pharmacy Practice

This MSc also provides a solid foundation for doctoral studies (PhD) in pharmacy practice including clinical pharmacy, pharmacy services research, pharmaceutical care, social pharmacy, medicines optimisation,  public health or pharmacoepidemiology.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates are eligible to pursue doctoral (PhD or other third cycle) degrees in fields such as:
  • Pharmacy Practice
  • Health Services Research
  • Pharmaceutical Care
  • Social and Administrative Pharmacy
  • Public Health
  • Interprofessional Education
  • Clinical Pharmacy

Programme overview

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The MSc in Applied Clinical Practice in the Community Pharmacy (ACPCP) is an international postgraduate programme tailored to pharmacists who wish to lead and innovate within the evolving role of the community pharmacy. The programme targets MPharm/BPharm graduates and professionals working in or aspiring to work in community pharmacy settings—including early-career pharmacists, pharmacy employees, and pharmacy owners.

This Master’s programme focuses on providing the clinical, communication, public health, managerial, and research skills necessary to transform the traditional role of pharmacists into a more patient-centred, service-based profession. Graduates will be able to deliver pharmacy-led health promotion and disease prevention services, manage chronic and minor conditions, and optimise medication use—all within a community setting.

The MSc is aligned with the objectives of the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) and the latest developments in pharmacy-led primary care, preparing graduates to respond to current and future health challenges and become leaders in the delivery of clinical pharmacy services at the community level.

Programme Objectives

The MSc programme aims to provide a deep and practical understanding of clinical pharmacy in the community context, equipping pharmacists with the competencies to:

  • Deliver high-quality pharmaceutical and clinical services to patients and the public.
  • Enhance the effectiveness, safety, and quality of pharmacotherapy.
  • Promote health and prevent disease through proactive pharmacy-led interventions.
  • Provide evidence-based, guideline-driven clinical services for acute and chronic conditions.
  • Foster collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals.
  • Manage community pharmacy operations and participate in professional pharmacy organisations.
  • Integrate new digital health technologies and innovations into pharmacy practice.
  • Conduct independent research and contribute to academic and professional literature.


Key study areas include:
  • Primary healthcare and public health in pharmacy
  • Communication, behavioural and educational sciences
  • Minor ailments and chronic disease management
  • Preventive services (e.g. vaccination, screening, smoking cessation)
  • Pharmacy-led service design and delivery
  • Pharmacy management and leadership
  • Applied research methods and health service evaluation
  • Digital health, mHealth, and telepharmacy applications


Career Prospects

Graduates of the programme will be prepared for a wide range of clinical, managerial, and leadership roles within community pharmacy and related healthcare sectors, such as:

  • Clinical Pharmacist in Community Pharmacy/Hospital Pharmacy
  • Health Promotion and Preventive Services Lead
  • Pharmacy Owner/Manager with Clinical Service Expertise
  • Consultant in Community Pharmacy Innovation/Ministry of Health
  • Interprofessional Care Coordinator
  • Public Health Pharmacist
  • Researcher in Pharmacy Practice

This MSc also provides a solid foundation for doctoral studies (PhD) in pharmacy practice including clinical pharmacy, pharmacy services research, pharmaceutical care, social pharmacy, medicines optimisation,  public health or pharmacoepidemiology.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates are eligible to pursue doctoral (PhD or other third cycle) degrees in fields such as:
  • Pharmacy Practice
  • Health Services Research
  • Pharmaceutical Care
  • Social and Administrative Pharmacy
  • Public Health
  • Interprofessional Education
  • Clinical Pharmacy

Admission Requirements

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6.5+
Minimum requirements include:
A Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (BPharm/MPharm) from an accredited institution Official academic transcripts Curriculum Vitae (CV) A personal statement (approx. 1 page) of goals and interests Two recommendation letters (one academic preferred) Documentation of prior community pharmacy experience (if applicable) Supporting materials (e.g. publications, awards) English Language Proficiency: Required for students whose undergraduate degree was not taught in English. Accepted scores:
TOEFL: ≥ 550 (paper), ≥ 213 (computer), or ≥ 79–80 (internet-based) IELTS: ≥ 6.5 GCSE O-Level English: Grade “C” or above Cambridge Exams (First Certificate Grade B or above / Proficiency Grade C or above) Placement at ENGL-100 level on the University English Placement Test Interview: Applicants must successfully complete an admission interview.

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