
PgDip Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme OSPAP
Course overview
The PgDip Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) at Aston University is designed for pharmacists who qualified outside the United Kingdom and want to progress towards registration in Great Britain. The course provides a detailed study of UK pharmacy practice and standards. Teaching supports safe, effective, and professional practice within the UK health system. At the start of the course, students are introduced to the structure of pharmacy practice in Great Britain. As the course continues, students study UK pharmacy law and ethics. This includes legal frameworks that govern medicines, controlled drugs, and professional conduct. By completion, students gain the knowledge and understanding needed to progress to the next stage of pharmacist registration in Great Britain.
The PgDip Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) in Aston University is approved by the General Pharmaceutical Council for overseas pharmacist assessment. Students have access to specialist teaching staff, learning resources, and academic support. The study reflects current pharmacy practice in Great Britain. The programme is delivered as a full-time postgraduate diploma. Teaching includes lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Learning focuses on UK pharmacy knowledge, applied skills, and professional standards. Assessment focuses on knowledge, accuracy, and application to UK pharmacy practice.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants must hold a recognised overseas pharmacy qualification.
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Recent practise for at least two years as a pharmacy professional (pharmacy technician or pharmacist) in a majority English-speaking country.
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A recent pass of the Pharmacy Occupational English Language Test (OET) with a score of at least a B in each of the four areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking, at one sitting of the test.
English Proficiency:
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The English requirement is an IELTS test with an overall score of at least 7 and with no score less than 7 in each of the four areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking at one sitting of the test.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PgDip Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) from Aston University may progress into roles such as:
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Community Pharmacist Trainee
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Hospital Pharmacy Trainee
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Medicines Management Assistant
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Clinical Pharmacy Support Officer
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Pharmacy Practice Educator
Cost of study
In 2026/27, the annual tuition fee to study the PgDip Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) at Aston University is £16,350 for international students. This is subject to review annually.
Admission
Applications for the Aston University PgDip Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) are made directly to the university. You can reach out to our counsellors at AHZ for guidance.
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