University
University of OtagoThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
The Postgraduate Certificate in Pharmacist Prescribing (PGCertPharmPres) equips pharmacists already involved in patient care with prescribing knowledge and skills. Upon pharmacist prescribing registration with Pou Whakamana Kaimatū o Aotearoa (Pharmacy Council of New Zealand), PGCertPharmPres graduates will have the legal authority to prescribe medicines as part of the collaborative healthcare team. This online qualification builds directly on your existing clinical experience, extending your scope of practice so you can take on more responsibility for the patients you care for every day, working in a collaborative practice alongside doctors, nurses, and other health professionals.
A university entrance qualification is essential for admission to the University of Otago for all types of programmes. You must also be at least 16 years of age by the first day of classes in your period of study and meet English language requirements.
Domestic studentsYou need to have met the New Zealand University Entrance standard, based on your achievement in secondary school or other prior study. Learn about the different categories for achieving University Entrance and what information you may need to provide with your application.
International studentsCheck recognised entry qualifications by country, and find out what documents you need to provide for a successful application.
English language requirementsAll students must be proficient in the use of English. If your first language is not English, there are several ways you may provide evidence of English proficiency, including through prior secondary or tertiary study, internationally recognised English language tests, and foundation language programmes.
The level of English proficiency required for undergraduate study is equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual band below 5.5.
For details about what is accepted as evidence of English proficiency, please refer to:
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