Pharmacy Technology
Support the safe preparation, storage and dispensing of medicines.
Award: Higher National Diploma (HND) · Duration: 2 years after A/Levels · School: School of Medical and Biomedical Sciences
Programme overview
Support the safe preparation, storage and dispensing of medicines. The HND runs for 2 years after A/Levels, combining classroom teaching with practical work so you graduate ready to step into the role.
Teaching is delivered by experienced tutors in well-equipped classrooms and laboratories, with placement and career support throughout.
What you will study
- Pharmaceutical chemistry
- Pharmacology and therapeutics
- Dispensing practice and labelling
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Drug storage, stock control and cold chain
- Pharmacy law and ethics
- Patient counselling on medicine use
- Supervised pharmacy placement
Where this can take you
- Pharmacy technician in hospitals
- Community and retail pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical distribution and wholesale
- Drug store and stock management
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing support
- Regulatory and quality roles
Ready to apply?
Check the entry requirements and fee structure, then start your application online.