Applications are now open across several GPhC‑accredited universities for Independent Prescribing (IP) courses. With NHS England funding available for many places until March 2026, now is the ideal time to secure your place. Below is a list of courses currently open across the UK:
University of Reading
Opened: 19 May 2025, Closes: 14 July 2025 View course
UWE Bristol (University of the West of England)
Now open, Closes: 28 July 2025 or when full View course
University College London (UCL)
Opened: 9 June 2025, Closes: 14 July 2025 View course
Keele University
Opened: 16 June 2025, Closes: 25 July 2025 View course
University of Manchester
Now open, Closes: 29 July 2025 View course
University of Strathclyde
Now open, Next deadlines: 4 November 2025, 20 January 2026, 21 April 2026 View course
Aston University
Now open, No specified closing date View course
De Montfort University
Now open, Closes: 9 July 2025 (for September intake) View course
University of Leicester
Now open, Closes: 11 August 2025 View course
University of Birmingham
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Now open, No specified closing date View course
Robert Gordon University
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Huddersfield
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Portsmouth
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Exeter
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Chester
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Greenwich
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Hertfordshire
Now open, No specified closing date View course
Coventry University
Now open, No specified closing date View course
University of Bath
Now open, Closes: 13 July 2025 (for October 2025 intake) View course
Queen’s University Belfast
Now open, Indicative deadline: 31 July 2025 View course
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Independent Prescribing is a transformative step for any healthcare professional looking to broaden their clinical role, increase confidence, and contribute to improved patient outcomes. With a wide range of university programmes now open and NHS England funding available for many until March 2026, this is a valuable window of opportunity to begin your journey. If you're planning to apply for an IP course soon, it's worth considering your next steps now. One essential part of the programme is completing 90 hours of supervised practice under the guidance of a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP). Finding the right DPP – someone experienced, aligned with your scope of practice, and able to offer appropriate support – can make all the difference to your experience and success. At DPP Connect, we're here to support you in taking that step with confidence.
Next Steps
Find Your DPP Visit the DPP Connect website to explore our national network of qualified, supportive DPPs ready to supervise your learning.
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