The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy in Developing Countries (PgD Pharmacy in Developing Countries) is an advanced qualification designed for experienced pharmacy and healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in pharmaceutical practice within developing country contexts. This postgraduate diploma is ideal for learners aiming to advance their career prospects, broaden their knowledge, and actively engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD). The programme provides an in-depth understanding of pharmaceutical systems, healthcare delivery challenges, access to medicines, and strategies for improving pharmacy services in resource-limited settings.
This course is particularly suitable for pharmacists, healthcare managers, policy advisors, and professionals working in international health organisations or community healthcare settings. Learners will gain the skills to evaluate pharmaceutical policies, implement effective drug distribution systems, and contribute to improving healthcare outcomes in developing regions. The programme equips learners to apply evidence-based practices, optimise medication management, and address the unique challenges faced in developing countries’ healthcare systems.
LICQual ensures that centres delivering this Level 7 qualification maintain the highest standards of education. Centres must employ competent and qualified staff with extensive experience in pharmacy, global health, and healthcare management, and provide learners with access to essential learning materials, research tools, and digital resources. This guarantees a rigorous, supportive, and engaging learning environment that promotes learner success, professional growth, and practical application of knowledge in real-world healthcare contexts.
By completing this diploma, learners will achieve a prestigious Level 7 qualification, positioning themselves as experts in pharmacy practice in developing countries and equipping them to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery, policy development, and professional practice.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy in Developing Countries (PgD Pharmacy in Developing Countries)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
120
GLH
600
Qualification #
LICQ2201253
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy in Developing Countries (PgD Pharmacy in Developing Countries), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201253-1 |
Global Health and Pharmaceutical Systems in Developing Countries |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201253-2 |
Essential Medicines and Rational Drug Use |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201253-3 |
Pharmaceutical Policy and Governance |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201253-4 |
Public Health and Disease Management |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201253-5 |
Research, Evidence-Based Practice, and Innovation in Pharmacy |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201253-6 |
Leadership, Management, and Professional Development in Developing Countries |
20 |
100 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Global Health and Pharmaceutical Systems in Developing Countries
Learners will be able to
- Critically analyse healthcare systems and pharmaceutical infrastructure in developing countries
- Evaluate challenges in drug supply, distribution, and regulatory frameworks
- Develop strategies to improve access to medicines and optimise pharmacy services
- Apply knowledge of global health principles to enhance healthcare delivery in resource-limited settings
Unit 2: Essential Medicines and Rational Drug Use
Learners will be able to
- Assess the selection, procurement, and distribution of essential medicines
- Apply principles of rational drug use to improve patient outcomes
- Develop strategies to reduce medication errors and enhance drug accessibility
- Evaluate interventions aimed at promoting safe and effective use of medicines
Unit 3: Pharmaceutical Policy and Governance
Learners will be able to
- Analyse national and international pharmaceutical policies affecting developing countries
- Evaluate governance, regulatory compliance, and policy implementation frameworks
- Develop recommendations to strengthen healthcare systems and pharmacy practice
- Apply policy analysis to influence decision-making and healthcare strategies
Unit 4: Public Health and Disease Management
Learners will be able to
- Analyse epidemiology, disease burden, and public health challenges in developing regions
- Design pharmacy-led interventions for preventive care, vaccination, and disease control programmes
- Apply strategies to improve community health outcomes
- Evaluate the impact of pharmacy practice on public health initiatives
Unit 5: Research, Evidence-Based Practice, and Innovation in Pharmacy
Learners will be able to
- Design and conduct research projects relevant to pharmacy practice in developing countries
- Analyse and interpret data to support evidence-based decisions
- Apply innovative solutions to enhance pharmacy services and healthcare delivery
- Critically evaluate research findings to inform policy and operational improvements
Unit 6: Leadership, Management, and Professional Development in Developing Countries
Learners will be able to
- Apply leadership and management principles to pharmacy services in resource-limited settings
- Develop strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and service delivery
- Demonstrate ethical practice and professional responsibility in healthcare contexts
- Lead initiatives that enhance healthcare services and support professional growth
The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy in Developing Countries is designed for experienced pharmacy and healthcare professionals who wish to enhance their expertise in pharmaceutical practice within resource-limited and developing country contexts. This course is ideal for:
- Pharmacists and Clinical Practitioners seeking to improve their understanding of healthcare systems and medicine accessibility in developing regions
- Healthcare Managers and Policy Advisors aiming to optimise pharmacy services, influence pharmaceutical policy, and strengthen governance frameworks
- Public Health Professionals and Community Healthcare Workers interested in implementing disease management, preventive care, and public health programmes
- Researchers and Academics wishing to apply evidence-based practices and innovative solutions to improve pharmacy services in developing countries
- Professionals Committed to CPD and lifelong learning, seeking a prestigious Level 7 qualification to advance their careers and lead initiatives in global healthcare
This programme is suitable for learners with substantial experience in pharmacy, healthcare management, or public health who are motivated to apply advanced principles, improve operational efficiency, and make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery and pharmacy practice in developing countries.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy in Developing Countries must maintain the highest standards to ensure learners receive a high-quality and effective learning experience. To deliver this advanced programme successfully, centres are required to:
- Employ Competent and Qualified Staff: Tutors and facilitators must have extensive experience and relevant qualifications in pharmacy, healthcare management, public health, and global health to provide expert guidance to learners
- Provide Access to Essential Learning Resources: Centres must ensure learners have access to up-to-date academic journals, digital research tools, healthcare databases, and computing equipment necessary for research projects, case studies, and assessments
- Maintain Suitable Learning Facilities: Classrooms, laboratories, and online learning environments should be equipped with modern technology to support interactive teaching, practical exercises, and independent study
- Ensure Compliance with Ethical and Professional Standards: Centres must adhere to professional, legal, and ethical standards in healthcare, research, and pharmacy education, including data protection, safety protocols, and quality assurance
- Support Learner Progress and Development: Centres should implement robust assessment, monitoring, and feedback systems to guide learners successfully through the programme and enhance professional competencies
- Encourage Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Centres should provide opportunities for learners to participate in workshops, seminars, and additional professional development activities to promote ongoing growth
By meeting these requirements, centres ensure that learners enrolled in the PgD Pharmacy in Developing Countries programme receive a rigorous, practical, and engaging education that supports career advancement, professional development, and excellence in pharmacy practice within resource-limited and developing country contexts.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
