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If I am doing a BTEC national level 3 in health and social care can I do optometry and or pharmacy in university?

Reply 1

Check the entry requirements for some courses on the uni’s course page or on uniguide and see if they accept this qualification as part of their requirements 🙂

Reply 2

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by alzz_se
If I am doing a BTEC national level 3 in health and social care can I do optometry and or pharmacy in university?


Yes, you can potentially pursue optometry or pharmacy at university with a BTEC National Level 3 in Health and Social Care, but entry requirements vary between institutions. While Robert Gordon University (RGU) doesn't currently offer an optometry program, it does have an excellent MPharm Pharmacy course that might be of interest to you.

For the MPharm Pharmacy program at Robert Gordon University :

1. Robert Gordon University welcomes applications from students with alternative qualifications, including BTECs.

2. The university considers equivalent qualifications to standard entry requirements, encouraging applications from students with non-standard qualifications.

3. Robert Gordon University School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health offers innovative courses with a strong emphasis on practice-based learning.

4. The MPharm program at Robert Gordon University is designed to produce effective practitioners with the knowledge and skills to deliver the best pharmaceutical care for patients.

5. Robert Gordon University
pharmacy course is ranked 1st in Scotland for career prospects in Pharmacy and Pharmacology (GUG 2024) and 1st in Scotland for graduate prospects outcomes in Pharmacology and Pharmacy (CUG 2025).

If you're interested in pursuing pharmacy at RGU with your BTEC qualification:

1. Visit Robert Gordon University website or contact the admission team for specific advice on your eligibility .

2. Highlight relevant modules from your BTEC course in your application, especially those related to science and healthcare.

3. Emphasize any work experience or volunteering in healthcare settings in your personal statement.

4. Be prepared to potentially take additional science courses if required to meet entry standards.

Remember, Robert Gordon University approach to admissions aims to be fair to all learners by considering your full potential and circumstances. They look at qualifications alongside other factors like personal statements, work experience, and extracurricular activities.
Courtesy: Robert Gordon University

Reply 3

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by Ayomide32
Yes, you can potentially pursue optometry or pharmacy at university with a BTEC National Level 3 in Health and Social Care, but entry requirements vary between institutions. While Robert Gordon University (RGU) doesn't currently offer an optometry program, it does have an excellent MPharm Pharmacy course that might be of interest to you.
For the MPharm Pharmacy program at Robert Gordon University :
1. Robert Gordon University welcomes applications from students with alternative qualifications, including BTECs.
2. The university considers equivalent qualifications to standard entry requirements, encouraging applications from students with non-standard qualifications.
3. Robert Gordon University School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences and Public Health offers innovative courses with a strong emphasis on practice-based learning.
4. The MPharm program at Robert Gordon University is designed to produce effective practitioners with the knowledge and skills to deliver the best pharmaceutical care for patients.
5. Robert Gordon University
pharmacy course is ranked 1st in Scotland for career prospects in Pharmacy and Pharmacology (GUG 2024) and 1st in Scotland for graduate prospects outcomes in Pharmacology and Pharmacy (CUG 2025).
If you're interested in pursuing pharmacy at RGU with your BTEC qualification:
1. Visit Robert Gordon University website or contact the admission team for specific advice on your eligibility .
2. Highlight relevant modules from your BTEC course in your application, especially those related to science and healthcare.
3. Emphasize any work experience or volunteering in healthcare settings in your personal statement.
4. Be prepared to potentially take additional science courses if required to meet entry standards.
Remember, Robert Gordon University approach to admissions aims to be fair to all learners by considering your full potential and circumstances. They look at qualifications alongside other factors like personal statements, work experience, and extracurricular activities.
Courtesy: Robert Gordon University
That sounds great, however this university is in Scotland if I am correct? I am looking for unis in London specifically

Reply 4

Original post
by alzz_se
That sounds great, however this university is in Scotland if I am correct? I am looking for unis in London specifically


Oh ok , Yes Robert Gordon University is located Aberdeen , Scotland.

Reply 5

yes

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