Bachelor
The world needs pharmacists. As the experts on medicines and the way they interact with the body, pharmacists play a vital role in improving the health of their communities. As the global population grows and ages, and as medicines become more complex, the need for pharmacists intensifies.
In 2020 we were named #2 in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. Only Oxford ranks higher. In part, this is because we believe the world doesn't just deserve more pharmacists; it deserves better pharmacists. We've launched the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Master of Pharmacy to ensure our graduates go out into the world equipped with a higher level of learning.
The pathway to registration as a pharmacist in Australia generally takes five years. Traditionally, this has been structured as a four-year bachelor degree plus a one-year internship. Our BPharm(Hons)/ MPharm takes the same amount of time but instead you'll graduate with a master as well as a bachelor. The BPharm(Hons) and Intern Training Program components of the program are accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council and approved by PharmBA.
Our course ensures you have a thorough grasp of the underlying scientific disciplines - chemistry, biology, pharmacology and so on. But it also focuses on the key soft skills that make the difference between a good pharmacist and a great one. You'll step up your skills through work placements in community pharmacies, hospitals, and other environments, practicing these skills while learning from some of Australia's best pharmacists.
Pharmacy is a global profession and we want you to experience that in your degree. As part of our program, you can apply for exchange opportunities to our Malaysia campus. You can also apply to complete projects and placements in the US, the UK and a number of developing countries. We work closely with preferred partners to ensure that our international activities are interesting and ethical.