Be at the forefront of the evolving pharmacy sector with a comprehensive education in the pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacy practice and management. This unique degree provides a breadth of skills and knowledge that goes beyond traditional pharmacy to develop skilled and confident practitioners that will be highly sought after in the healthcare sector. It will prepare you for a wide range of careers in community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, healthcare governance, research, the pharmaceutical industry, general practice or aged care.
The role of a pharmacist continues to expand beyond traditional dispensing roles into the provision of more advanced clinical services, including:
- reviews of how medicines are used by individual patients
- evaluations of how medicines are used in health systems
- vaccine administration
- becoming a part of general practice and aged care services
This future-focused degree reflects the complexity and evolution of the profession. You'll develop your skills in a range of current areas of practice (e.g., home medicine reviews) and future areas of practice.
The bachelor's degree will focus on foundational and pharmaceutical sciences including pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenomics, pharmaceutics and medicinal chemistry. The master's degree explores advanced pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacy practice and management. You can also take elective courses from our Master of Public Health and Master of Health Leadership and Management programs to complement your pharmacy studies and further expand the breadth of your education.
If you're passionate about improving health outcomes, this degree will set you on the path to a fulfilling career.
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As one of the world's top medical schools*, we're creating the health leaders of tomorrow. Our diverse community of students, educators, clinicians and researchers are working together to tackle the world's most pressing health challenges.
While this is a new program, we've been teaching the pharmaceutical science and medicinal chemistry elements of pharmacy for many years. This degree builds on our existing expertise in these disciplines.
Our internationally recognised research centres and institutes are translating ground-breaking research into cures, treatment strategies and therapies. This degree offers research opportunities to develop your investigative skills and provide a pathway if you want to pursue a career in research. You’ll gain a strong understanding of research methods and the application of research to practice. The principles of evidence-based practice and value-based care will inform your clinical decisions.
*Ranked 54th globally according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
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This degree allows you to tailor your study to your career goals. In your final year, you can choose from the following pathways: research, pharmacy and health management, public health or a study abroad program.
Our smaller class sizes also allow for a more personalised learning experience. With a cohort of approximately 80-100 students, you'll have close engagement with your teachers and peers.
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We're building a community of empathetic healthcare practitioners that are equipped to work with diverse populations. Our professional practice stream provides training in mental health, cultural safety and advocacy to ensure you can provide all people with the care they need.
We work closely with industry to ensure this degree aligns with industry needs, both in contemporary and future practice. As you move through the program, you'll learn how to apply the science of pharmacy to clinical problems, with clinical placements and simulation experiences reinforcing your learning.
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UNSW Medicine & Health offers a diverse range of facilities across our Kensington campus, rural and metropolitan teaching hospitals and our world-class research centres and institutes. You’ll be learning in our new simulation pharmacies and compounding laboratories.
The UNSW Health Translation Hub (UNSW HTH), which will soon form part of the wider Randwick Health & Innovation Precinct, reflects our commitment to transforming healthcare. The UNSW HTH will integrate health education, training and research with healthcare services to drive improvements in patient care and health outcomes. Through the UNSW HTH, you’ll have opportunities to work in interprofessional clinics and pursue research interests.