Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

    Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 36,885 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026

    Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

    About

    Become a vital part of the healthcare system that makes a real difference in people's lives. The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) will ensure you graduate with a competitive edge. Step into clinical practice and learn in our state-of-the-art pharmacy laboratory.

    Gain 12-weeks practical experience in community pharmacies and hospitals. Build networks to accelerate your career aspirations. Learn how to dispense medicines, counsel patients and deliver quality care. You’ll acquire the skills needed for contemporary pharmacy practice.

    Benefit from our strong links with clinical practice and the community. Work alongside experienced clinicians, award-winning researchers and academics. Develop technical expertise and essential skills to effectively collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

    Improve lives in one of the world's most trusted and in-demand professions.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Diploma (AQF level 5) or higher.

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) at an undergraduate diploma (AQF level 5) or higher.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Pharmacists are medicine experts in healthcare teams, with expanding clinical roles and new therapeutic developments offering more career options than ever.

    Growth in Australia’s pharmacy profession continues to look strong, with increasing roles in aged care, primary care, healthcare policy and the pharmaceutical industry.

    You can work in settings across:

    • Hospitals 
    • Local pharmacies 
    • GP practices
    • Aged care settings
    • Defence services
    • Infectious disease services
    • Compounding or critical care services.

     

    You might help develop the next life-changing medication, improving treatment options for people across the world. You could specialise in paediatric care, designing medicines that are safer and easier for children to take. Or you might work in hospitals, community pharmacies, or aged care making a difference every day by helping patients use their medicines safely and effectively. 

    Industry trends

    Pharmacy continues to be one of the most in-demand industries for Australian graduates. With an average job growth of 3% per year (The Pharmacy Guild, 2023), you can expect to experience strong employment prospects and diverse career opportunities.

    As an Adelaide University graduate, you’ll have a natural interest in people’s health and wellbeing. Embark on a journey that blends science, healthcare and compassion, preparing you to be a trusted expert in medicines and patient care.

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    36,885 / year(s)

    Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

    University of Adelaide

    University of Adelaide

    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide