Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

One of Australia's most trusted professions

Gain exceptional knowledge and training required to become a trusted expert in the use of medicines, advising the community and health professionals on a wide range of health issues.

As a pharmacist, you will contribute to a healthier society by educating and empowering members of the public to use medicines safely and effectively.

Pharmacy is an exciting and varied career. Learn to counsel people on the best use of medications and provide advice on the symptoms and treatment of common ailments, to allow people to better manage their health. Develop hands-on skills in the fully functioning demonstration pharmacy, including preparing and dispensing medicines. Theoretical knowledge in biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacotherapeutics are taught in the program.

Course overview

You'll gain theoretical knowledge in biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacotherapeutics. You will also have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills through hands-on professional placements. Areas of study include:

• Anatomy and physiology
• Dosage design and formulation
• Chemistry
• Drug design and discovery
• Mental health first aid
• Pharmacotherapeutics
• Pharmacy practice
• Epidemiology

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

As a qualified pharmacist, you can choose from a range of interesting and rewarding career options.

Professional outcomes:

• Researcher
• Consultant/accredited pharmacist
• Clinical research coordinator
• Diabetes educator
• GP pharmacist
• Aged-care pharmacist

Student Experience Survey 2022-2024, undergraduate Pharmacy