Master of Good Manufacturing Practice

This course is tailored for professionals seeking to advance their careers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors. It offers critical insights into legislation, GxP, quality systems, risk management, supply chains, clinical trials, medical devices and more, equipping you with the skills for career progression.

Stand out with the only program of its kind in the Asia-Pacific, delivered in partnership with SeerPharma, a leader in technical compliance and quality assurance.

You will acquire practical knowledge in quality management, aseptic practices, supply chain logistics, clinical trials, and quality assurance/control, facilitated by industry experts.

Experience a blend of practice-based learning and research-led education, designed to provide clear professional development paths and enhance your industry credentials.

The UTS: Pharmacy Discipline offers the only post-graduate qualification in GMP in the Asia-Pacific region and partners with SeerPharma, the industry’s leading provider of technical compliance and quality assurance knowledge, to deliver a practice-based and research-led education to students.

Designed by leading experts in the field, the course provides students with professional development options and career pathways at all levels of industry organisations. It is ideal for students who would like to commence or enhance their pharmaceutical industry manufacturing career with an industry-recognised qualification.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a GPA below 5/7 AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND Communication skills, interpersonal skills, an interest in an industry where good manufacturing practices are involved, and a commitment to good manufacturing practice as a career (assessed through an interview)

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11249 Graduate Certificate in Good Manufacturing Practice.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants required to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of Service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

Related fields of study include:

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Food Technology, Cosmetics, and Nutraceutical, Science or Medical science, Engineering and related technologies

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7

OR

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a GPA below 5/7 AND A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional experience AND Communication skills, interpersonal skills, an interest in an industry where good manufacturing practices are involved, and a commitment to good manufacturing practice as a career (assessed through an interview)

Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C11249 Graduate Certificate in Good Manufacturing Practice.

Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

For applicants required to demonstrate work experience:

• Curriculum Vitae AND Statement of Service in one of the following formats:
  • A 'Statement of Service' provided by the employer
  • A completed 'UTS statement of service’ signed by the employer
  • A statutory declaration confirming work experience (for Australian Residents only)
  • An official letter from the applicant’s accountant or solicitor on their company letterhead confirming the applicant’s work experience or engagement with the business, duration of operations, and the nature of the business
  • A business certificate of registration in original language and English (e.g. provision of ASIC documentation or ABN or similar documentation for Australian Businesses)

Related fields of study include:

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Food Technology, Cosmetics, and Nutraceutical, Science or Medical science, Engineering and related technologies

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.