Master of Pharmacy
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    Master of Pharmacy

    University of Canberra
    University of Canberra
    Australia
    Australia, Canberra
    University Rank:#404
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 27,911 / year(s)
    Next IntakeFebruary 15, 2027

    Master of Pharmacy

    About

    Never too late to change

    If you’re looking for an alternative career path that offers long-term career prospects and exponential growth, while also taking advantage of your existing qualifications - then the UC Master of Pharmacy course is the perfect next step.

    This 2-year full-time course covers the science, chemical composition and application of medication, how medication impacts the human body; and how to apply scientific theory to the clinical reasoning and evaluation for an individual patient’s medication.

    This course has been specially designed to help bring you up to speed with the latest industry theories, research and innovations quickly and efficiently; and eventually provide you with the knowledge, skills, and qualifications required to become an officially registered and respected UC Pharmacy graduate.

    If you want an internationally recognised career in an ever-expanding industry which offers a positive impact on patients’ lives, then sign up for the UC Master of Pharmacy course today.

    Complete a Master of Pharmacy at UC and you will:

  • explore the theory and practical science of pharmacy
  • study within a small and specialised learning environment
  • gain the necessary knowledge, exposure, attitudes and clinical decision-making skills required to practice as a pharmacist
  • engage through lectures, practical laboratory classes, and clinical placements
  • undertake a series of problem-based clinical studies
  • develop an understanding of healthcare consumers' needs
  • gain direct experience of the regulatory side of pharmacy practice.
  • be challenged by leading academics and industry experts
  • establish essential professional networks.

    • Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
    1. A completed bachelor degree in any discipline with a credit or higher average, and
    2. A minimum of one unit (subject) of degree level (or higher) study in five of the following six disciplines - chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology.

    Limited Commonwealth-supported places (CSPs) are available for this course and will be awarded on academic merit. To be considered for a CSP, please submit your application for admission by 31 October 2025. Eligible applicants will be notified from 15 November 2025. The University will continue to issue fee-paying (FEE) offers until this date, offers for any eligible CSP applicants will be updated accordingly.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 7.0, with no band score below 7.0. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.

    Career

    Career opportunities

    As the aging population continues to grow globally, the demand for qualified and skilled pharmacists who can also engage with patients across all demographics is expected to increase. UC Master of Pharmacy graduate will enter this market with the benefit of having been trained in a smaller, more personal, learning environment resulting in each student receiving a higher level of mentored education.

    What this means is that UC Master of Pharmacy graduates are industry respected and will be more than adequately prepared for a variety of career options in either private or government pharmaceutical organisations.

    Alternatively, graduates will also have the option to gain further qualifications by returning to university at a later date to continue their studies.
     

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,911 / year(s)

    How to Apply

    If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

    Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

    If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

    International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

    You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia:

    • an Australian Year 12
    • the International Baccalaureate
    • the New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

    Master of Pharmacy

    University of Canberra

    University of Canberra

    Australia

    Australia, Canberra

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