Overview
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 from University of Canberra 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
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.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Planning
- Clinical Therapeutics
- Dispensary
- Logistics
- Pharmacy Practice
- Quality Use of Medicines
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Canberra, Australia
Disciplines
Pharmacy View 20 other Masters in Pharmacy in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- a completed bachelor degree in any discipline with a credit or higher average, and
- a minimum of one unit (subject) of degree level (or higher) study in each of the following disciplines - chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents41000 AUD / year≈ 41000 AUD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents31000 AUD / year≈ 31000 AUD / year
Additional Details
- Domestic students have Commonwealth Supported Places
Living costs
Canberra
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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