Place yourself at the forefront of the pharmacy profession, and prepare for a vital and rewarding career improving the health and wellbeing of others.

This program prepares you to play a vital role in the healthcare system.

You'll learn in dedicated laboratories and simulated pharmacies at the Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) – our state-of-the-art biomedical science centre.

With 6 integrated streams of study, you'll develop knowledge and skills in quality use of medicines, dosage form design, social and professional aspects of pharmacy, drug discovery, biological fate of drugs and data analysis.

From your first year, you'll undertake a variety of practical experiences, before starting 2 4-week block placements in your final year.

Across your degree, you'll complete more than 350 hours of supervised clinical placement in a range of clinical settings, including hospitals and community pharmacies. We have partnerships with more than 500 pharmacies throughout rural and metropolitan Australia and overseas.

You'll graduate ready to work in a profession that has one of the highest graduate employment rates of any occupation in Australia. 

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

• Medical researcher
• Clinical trials officer
• Laboratory technician
• Toxicologist
• Retail pharmacist
• Hospital/dispensary pharmacist
• Community pharmacist
• Pharmacy educator

Professional memberships

When you graduate, you may be eligible for memberships with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to become a member.

• Pharmaceutical Society of Australia

Professional registration

When you graduate, you may be eligible for registration with the following professional organisations. Contact the organisation to find out how to register.

• Pharmacy Board of Australia

Program accreditation

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) is accredited by:

• Australian Pharmacy Council