Program Overview

Bachelor of Human Sciences (Pharmaceutical Health) and Doctor of Pharmacy

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Human Sciences (Pharmaceutical Health) and Doctor of Pharmacy is a four-year program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as pharmacists. The course combines a comprehensive foundation in the human body, chemistry, physiology, and pharmacology with practical experience in different pharmacy settings.

Course Structure

The combined bachelor's and Doctor's degree consists of 216 credit points (normally 36 units), comprising:

• 120 credit points (normally 20 units) of an undergraduate component, including:
  • No more than 60 credit points (normally 10 units) at Level 1
  • At least 60 credit points (normally 10 units) at Level 2 and Level 3, including at least 18 credit points (normally 3 units) at Level 3
  • The degree-specific major: MJD-PHEAL Pharmaceutical Health
  • Any relevant foundation units
• A postgraduate component, including at least 96 credit points (normally 16 units) completed at Level 4 and Level 5

Admission Requirements

• Minimum ATAR: 85
• English competency: Minimum overall IELTS score of 7.0, with no band less than 7.0
• Admission equivalencies for international students:
  • All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 14
  • Canadian High School (except Quebec): 75
  • French Baccalaureate: 12.5
  • Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 544
  • GCE A-Levels: 10
  • German Abitur: 3
  • Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 16.5
  • Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 70
  • Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 82.5
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 30
  • Malaysian STPM: 13
  • Monash University Foundation Year: 288
  • NCUK Foundation Program: 10
  • Norwegian Vitnemål: 4.2
  • Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 10
  • South African National Senior Certificate: 5.2
  • South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 336
  • Sweden Slutbetyg: 16
  • Trinity College Foundation: 320
  • Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 10
  • University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 70
  • US College Board Advanced Placements: 11
  • US College Board SAT: 1220
  • Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 64
  • Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 85

Tuition Fees

• Domestic student fees: Fee calculator
• International student fees:
  • Annual course fee: $43,600.00 (2025)
  • Fees are subject to annual indexation

Scholarships

• Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership, and community service
• Search for scholarships relevant to this course

Career Opportunities

• Graduates will be eligible to register to practice as a pharmacist in Australia after completion of an internship in a community or hospital pharmacy
• Career opportunities in community, hospital, general practice, and aged care pharmacy
• Opportunities to pursue further academic or research-based postgraduate opportunities

Course Accreditation

• The Doctor of Pharmacy (51500) is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) and is approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia as a qualification leading to registration as a pharmacist in Australia

Why Study This Course

• Finish your studies in a four-year timeframe, earning not just one but two degrees
• Gain practical experience through simulated learning, guided by clinical tutors to develop essential clinical and patient-care skills
• Develop knowledge about medicines and the human skills essential for healthcare professionals who care for others
• This course was designed with a contemporary future-focused curriculum to equip you with the advanced knowledge and human skills necessary for the evolving pharmacy and healthcare landscape

You'll Learn To

• Develop exceptional communication and empathy skills to engage effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals
• Build a deep understanding of pharmaceutical sciences and clinical practice, enabling you to interpret data, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions that improve patient outcomes
• Gain hands-on experience from your first patient interaction, applying your knowledge in real-world healthcare settings and developing confidence in clinical environments
• Learn from leading experts in pharmacy practice and research, staying at the forefront of innovations in medication management, therapeutics, and patient care
• Design and conduct rigorous scientific research, equipping you with the skills to critically evaluate studies, contribute to evidence-based practice, and pursue further academic or research-based postgraduate opportunities