Program Overview

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) is a four-year full-time program that prepares students for a career in pharmacy. The program is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) and provides students with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to become a registered pharmacist.

Program Overview

The program consists of 320 credit points, with a combination of core and flexible courses. The core courses cover topics such as chemistry, biology, pharmacology, and pharmacy practice, while the flexible courses allow students to choose from a range of electives.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission, students must have a minimum overall band score of 7.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent. Students must also have completed a senior secondary school certificate or equivalent, with a minimum grade point average of 5.0.

Tuition Fees

The indicative annual tuition fee for international students is $43,500.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program are eligible to apply for registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board of Australia. Career opportunities exist in community and hospital pharmacy, as well as in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries.

Research Opportunities

The program provides students with the opportunity to undertake research projects and develop their research skills. Students can choose to complete a dissertation or a research project as part of their flexible courses.

Program Structure

The program is structured over four years, with two trimesters per year. Students must complete a minimum of 320 credit points to graduate.

Courses

• Chemistry of Biological Systems I
• Foundations of Health Sciences
• Cells, Tissues, and Regulation
• Anatomy and Physiology Systems I
• Chemistry of Biological Systems II
• Anatomy and Physiology Systems II
• Primary Healthcare in Australia
• Pharmacy Practice I
• Specialised Delivery Systems I
• Structure, Function and Drug Action
• Pharmacology
• Introduction to Biostatistics
• Pharmacy Practice II
• Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics I
• Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics II
• Pharmacy Practice III
• Specialised Delivery Systems II
• Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics III
• Placements
• Quality Use of Medicines in Practice
• Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics IV
• Pharmacy Practice IV
• Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics V

Electives

Students can choose from a range of electives, including:

• Genes and Disease
• Health Challenges for the 21st Century
• Medicines - Discovery to Practice II
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Healthcare for Australia's First Peoples
• PharmG
• Clinical Trials - Principles and Practice

Dissertation

Students can choose to complete a dissertation as part of their flexible courses. The dissertation provides students with the opportunity to undertake original research and develop their research skills.

Program Learning Outcomes

The program learning outcomes for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) include:

• Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of pharmacy
• Applying knowledge and skills to solve problems and make informed decisions
• Communicating effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders
• Working collaboratively as part of a healthcare team
• Demonstrating a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC).

Professional Recognition

Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

Attendance

The program is offered full-time on-campus, with students attending 22-24 hours of scheduled classes per week.

Trimester 3 Compulsory Study

Students who commence in Trimester 2 will undertake study in Trimester 3 in Year 1 of the program.

Leave of Absence

Students can take a leave of absence from the program, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure.

Work-Integrated Learning

The program includes work-integrated learning activities, such as professional placements, to provide students with practical experience in the workplace.

Pathways to Further Study

Graduates of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program may be eligible to undertake further study, such as a Master of Health and Medical Research or a Doctor of Philosophy.

Additional Fees

Students may be required to pay additional fees for items such as vaccinations, uniforms, and expenses associated with placements.

International Academic Merit Scholarship

The International Academic Merit Scholarship offers a 20% tuition fee reduction to eligible international students starting in 2026 and 2027.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program have a range of career opportunities, including:

• Community pharmacy
• Hospital pharmacy
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Biotechnology industry
• Nutraceutical industry
• Government agencies
• Research institutions

Student Story

Ruby Allen, a graduate of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program, says "The on-campus experience really stood out to me compared to solely online learning. The simulations at Griffith offer realistic scenarios you can expect to encounter in the pharmacy world."