Program Overview

Master of Good Manufacturing Practice

The Master of Good Manufacturing Practice is a postgraduate program designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors. This course provides critical knowledge of legislation relating to the registration, manufacture, storage, and supply of licensed therapeutic goods, covering GxP and quality systems compliance, and the concepts of quality management, risk management, aseptic practices, supply chain, clinical trials, quality assurance, and quality control.

Course Description

This course is tailored for professionals seeking to advance their careers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors. It offers critical insights into legislation, GxP, quality systems, risk management, supply chains, clinical trials, medical devices, and more, equipping students with the skills for career progression.

Course Structure

Students will need to complete 96 credit points of study, including 84 credit points of coursework and 12 credit points of research.

Subjects

• Core subjects include:
  • GMP for Manufacturing Operations
  • Validation Principles and Practices
  • International GMPs and Quality Assurance
  • Good (Quality Control) Laboratory Practices
  • Computer Systems Validation Principles and Practices
  • Good Aseptic Practices and Sterile Products
  • GxP and Quality Auditing Practices
  • Risk Management for Pharmaceutical Operations
  • Process Development for Therapeutics: A Perspective for Finished Dose Forms
  • Clinical Trials Quality Assurance Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Industrial Research Project A
  • Contamination Control
  • Biotech Manufacturing
  • Industrial Research Project B
  • Medical Devices: Regulatory and Quality Systems Requirements

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study with a minimum GPA of 5/7
• OR
• Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, in a related field of study AND
• A minimum of 2 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, relevant professional work experience
• Communication skills, interpersonal skills, an interest in an industry where good manufacturing practices are involved, and a commitment to good manufacturing practice as a career (assessed through an interview by the faculty)

English Language Requirements

• IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21
• UTS College AE5: Pass
• Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50
• Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169

Tuition Fees

The indicative total tuition fee for domestic students is $70,460.00. Fees are reviewed annually and may change.

Duration and Intake

This course is offered on a two-year, full-time or four-year, part-time basis. Intakes are available in Autumn B Session 2025, Spring B Session 2025, Autumn B Session 2026, and Spring B Session 2026.

Location

Our classes are held at our City Campus, or specialist off-campus locations. Some of our courses are delivered via online (distance) learning.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

At UTS, we understand the dedication it takes to reach your current position forging a path through prior study, work, and diverse learning experiences.

Entry Schemes and Pathways

Learn more about our entry schemes and pathways, including the Jumbunna Admission Program for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students.

Why Study Health at UTS

Become a leader and innovator in Australia's largest growth industry with a postgraduate program from the Graduate School of Health. With over 400 industry and clinical partners, our program content reflects the latest research and offers networking and professional development opportunities.