Program Overview

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a trusted expert in the use of medicines. The program focuses on advising the community and health professionals on a wide range of health issues.

Degree Overview

Pharmacy is an exciting and varied career that involves counseling people on the best use of medications and providing advice on the symptoms and treatment of common ailments. The program develops hands-on skills in a fully functioning demonstration pharmacy, including preparing and dispensing medicines. Theoretical knowledge in biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences, and pharmacotherapeutics are also taught in the program.

Career Opportunities

As a qualified pharmacist, graduates can choose from a range of interesting and rewarding career options, including:

• Researcher
• Consultant/accredited pharmacist
• Clinical research coordinator
• Diabetes educator
• GP pharmacist
• Aged-care pharmacist

Program Details

• UAC Code: Newcastle
• Program Code: 12328
• Selection Rank: 72.00
• Duration (FT): 4 years
• Next Start Date: 2027
• CRICOS Code: D
• Indicative Fee 1: AUD 49,205

Admission Info

• Selection Rank: 72.00
• Duration (FT): 4 years
• Next Start Date: 2027
• Start Dates (Newcastle): Semester 1 27 Jan 2026
• English Proficiency Requirements: IELTS overall minimum - 6.5, IELTS section minimum - 6.5

Course Overview

The program includes theoretical knowledge in biomedical, pharmaceutical sciences, and pharmacotherapeutics, as well as hands-on professional placements. Areas of study include:

• Anatomy and physiology
• Dosage design and formulation
• Chemistry
• Drug design and discovery
• Mental health first aid
• Pharmacotherapeutics
• Pharmacy practice
• Epidemiology

Core Courses

Students must complete the following core courses to fulfill the requirements of the program:

• CHEM1010 Introductory Chemistry I
• CHEM1020 Introductory Chemistry II
• HUBS1202 Human Genomics and Biomolecular Analysis
• HUBS1403 Biomedical Science Part 1
• HUBS1404 Biomedical Science Part 2
• HUBS2206 Human Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• HUBS2407 Experimental and Clinical Design in Medical Research
• HUBS2601 Human Infection and Immunity
• PHAR1101 Introduction to Pharmacy and Formulation Sciences
• PHAR1201 Introduction to Formulation Sciences
• PHAR2101 Dermatology and Topical Formulations
• PHAR2102 Cardiovascular and Renal Health
• PHAR2103 Introductory Clinical Pharmacotherapy
• PHAR2202 Drug Design and Analytical Methods
• PHAR2203 Gastrointestinal Health and Solid Dosage Formulations
• PHAR2204 Clinical Pharmacotherapy 1
• PHAR3101 Endocrinology and Injectable Dosage Formulations
• PHAR3102 Eyes, Ears, Nose and Throat Health, Respiratory Health and Related Formulations
• PHAR3103 Mental and Neurological Health
• PHAR3104 Clinical Pharmacotherapy 2
• PHAR3201 Genitourinary and Reproductive Health and Dosage Formulations
• PHAR3202 Rheumatology and Pain Management
• PHAR3203 Clinical Pharmacotherapy 3
• PHAR4101 Cancer, Critical Care and Palliation
• PHAR4102A Transition to Professional Practice in Pharmacy (Part A)
• PHAR4102B Transition to Professional Practice in Pharmacy (Part B)
• PHAR4104A Pharmacy Projects (Part A)
• PHAR4104B Pharmacy Projects (Part B)
• PHAR4201 Pharmacogenomics and Health Technology Assessment
• PHAR4204 Clinical Leadership in Health Care
• STAT1070 Statistics for the Sciences

Electives

Students must complete 10 units of electives to fulfill the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement core studies with more courses in the same field of study or from areas of interest.

Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council and approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia. Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia in partnership with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).