The University of Western Australia
Master of Pharmacy
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis master's degree course provides advanced study in the areas of pharmacy practice, clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, pharmacotherapy and health systems, and includes practical training in community and hospital pharmacy.
This program provides a direct pathway to a professional postgraduate qualification in Pharmacy for registration as a pharmacist in this country. The Australian government predicts strong employment growth for pharmacists over the coming years, partly due to the expanding role of pharmacists in healthcare delivery.
Delivery mode
The University of Western Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
DOMESTIC SCHOOL LEAVER
School leavers may be eligible to apply for an Assured Pathway to Pharmacy. Entry is on a competitive basis, with places being offered to the highest-ranking applicants. To be considered for a place, applicants must meet minimum eligibility requirements and must not have commenced any tertiary studies, including university degree studies or vocational training at diploma level or above.
The Assured Pathway place in the Master of Pharmacy is conditional on successful completion of a UWA bachelor’s degree which includes prerequisite units and with a minimum selection GPA of 5.0.
Minimum eligibility requirements
- Minimum ATAR of 94 or equivalent
- English language competency
- Interview
Prerequisite and recommended subjects
- Chemistry
- Maths Applications or above
GRADUATE ENTRY TO PHARMACY
To be considered for admission into the MPharm, an applicant must:
- have a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA. Recognised bachelor’s degrees are those conferred by Australian universities or higher education institutions recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework or the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (NOOSR).
- have the equivalent of a selection Weighted Average Mark (sWAM) of at least 65, and
- meet the prerequisites in chemistry, mathematics, microbiology and pharmacology
MASTER OF PHARMACY - PREREQUISITES
To be eligible to enrol in the Master of Pharmacy Program, you will need to have successfully completed studies in Chemistry and Mathematics at either Year 12 or tertiary level, and tertiary level Microbiology and Pharmacology units.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Pharmacy will prepare you for the following roles.
Community Pharmacist
A Community Pharmacist provides essential healthcare services, primarily focusing on dispensing medications and offering advice on their safe use....
Pharmacist
A Pharmacist dispenses medicines and other pharmaceutical treatments. You might work in a chemist or be employed at a hospital or other health faci...
Pharmacy Manager
Pharmacy Managers are registered Pharmacists who manage the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy business while overseeing the quality and complianc...
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