Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) and Master of Pharmacy Practice
University of Sydney
CRICOS provider number: 00026A TEQSA provider ID: PRV12057
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
This double degree includes the study of biology, chemistry and introductory pharmacy units in the first year, with a progressive emphasis on practical pharmacy experience in subsequent years. You may have the opportunity to undertake an international exchange.
Areas of study
Core studies in biology, chemistry, medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmaceutics, pharmacology, pharmacy, pharmacy practice. In the final year you have the option to complete studies in either industrial pharmacy (consisting of an extended professional placement) or international pharmacy.
Career opportunities
Community pharmacist (community practice), hospital pharmacist, industrial pharmacist, including drug production, marketing or drug development.
Professional recognition
The Pharmacy Board of Australia requires graduates to complete 1,824 hours (one year) of supervised practical training followed by a registration examination. Graduates need to complete an approved Intern Training Program (ITP) during the supervised training year. The ITP can be undertaken as part of the Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice offered by Pharmacy or by an independent provider.
Practical experience
The clinical experience program reflects the contemporary health care environment. Students undertake a two-week block placement during their third year and two, two-week block placements in their fourth year. By the end of their fourth year, all students have had at least three block placements in clinical experience. The block placements are carried out at hospital and community pharmacies, and include opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, professional organisations and in rural health settings. For more information on clinical placements, visit the University of Sydney website.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current University of Sydney fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites
Mathematics Advanced (Band 4) or Mathematics Extension 1 (Band E3) or Mathematics Extension 2 (Band E3).
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, Chemistry, Biology.
Recommended studies: Physics.
Guaranteed selection rank: 90.00, subject to non-ATAR criteria being met. A guide to guaranteed selection ranks.
Other applicants
Applicants with a record of at least one year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) tertiary study will need a grade point average close to distinction or higher. Refer to the University of Sydney general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Sydney website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Global mobility/international experience
At the University of Sydney, every undergraduate student has access to global opportunities. These opportunities may include overseas field schools, global professional placements, and student exchanges (one-year, single semester and shorter-term durations) with more than 300 partner universities worldwide.
Open Learning Environment (OLE)
Open Learning Environment (OLE) units are short, on-demand and workshop- supported. They enable you to broaden your skills in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, persuasive communication, project management and ethical reasoning. OLEs are available to all students at the University, while students commencing in liberal studies degrees (Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Commerce or combined Bachelor of Advanced Studies) and some specialist degrees (Bachelor of Economics) must complete 6 credit points of OLE units.
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and/or interview, while the ATAR is used only as an indicator of your ability to undertake tertiary studies.
Faculty handbooks
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