Study Pharmacy at UTS

Get a global perspective on healthcare with the UTS Master of Pharmacy (International), the first course of its kind in Australia. Learn from the best in the industry in this innovative, practice-based three-year program, which incorporates the core components of the UTS Master of Pharmacy, such as therapeutics, pharmaceutical science and professional pharmacy services, with an extensive series of clinical placements.  

Spend a year on placement in Canada, Germany or the United Kingdom, in addition to the more than five hundred hours of clinical placement you complete throughout the course. We cover airfares, health insurance and visa fees for your year of international clinical placement, and we’ll also provide you with in-country mentor support while you’re away.  

Master of Pharmacy (International)

CODE

UTS: C04395 (version 1)

CRICOS: 098389G

DURATION

3 years full time

INTAKE

Autumn B Session 2025
Spring B Session 2025
Autumn B Session 2026
Spring B Session 2026

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COURSE FEES

Indicative total tuition fee for government-supported domestic students
$33,705

Indicative total tuition fee for domestic students
$135,180

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LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

You’ll combine the study of therapeutics and pharmaceutical sciences with the theory and practice of designing, developing, implementing and evaluating professional pharmacy services. You will have the opportunity to choose electives that reflect your interests and prepare you for your dream career. 

In addition to your one-year international placement, you’ll undertake a series of clinical placements in a variety of settings, including a guaranteed hospital pharmacy placement for eligible students. On-campus learning takes place in the Graduate School of Health’s state-of-the-art education and research facility, which opened in 2019. 

Subjects at a glance

  • Core subjects

    Subject Code Subject Name
    96077
    International Placement 1
    96078
    International Placement 2

Typical course program

The outline below shows an example program for the Master of Pharmacy based on a full-time study load. Please note that your exact program may differ based on your unique circumstances.

  1. 18
    core pharmacy subjects
  2. 2
    electives
  3. 1
    year international placement
  1. First year

    Diving right in, you’ll be introduced to pharmacy and the role it plays in healthcare. You’ll develop a foundational understanding of drug formulation, therapeutics and practice, the treatment of illness and disease using medication, and undertake three clinical placements.
  2. Second year

    Continuing your foundational studies, you’ll build on your knowledge and skills in key areas of pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical science. You’ll begin your international placement in Canada, the UK or Germany, acquiring a fresh, international perspective on healthcare.
  3. Third year

    Finalising your degree, you’ll take on advanced topics like medication management for chronic diseases and drug development from laboratory to patient. Completing your local and international clinical placements in various settings will prepare you to register as a pharmacist post-graduation.

Course highlights

Innovative and practice-based, this course provides you with specialised, comprehensive knowledge relevant to contemporary pharmacy practice. You’ll go beyond traditional models of education, engaging in self-directed and problem-based learning to develop leadership skills, build experience with new technologies and grow a network of internationally recognised researchers, teachers and pharmacists.  

Industry accreditation

This program has been granted accreditation by the Australian Pharmacy Council and is approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia as a qualification leading to registration as a pharmacist in Australia. Graduates must complete a compulsory pre-registration training period and Intern Training Program in order to be eligible for registration. 

Admissions information

Admissions information

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Entry schemes and pathways

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

If you're Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Jumbunna is an alternative application process for our courses that emphasises diverse pathways to success.

You can apply for our courses using your previous study. You may even be eligible for recognition of prior learning, so you won’t need to repeat subjects.

Careers

Your future career

The Master of Pharmacy (International) is an accredited three-year graduate-entry degree leading to eligibility for registration as a pharmacist. Whether you choose to work in a community pharmacy, in a hospital or professionally in pharmaceuticals, your role will be pivotal in ensuring safe and effective medication use. 

Beyond clinical practice, pharmacists contribute to drug research, design and development, influence healthcare policy and educate future professionals. Your dynamic career as a pharmacist will give you the chance to positively impact public health and wellbeing from a variety of angles. 

Career options

Where you’ll study

Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.

Why UTS?

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. Learn alongside practitioners and researchers actively shaping the healthcare sector, providing guidance to prepare you for a successful career.

15.8% increase in jobs

Health care and social assistance is the largest growth industry.

Labour Market Insights 2021, Jobs and Skills Employment Projections 2023

Above world standard

for Medical and Health Sciences.

2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation

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