COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Pharmacy degree structure for students commencing in Trimester 2, 2025, requires the successful completion of 310 credit points through a series of core courses and listed electives. This structured program spans foundational sciences, clinical pharmacy practice, pharmacotherapeutics, and professional placements, gradually building the knowledge and skills required for a professional career in pharmacy.In the early stages, students complete key foundation subjects including Chemistry of Biological Systems I and II, Cells, Tissues, and Regulation, and Anatomy and Physiology Systems I and II. These are supported by pharmacy-focused subjects such as Medicines – Discovery to Practice I, Foundations of Health Sciences, and Pharmacy Practice I. Additional courses such as Genes and Disease and Primary Healthcare in Australia provide a broader health sciences context.As students progress, they move into more pharmacy-specific and advanced clinical content. Courses include Pharmacy Practice II and III, Pharmacology, Organic Chemistry, Research Methods and Statistics, and Specialised Delivery Systems I. The program integrates a series of multi-credit pharmacotherapeutics courses, beginning with Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics I and continuing through to V. These units cover the safe and effective use of medicines, clinical decision-making, and patient-centered care.Clinical and professional practice is a major feature of the degree, including structured placements in healthcare settings through the Pharmacy Practice and Placement courses. Students engage in real-world practice and develop core competencies for the profession. Cultural awareness is also emphasized, with dedicated courses such as Healthcare for Australia’s First Peoples.By the final year, students complete advanced units such as Specialised Delivery Systems II, Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics IV and V, PharmG, and Quality Use of Medicines in Practice. These final courses prepare students for professional registration and practice in diverse healthcare environments. The program is designed to ensure graduates are work-ready, clinically competent, and aligned with industry and regulatory standards.