Master's Degree Pharmacy Full Time

Doctor of Pharmacy

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

111117H

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$104,228 total

Per year

A$52,114/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Doctor of Pharmacy at Charles Darwin University is a two-year master's level course based in Darwin, focusing on advanced pharmacy practice in the Australian context. You’ll learn about therapeutic management, clinical pharmacy, healthcare systems, and the safe use of medicines. The course includes studies in pharmacology, patient-centred care, pharmaceutical sciences, and ethical and professional responsibilities unique to pharmacy practice in Australia.

Coursework is structured into units of study, each carrying a set number of credit points. This allows you to plan your load and meet the degree requirements across semesters. Practical experience is a strong focus, with work-integrated learning built into the curriculum. You’ll complete placements in community and hospital pharmacies, giving you real-world skills and exposure to professional standards expected in Australia. Some research or capstone project work may be required, designed to prepare you for leadership or further study.

This course suits graduates looking to gain a professional pharmacy qualification that is relevant to Australian health services. The Doctor of Pharmacy is ideal if you want to work as a pharmacist or pursue roles in medicines information, regulatory affairs, or pharmaceutical care. International students studying in Australia are allowed to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during semester and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation, subject to government requirements. Always check the official Charles Darwin University and Australian Pharmacy Council websites for up-to-date accreditation and registration details.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Pharmacist in community and hospital settings
Medicines information specialist
Pharmaceutical industry or regulatory affairs roles
Drug safety and quality assurance positions
Pharmacy management and education

Australian pharmacists work in public and private healthcare, research, government agencies, the pharmaceutical sector, rural and Indigenous health, and more.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Doctor of Pharmacy at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$104,228 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Pharmacist in community and hospital settingsMedicines information specialistPharmaceutical industry or regulatory affairs rolesDrug safety and quality assurance positionsPharmacy management and educationAustralian pharmacists work in public and private healthcare, research, gove...

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