Bachelor Honours Degree Pharmacy Full Time

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

at Griffith University · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

093519K

CRICOS provider code

00233E

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

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$43,500 total

Per year

A$43,500/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) at Griffith University gives pharmacy graduates the chance to deepen their expertise with a focus on research and advanced practice. This one-year honours course suits those who have completed an Australian Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent and want to explore a specific topic in pharmacy, often through a research thesis.

Students enrol in a combination of advanced coursework and an honours research project. Typical structure involves completing units of study for credit points, with substantial time devoted to independent research—either in a laboratory, clinical, or community pharmacy setting. Under the mentorship of experienced academics, you work on a project that addresses current problems or explores new knowledge in pharmacy practice or pharmaceutical sciences.

Skills built during honours include scientific inquiry, data analysis, research communication, and critical evaluation of pharmacy practices. This is valuable for anyone considering future research, further study (such as a PhD), or specialist roles. For those aiming for a career outside of community or hospital pharmacy, the honours year can also demonstrate your commitment to professional development and your ability to manage complex projects.

The Brisbane setting offers strong industry and research connections, and students often benefit from close links with hospitals, research institutes and community pharmacies. International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying and may be eligible for post-study work under the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Details change, so always check requirements on the official Griffith University page.

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

Clinical Pharmacist (with additional registration requirements)
Pharmaceutical research assistant
Medicines safety or policy advisor
Academic researcher or future PhD candidate
Medical science liaison in the pharmaceutical industry
Community or hospital pharmacy roles (with required registration)

Australian healthcare, pharmaceutical companies, research organisations and government are all active employers in this field.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) at Griffith University?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$43,500 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Clinical Pharmacist (with additional registration requirements)Pharmaceutical research assistantMedicines safety or policy advisorAcademic researcher or future PhD candidateMedical science liaison in the pharmaceutical industryCommunity or hospital pharmacy roles (with required r...

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