Bachelor Honours Degree Pharmacy Full Time

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

at Queensland University of Technology · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

089126F

CRICOS provider code

00213J

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

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$183,700 total

Per year

A$45,925/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a four-year degree based in Brisbane, structured to meet the Australian requirements for pharmacist registration. Across eight semesters, students complete a series of core and elective units, accumulating credit points according to QUT's unit system. The honours component involves a research project, giving students the chance to investigate a topic in pharmacy science.

Coursework covers medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacy practice, therapeutics, and the social aspects of health care. There is a strong focus on evidence-based medicine, drug action and interactions, and patient-centred care. In line with Australian standards, the course includes work-integrated learning, with clinical placements in community and hospital pharmacies, and the option for placements in rural or regional Queensland. These placements help build professional skills and confidence in real health care environments.

Graduates gain practical skills in medicine dispensing, patient counselling, communication, clinical decision-making, and health promotion. Critical thinking and research skills are developed through the honours research project. This course is suited to students interested in becoming pharmacists, working in healthcare teams, or contributing to research and quality use of medicines. International applicants need to meet English proficiency standards, commonly IELTS 6.5 overall, but should check the official QUT site for specifics. While studying in Australia, students are typically allowed to work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) may provide a post-study work pathway.

On completing the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours), graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board of Australia (subject to meeting additional requirements), supporting direct entry into professional practice. QUT's strong industry connections and placement partnerships with local hospitals and community pharmacies help prepare students for employment across Australia.

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

Registered Pharmacist in community or hospital pharmacies
Medicines information and policy roles in government agencies
Pharmaceutical sales, medical liaison, or regulatory affairs roles
Research and development in pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms
Quality control and assurance in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Academic or research assistant positions in universities

Frequently asked questions

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

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$183,700 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Pharmacist in community or hospital pharmacies Medicines information and policy roles in government agencies Pharmaceutical sales, medical liaison, or regulatory affairs roles Research and development in pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms Quality control and assura...

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