Bachelor of Pharmacy – University of Canberra

Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy Full Time

Bachelor of Pharmacy

at University of Canberra · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

106125F

CRICOS provider code

00212K

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$170,000 total

Per year

A$42,500/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of Canberra prepares students to practise as pharmacists in Australia, focusing on the science and clinical aspects of medication and patient care. Spanning four years of full-time study, this degree covers foundational biomedical and chemical sciences, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, clinical pharmacy, patient-centred care and pharmacy practice. Students build practical skills in medication management, dispensing, patient counselling, and learn how to collaborate with other healthcare professionals in real-world scenarios.

Australian pharmacy degrees like this are structured across eight semesters, with students required to complete a specific number of units of study to earn the necessary credit points for graduation. Study usually intensifies in the later years, with significant time spent in clinical placements and supervised professional practice. Canberra's local health sector and partnership with community pharmacies, hospitals and health organisations provide students opportunities to apply their learning through work-integrated placements, an essential part of meeting professional competency and registration requirements in Australia.

Students develop skills in communication, ethical decision-making, compounding medications, interpreting prescriptions, and understanding the broader Australian healthcare system. The course is suitable for those with strong science backgrounds interested in a healthcare career and direct patient contact. International students should meet the published English proficiency requirements before commencing classes. Those undertaking the course may also work up to 48 hours per fortnight under current student visa rules, and can check their eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon completing their degree.

Graduates should confirm specific unit offerings, credit requirements, and registration processes on the University of Canberra's official website and through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

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
Roles in the Australian pharmaceutical industry
Medication safety and quality use of medicines roles in health services
Pharmaceutical regulatory affairs
Medicines information services
Research assistant in pharmacy or medical research organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Pharmacy at University of Canberra?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$170,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Pharmacist in community or hospital pharmaciesRoles in the Australian pharmaceutical industryMedication safety and quality use of medicines roles in health servicesPharmaceutical regulatory affairsMedicines information servicesResearch assistant in pharmacy or medical...

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