Bachelor Honours Degree Pharmacy Full Time

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

114028G

CRICOS provider code

00122A

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$207,360 total

Per year

A$51,840/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) at RMIT University in Melbourne is a four-year honours degree that prepares students for a professional career in pharmacy. Students study foundational and advanced topics including pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology, therapeutics, pharmacy practice, and patient care. The course structure is based on units of study, with each subject carrying a set number of credit points that contribute to the total required for graduation. Throughout the course, students engage with compulsory work-integrated learning components that place them in real pharmacy settings, such as community pharmacies, hospitals, and health organisations across Victoria and Australia.

This honours degree is designed with the current needs of the Australian pharmaceutical industry in mind, integrating professional placement to ensure graduates have direct experience in a patient-facing environment. In the final year, a research project or capstone experience is completed, allowing students to develop investigative and analytical skills alongside their practical training. The curriculum is mapped to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) for a Level 8 qualification, making it directly relevant for those wishing to register and practise as pharmacists in Australia—subject to meeting registration conditions set by the Pharmacy Board of Australia.

Students gain skills in medication management, patient counselling, clinical decision making, and interprofessional collaboration, as well as a detailed understanding of the science behind medication development and use. The course best suits individuals who are detail-oriented, interested in healthcare, and committed to helping improve patient outcomes through pharmacy practice. International students must demonstrate English proficiency, and are permitted 48 hours of work rights per fortnight during study, with the option to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation, subject to eligibility. For the latest details on course structure, placements, and accreditation, check the official page linked below.

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 and hospital settings across Australia)
Pharmaceutical industry roles (regulations, quality assurance, development)
Medication safety officer
Clinical trials administration
Healthcare policy and consultancy

Frequently asked questions

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

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$207,360 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Pharmacist (in community and hospital settings across Australia)Pharmaceutical industry roles (regulations, quality assurance, development)Medication safety officerClinical trials administrationHealthcare policy and consultancy

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