Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Medicine / Master of Pharmacy UNS

Master's Degree Pharmacy Full Time

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Medicine / Master of Pharmacy

at University of New South Wales · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

109398A

CRICOS provider code

00098G

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

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$324,500 total

Per year

A$64,900/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Medicine / Master of Pharmacy at the University of New South Wales provides students with a comprehensive education at the intersection of pharmaceutical science, medicine, and professional pharmacy practice. Spanning five years, this double degree is structured to deliver an integrated pathway, combining foundational scientific study with advanced, clinically relevant pharmacy training. Typically, students will progress through a series of well-defined units of study, each carrying a certain number of credit points, and advance from broad scientific principles in biomedical sciences to focused, skills-based training in clinical and community pharmacy.

Throughout the programme, students first cover essential areas such as human biology, chemistry, pharmacology and drug development. As they move into higher years, the curriculum incorporates advanced coursework in pharmacy law, therapeutics, pharmacotherapy, and patient care. Guided research projects or a capstone unit may be included, particularly in the master's phase, allowing students to develop research and analytical skills relevant to contemporary pharmacy practice. Work-integrated learning experiences, such as placements in community or hospital pharmacies, are likely to be embedded to provide practical, real-world experience and support professional readiness.

Graduates gain a diverse skill set, including critical analysis, evidence-based decision making, patient communication, and hands-on pharmacy practice. The course is well suited to students who wish to progress into the pharmacy profession, clinical research, pharmaceutical industry roles, or who are interested in the broader area of medicine development and regulation. The Australian context ensures that students are exposed to practices and standards relevant to the local industry and regulatory environment.

International students undertaking this programme in Sydney are able to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. Students intending to seek professional registration should confirm accreditation and registration requirements with the official 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

Community pharmacist in retail settings
Hospital pharmacist within public and private healthcare
Pharmaceutical industry professional (e.g., regulatory affairs, clinical trials, drug safety)
Pharmaceutical or medical research associate
Medicines policy advisor or consultant
Medical communications specialist
Roles in Australian healthcare organisations, pharmaceutical companies, and government agencies

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Medicine / Master of Pharmacy at University of New South Wales?

It typically takes 5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$324,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Community pharmacist in retail settingsHospital pharmacist within public and private healthcarePharmaceutical industry professional (e.g., regulatory affairs, clinical trials, drug safety)Pharmaceutical or medical research associateMedicines policy advisor or consultantMedical co...

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