Monash University

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Doctor of Pharmacy

Undergraduate
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Details

University Location Melbourne, Victoria
City Population 5.3 million
Student Population 86,000
Int'l Student Population 30,000
Main Campus Clayton
Program Campus Parkville
Program Duration 5 years
Estimated Annual Tuition AUD$60,100 (2026 fees; subject to increase)
Semester Intake February/March
Application Deadline Rolling admissions*
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Overview

Monash University’s Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences engages in world-class research and has a long history as a leading provider of undergraduate and postgraduate education.

Gain a Globally Reputable education
Monash is an undisputed leader in pharmacy education, currently ranked #2 in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology (2026 QS World Rankings by subject) and #1 in the Asia-Pacific. Monash Pharmacy has proudly ranked in the Top 5 globally for 10 consecutive years.

Study an Unmatched, First-of-its-kind Degree
This is Australia’s first pharmacy degree that allows you to gain professional registration, earn a salary as a working intern, and graduate with a prestigious Doctor of Pharmacy title all within a five-year timeframe.

A Specialist Campus and Welcoming Community
You’ll be based at the Monash Parkville campus, a specialist campus dedicated entirely to pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences located inside the world-renowned Parkville Biomedical precinct. A number of your classes are also held at the Monash City campus in the Melbourne CBD. Join a supportive community of peers and academics dedicated to the science, safety, and use of medicines.

Program

Monash University’s Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Doctor of Pharmacy sees a curriculum uplift from the previous pharmacy programs and has been specifically redesigned to meet new Australian pharmacy entry-to-practice standards. As a Monash pharmacy student, you’ll focus on developing clinical decision-making skills and understanding how to deliver person-centred care. You’ll also learn about cultural safety, sustainability, and digital literacy in healthcare, including responsible use of AI.

In the fifth and final year of the program, you’ll undertake an accredited Intern Training Program, alongside paid supervised practice in a hospital or community pharmacy while completing electives that align to new and emerging roles for pharmacists in Australia, such as pharmacy aged-care services and foundational prescribing education.

You will undertake work placements in hospitals and community pharmacies, gaining and applying essential understanding of the processes involved in providing primary health care, drug information, and clinical pharmacy services in different practice environments.

 

Real-World Experience and Employability

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Doctor of Pharmacy provides varied and diverse opportunities to observe, practice, and develop your pharmacy skills and knowledge in professional and simulated settings.

Student Experiential Placements
Across Years 2, 3 and 4, the faculty organizes structured placements for students in community and hospital pharmacies.

Integrated Paid Supervised Practice
In Year 5, you’ll undertake paid work-integrated learning alongside an Intern Training Program and elective studies. Students are responsible for organizing their own supervised practice position.

Active Learning and Authentic Assessment
The course emphasizes active learning through interactive workshops and authentic, scenario-based assessments. These teaching and learning methods are proven to assist you to best engage with complex material and ensure that technologies like AI are used responsibly.

Skills Coaching
An integrated skills coaching program helps you build crucial employability and professional skills, including problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication.

International Experiences
Pharmacy is a global profession, and Monash wants you to experience that in your degree. There are options to study abroad in Malaysia, the US, or Italy, with all studies counting for some credit.

Admission Requirements

Completed high school diploma
You must have completed a high school diploma to be eligible to apply.

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma Grade 12 – 87.90%
  • International Baccalaureate – 33
  • British Columbia Certificate of Graduation – 82%
  • Nova Scotia High School Graduation Diploma – 80%
  • Alberta High School Diploma – 82%

Subject prerequisites:

  • English
  • Chemistry
  • Higher-level mathematics (including calculus and advanced functions)

Admission Timeline

*Offers are made throughout the year based on academic merit and subject to availability in the program. You’re encouraged to apply as early as possible.