Pharmacy
Source: https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health-gsh/pharmacy Parent: https://www.uts.edu.au/for-students/health-gsh
Use the power of science to help people heal
Got a mind for chemistry and an interest in health? Pharmacy might be for you. With a wealth of job opportunities, this sector offers you the chance to make a real difference in the lives of people across Australia and the world.
Studying at UTS means getting all the skills, knowledge, insight and expertise you need to join these valuable and trusted professions, where you’ll play a critical role in creating a better, healthier and happier world.
- build
Job postings
## 38,800 currently employed
There are almost 40,000 pharmacists currently employed in Australia.
Jobs and Skills Australia 2024 - payments
Industry outlook
## $11.4 billion per year
Australia’s pharmaceutical product manufacturing industry employs more than 16,000 people and is worth billions per year.
IBISWorld 2024 - trophy
Internationally ranked
## #7 in Australia
UTS is ranked among the top 10 universities in Australia for Pharmacy and Pharmacology studies.
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
Study options
play_arrow
Where could a Master of Pharmacy take you?
Meet Cooper, a Master of Pharmacy graduate from UTS. Cooper shares how his passion for healthcare and science led him to pharmacy, and how hands-on clinical learning and real-world placements at UTS prepared him to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives.
Read transcript
close
Where could a Master of Pharmacy take you? transcript
0:00:00.690,0:00:03.360\ The healthcare space\ has always interested me,
0:00:03.360,0:00:06.780\ but I wanted something beyond\ the conventional, a career
0:00:06.780,0:00:09.750\ where I could shape patient\ outcomes and the future of care.
0:00:10.860,0:00:14.130\ From the moment I started the\ Master of Pharmacy at UTS,
0:00:14.130,0:00:16.560\ I could see how the\ pharmacist's role has evolved
0:00:16.560,0:00:19.770\ beyond traditional dispensing\ to a wider scope of practice
0:00:19.770,0:00:21.180\ and career opportunities.
0:00:22.110,0:00:25.080\ What stood out to me was how\ practical the program is.
0:00:25.080,0:00:27.630\ Every subject reflects\ real pharmacy practice,
0:00:27.630,0:00:28.740\ and what we learned in class
0:00:28.740,0:00:30.990\ I could apply straight away on placement.
0:00:30.990,0:00:33.510\ That gave me the confidence\ to connect with patients
0:00:33.510,0:00:35.610\ and make a difference from day one.
0:00:35.610,0:00:38.400\ The lecturers make the\ experience even better.
0:00:38.400,0:00:40.650\ They're leaders in their\ fields, and the knowledge
0:00:40.650,0:00:42.600\ and connections they bring open doors
0:00:42.600,0:00:44.370\ to global industry networks
0:00:44.370,0:00:46.680\ and the people shaping\ the future of pharmacy.
0:00:48.030,0:00:51.690\ At UTS opportunities go\ far beyond the coursework.
0:00:51.690,0:00:54.270\ We're encouraged to take\ part in industry programs
0:00:54.270,0:00:56.250\ and gain a variety of experience,
0:00:56.250,0:00:58.783\ and it has truly shaped my\ journey.
0:00:58.783,0:00:59.733\ Through my placements,
0:00:59.733,0:01:02.340\ I've seen just how vital pharmacists are,
0:01:02.340,0:01:04.650\ from playing a crucial\ role in rural settings
0:01:04.650,0:01:07.230\ to driving innovation in\ the pharmaceutical industry.
0:01:08.670,0:01:11.730\ I'm not sure which path\ I'll follow as a pharmacist,
0:01:11.730,0:01:13.020\ but what I do know is
0:01:13.020,0:01:16.020\ that my experiences here have\ shown me the many ways I can
0:01:16.020,0:01:18.870\ make an impact and has\ inspired me to keep pushing
0:01:18.870,0:01:21.060\ for better outcomes for my patients.
Related study areas
This pharmaceutical science major combines a range of medical science subjects with extended learning in chemistry and pharmacology.
A nursing or midwifery qualification can take you far, with opportunities in public and private health, research, academia, policy, regulation and more, both in Australia and abroad.
Public health is dedicated to helping people across our whole society live healthier, happier lives. With opportunities in government, non-profit and private settings, it’s an ideal choice for people who are passionate about wellbeing.
Sport and exercise careers are ideal for individuals passionate about human health, physical activity and peak performance. Secure your place in this multi-billion-dollar global industry with a degree from UTS.
Our Allied Health programs have been designed to meet industry needs. You’ll get hands-on skills in clinical settings, in areas such as clinical exercise physiology, genetic counselling, physiotherapy, orthoptics, pharmacy and speech pathology.
If you’re fascinated by the way our brains work, a career in Psychology could be the perfect fit for you.
Find more Graduate School of Health (GSH) courses
Return to Graduate School of Health
Upcoming events
calendar_today
On-demand
location_on
Online
attach_money
Free admission
calendar_today
On-demand
attach_money
Free admission
### Postgraduate UTS Business School On-Demand Videos
calendar_today
On-demand
location_on
Online
attach_money
Free admission
### Recording: Accountability, resistance and disruption – The future of disability policy
location_on
Online
attach_money
Free admission
calendar_today
On-demand
location_on
Online
attach_money
Free admission
calendar_today
On-demand
attach_money
Free admission
### Postgraduate UTS Business School On-Demand Videos
calendar_today
On-demand
location_on
Online
attach_money
Free admission
### Recording: Accountability, resistance and disruption – The future of disability policy
location_on
Online
attach_money
Free admission
arrow_back
arrow_back
arrow_forward
Contact us
Frequently asked questions
Use the buttons to expand or collapse the section.
-
To study a master's degree, do I need to have an undergraduate degree in a science-related field?
No. For most of our masters degrees (excluding Clinical Psychology), as long as you have an Australian-recognised bachelor degree, you can meet the prerequisites through non-award study (or other means) and still be eligible to apply.
For information specific to your course, check the requirements on your course’s information page. - ### When can I start my masters degree?
Most of our programs commence in the Autumn Session, except our Good Manufacturing Practice courses which start in both Autumn and Spring Sessions. - ### Can I work while study a master's degree?
All of our master programs, except Good Manufacturing Practice, involve a full-time load with placements held during the break. Most of our students focus on their studies, however there are some students that do manage to fit in minimal part-time work. - ### Do you offer Commonwealth Supported Places?
Commonwealth supported places are available to domestic students in all undergraduate courses.\ \ Some postgraduate Commonwealth Supported Places are available to eligible students in the Master of Pharmacy program. This is a higher education place for which the Government contributes to the course fee.
These places are competitive and automatically offered to top applicants based on their undergraduate GPA and application interview. - ### I’ve seen that I need to complete some prerequisites. Can you check if I meet them?
Send a copy of your transcript to GSH.Future@uts.edu.au and our academic team can pre-assess whether you meet the prerequisites. - ### Do I need work experience?
The depends on your course - for Clinical Psychology and Genetic Counselling, yes. You can check out the exact requirements on your course information page.
For all other disciplines, work experience is not a requirement to apply for the degree. - ### Can I transfer to UTS from a different university?
Yes, although you will need to apply. Application information is available at domestic applications and international applicants.
If you transfer to UTS, you may be able to receive credit towards your new course based on your previous study through recognition of prior learning. - ### I have a previous qualification in a different field – will this support my application?
If you have studied a previous qualification it can be considered for admissions purposes. Visit admissions and eligibility for more information.
You may also be eligible for credit towards your new course through recognition of prior learning (RPL). - ### Can I defer my study?
Whether you can defer depends on several factors. Some courses do not allow you to defer. You cannot defer if you commence your course in the Spring or Summer session.
Visit deferring an offer for more information. - ### Is it possible to study part-time?
Domestic applicants can study part-time by enrolling in a less than full time study load. Visit study load for more information.
If you’re an international student on a student visa, you must maintain a full-study load.
If you want to study part-time, apply for permission to reduce your study load. - ### Is it possible to study a course online?
If you are interested in online study, we offer online-only courses through UTS Online. - ### Can I study a UTS subject if I am a student at another university?
Yes, although you will need to apply. If you are studying at a different university, cross-institutional study allows you to enrol in UTS subjects and receive credit for them towards your course.
More information is available at cross-institutional study. - ### Can I register for a tour of the UTS campus?
Yes – UTS runs free campus tours throughout the year.
Visit register for a UTS campus tour to secure a spot.