Australian Pharmacy Schools in Australia

University of Newcastle Pharmacy School

Program Overview - Master of Pharmacy

University and Faculty:	University of Newcastle Faculty of Health
Program:	Master of Pharmacy
University Location:	Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
City Population:	150,000
Student Population:	26,000
Campus Location:	Callaghan, Newcastle, New South Wales
Program Duration:	Two years (six semesters in total)
Semester Intake:	Late January each year
Next Intake:	January, 2012
Est. Total Tuition:	$63,360 AUD (estimated over program duration based on 2010 fees; fees subject to change)

Pharmacists are one of the most accessible health care professionals who work closely with patients to assist them with managing their medicines and disease states as well as promoting health and improving quality of life.

The role of the pharmacist encompasses counselling patients on the best use of medications, providing advice on symptoms, the management of common ailments, preparing and formulating medications and providing health education. The Pharmacy program is intended to build on the knowledge base gained from previous undergraduate coursework studies.

The University of Newcastle Bachelor of Pharmacy program's focus is on material that specifically provides the skills required to practise as a pharmacist and contains two elective courses, allowing students to further tailor the program to suit their particular interests. The main study program focuses on areas such as pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacy management and epidemiology.

Unique Features of the Program

The Master of Pharmacy program consists of lectures, practicals, tutorials and experiential learning through clinical placements. The courses offered build upon the knowledge base gained from the student's previous undergraduate coursework and focuses on material that specifically relates to the skills required by a pharmacist.

Professional Certification/Accreditation Information

Graduate qualifications in Pharmacy from Australian universities are recognized internationally. Graduates from Canada, who wish to become a pharmacist upon their return to Canada, should visit the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada website for accreditation and certification information: http://www.pebc.ca/

Why Canadians Like the Program

Canadian students enjoy this program because it is short in duration and allows them to complete clinical placements. As well, students enjoy the campus location and surroundings, as it provides them with a relaxing atmosphere in which they may study.

Scholarships

Each and every student who applies directly, and accepts their offer, via OzTREKK and commences their studies at an OzTREKK Australian university will receive a $500 scholarship from OzTREKK. Click here for more information about the OzTREKK Scholarship!

Admissions Criteria/Entry Requirements for Canadians

Applicants are required to have completed an undergraduate program. During their university studies, applicants should have completed university level chemistry, mathematics, human biology, biochemistry/molecular biology, and pharmacology/physiology to meet program prerequisites. Desirable prerequisite courses include statistics and microbiology, however these are not mandatory.

If you have commenced or completed a university degree or any post-secondary studies, your most recent studies will be assessed in terms of your grades.

Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Meeting minimum entry requirements does not guarantee entry to the University's undergraduate programs.

Total Number of Places in the Program: no set limit

Application Deadline: While there is no set application deadline, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible in the calendar year for the next year's intake.

OzTREKK Admissions Officer: Nicole Buchanan