Master of Pharmacy via Bachelor of Biomedical Science
University of Western Australia - Crawley
Overview
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Our Bachelor of Biomedical Science encompasses the biological basis of human structure and function, and the application of this knowledge to disease, wellbeing and society. It’s an exciting degree designed to meet growing global demand for health graduates.
Why study this degree at UWA:
- You’ll be taught by world-class researchers in cutting-edge laboratories and tutorial rooms and network with some of the world’s brightest minds
- Classes are taught at the UWA Health Campus, located on the QEIIMC site in Nedlands. It’s the largest medical centre in the southern hemisphere and surrounded by major public hospitals and internationally renowned organisations.
- This degree may include laboratory-based learning, practical industry placements, or research projects, ensuring you are ready to enter the global workforce
Master of Pharmacy
The Master of Pharmacy is your professional postgraduate qualification for registration as a pharmacist in Australia. This course provides advanced study in the areas of pharmacy practice, clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, pharmacotherapy and health systems, and includes practical training in community and hospital pharmacies.
Why study this degree at UWA:
- Every student participates in a work based training (e.g. placements in community and hospital pharmacies)
- Eligible students can participate in alternative placements in rural Australia and International locations
- Small yearly intake means students benefit from a lot of one-to-one interaction with academic and professional staff
- Taught by world renowned academics who are leaders in their field
Prerequisites
Majors
Any Biomedical Science undergraduate major can be taken however students wishing to study Master of Pharmacy are advised to complete the Pharmacology major as part of their undergraduate degree.
Pharmacology Major
Pharmacology is the branch of science that seeks to provide a deep understanding of the effects of drugs on the human body. Topics explored include how medicines produce their effects on specific body systems such as the cardiovascular or central nervous systems, and how drugs act at the cellular and molecular level. How can we avoid their toxic effects? How does the body protect itself against drugs and other foreign chemicals? Why do many drugs work better in some patients than in others?
Prerequisites:
- Prerequisite subjects of your chosen major, and interview (1)
(1) A competitive selection process will apply. ATAR or equivalent Chemistry and Mathematics Applications or higher recommended.
Recommended subjects:
The following ATAR or equivalent subjects are recommended as they will fulfil some of the prerequisites for the MPharm, or may be taken as Level 1 university units
- Chemistry
- Maths Applications or above
Potential Career Outcomes
Pharmacist* in Community, Hospital Pharmacy or Consultant Pharmacy, pharmaceutical researcher, policy adviser, health promotion officer, biochemist, laboratory manager,
* Postgraduate studies required.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2021.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 99.95 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 98.95 | 98.95 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 96.05 | 98.00 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Western Australia website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
University of Western Australia
Campus
Crawley
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Science
Indicative ATAR
96.05
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: Unknown
Course Link
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Please note that these statistics simply refer to the information we have in our database. This is not an exhaustive list of courses offered at University of Western Australia. Please refer to the institution's website for the most current information.
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