RMIT University

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences

RMIT University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00122A

You will learn about the human body and the use of drugs to treat disease. Throughout your pharmaceutical studies, you will develop knowledge about the human body, the action of drugs in them, and ways in which the pharmaceutical industry can deliver more reliable, accessible and effective treatments. In addition to an understanding of pharmacology and physiology, this biomedical science degree will teach you about the development of new drugs, the clinical use of medications, and the legal and regulatory aspects of developing medicines. You will gain an understanding of biochemistry, cell biology, and physiology, and an in-depth knowledge of pharmacology, clinical trials, drug development, and therapeutics, to prepare you for a multidisciplinary career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Structure

Total Credit Points: 288

Standard entry requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).

Recognition

Graduates may join the following Australian professional societies: Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists to the Pharmaceutical Industry (ARCS); Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association (APSA); Australasian Society of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacologists and Toxicologists (ASCEPT); AusBiotech

Study pathways

Depending on the stream chosen, graduates of the Associate Degree in Applied Science who achieve a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or greater are guaranteed entry into the second year (equivalent to 120 credit points) of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences). Graduates with a GPA of less than 2.0 may apply, and if successful in gaining a place, may be eligible for exemptions. Graduates of the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology), or the Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) may also be eligible to apply for exemptions of up to one year.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Bundoora Domestic: $106,560
International: $123,840
  • ATAR: 70.60
No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years

Further information

The type of careers this qualification leads to may include biomedical research in hospitals, biotechnology sector, clinical trial centres, government regulatory authorities, pharmaceutical companies, universities and research institutes.

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