Doctor of Pharmacy
Curtin University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
Curtin University's Doctor of Pharmacy degree. This program provides graduates with advanced knowledge in pharmacy applicable across a range of practice settings. Learnings will include recent developments in full scope of practice, and knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the practice of a pharmacist. Extensive work integrated learning will allow students to demonstrate competence in and commitment to the knowledge, skills and behaviours of a pharmacist. After Australian Pharmacy Council accreditation, graduates from this program will have completed the pre-registration training requirements to be eligible to sit the exams for registration as a pharmacist with the Pharmacy Board of Australia. Master Degrees (Extended) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Year 1: Advanced Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics 3 Year 2: Medicines in Practice 1
- Medicines in Practice 2
- Medicines in Practice 3
- Professional Pharmacy Internship
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Admissions
Applicants must have completed a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (or equivalent) from another Australian university. Entry to the course is competitive, and strong academic achievement is required. Applicants for a Master Degree (Extended) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; . Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate.
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