Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
Medicine
A course by
University of Auckland
A four-year undergraduate programme designed to train students to become registered pharmacists, with a strong focus on patient-centred care and professional practice in various healthcare settings.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Grafton, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
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Develop clinical and professional skills
Gain the ability to interact and collaborate with other health professionals, patients, and the public.
Understand pharmaceutical sciences
Study chemical, biological, and medical science foundations central to pharmacy.
Apply critical thinking and problem solving
Utilise research evidence to inform clinical decision-making and problem-solve in pharmacy contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) at the University of Auckland equips students with the knowledge and skills required for a career in pharmacy. The programme incorporates integrated, experience-based learning, real-world placements, and practical training to develop expertise in clinical, professional, and patient assessment areas. Graduates will work as part of healthcare teams and play an important role in the safe and effective use of medicines, supporting individual patients and wider communities.
Course Content
- Pharmaceutical science and practice
- Applied sciences for pharmacy
- Drug treatments for diseases
- Patient assessment and clinical skills
- Research inquiry in pharmacy
- Placements in pharmacy and clinical settings
- General education course
- Academic English language competency
What you need to know first
Completion of core first-year courses in biological sciences, medical science, and population health at the University of Auckland (e.g. BHSc or BSc pathways)
English language competency
Attendance at a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) if shortlisted
No direct secondary school entry; applicants must apply under the first-year entry category or alternative admission
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Pharmacy
Healthcare
Future employment opportunities might be
Community pharmacist
Hospital pharmacist
Health sector manager
Pharmaceutical researcher
Pharmaceutical writer
Medicines quality control pharmacist
Medicines regulator
Prescribing adviser
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