C04395v1 Master of Pharmacy (International)
Award(s): Master of Pharmacy (International) (MPharm(Int))CRICOS code: 098389G
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 156
Course EFTSL: 3.5
Location: City campus
Notes
It is recommended that domestic and international students apply before 31 October. Applications close once all places have been filled. It is recommended to apply early, as applications and eligibility for interviews are assessed on a rolling basis.
Indigenous applicants should apply via UTS Student Portal and are contacted by the Professor of Practice in Indigenous Health with further information. Indigenous applicants are welcome to submit cultural and/or community referees to accompany their application.
Commonwealth Supported Places
There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available in this course, which are competitive and awarded based on merit. To be considered for a CSP, applicants must:
- Indicate their interest in a CSP on their application.
- Apply on time in line with CSP deadlines (it is recommended applicants apply early as applications are assessed progressively).
Eligible applicants must accept their offer by the lapse date to retain their place. Please note that due to the competitive nature of the course, applicants may not receive their CSP outcome until commencement of Autumn B session.
For application deadlines and information, please refer to Postgraduate courses with Commonwealth Supported Places.
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Applications
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Rules and regulations
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
The Master of Pharmacy (International) is an accredited three-year graduate-entry degree leading to eligibility for registration as a pharmacist. The course is an Australian first, extending the Master of Pharmacy (C04252) program to include a one-year overseas clinical placement. This allows students to expand their knowledge even further, gaining practice-based experience of pharmacy in a global context and an understanding of the international factors that influence pharmacy practice and healthcare provision. Overseas clinical placements include those in Canada, Germany or the United Kingdom. Language and culture subjects cater to both beginners and students with prior language knowledge. The course is innovative and practice-based in approach, building on students' strong scientific foundation to provide specialist, comprehensive knowledge relevant to contemporary pharmacy practice. In addition to the pharmaceutical sciences, this includes professional pharmacy services, integrated therapeutics and the unique capstone subject, 96014 Molecule to Market. Two elective subjects provide students with the opportunity to individualise their studies.
Developed by leading pharmacy academics and an expert educational designer, the course's subject matter is delivered in an integrated, student-focused manner, making use of cutting-edge technologies and strong links with the pharmacy profession. Expert guest lecturers and practitioner teachers are utilised throughout the course to ensure relevance and real-world application of content.
In addition to the one-year international placement, students undertake clinical practice in a wide variety of settings sourced by UTS throughout the degree. This includes a guaranteed hospital pharmacy placement for eligible students. On-campus learning takes place in the Graduate School of Health's state-of-the-art education and research facility, which opened in 2019.
Course aims
The course aims to prepare graduates to be registered pharmacists who can succeed in a global context and work in expanded roles within changing medical, social, political and regulatory contexts. This is achieved by going beyond traditional educational models so students engage in self-directed and problem-based learning to develop leadership skills, gain experience with emerging technologies, develop independent thinking and cultural awareness, facilitate practice-based experience in pharmacy in another country and build a network of internationally recognised researchers, teachers and pharmacists.
Career options
Career options include: community pharmacy; professional pharmacy services; hospital pharmacy; drug research, design and development; professional roles in pharmaceutical industry; primary health care; consultancy; education; government and policy; the armed forces; and non-profit organisations.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 01.02 | Reflect on knowledge, skills and attributes required for the evaluation and integration of emerging evidence into practice, promoting the growth of personal and professional learning and the education of others. |
| 01.03 | Analyse and synthesise knowledge of health science concepts and theory, and apply skills of scientific research and clinical reasoning to support decision-making in pharmacy practice. |
| 01.10 | Demonstrate resilience, independence, adaptability and leadership of self in a dynamic global environment, displaying a reflective and enquiring mind. |
| 02.01 | Demonstrate safe and competent operational, interpersonal and clinical skills for the benefit and care of patients and the wider community. |
| 02.04 | Engage in team undertakings, adopting a range of roles in diverse teams, building cohesion and maximising team contributions. |
| 02.05 | Demonstrate sound ethical, compassionate and respectful patient-focused care, taking responsibility for personal health and wellbeing. |
| 02.06 | Capably communicate to patients, their families, carers and members of the healthcare team, contribute to wider health education and promotion, choosing and adapting communication modes to address cultural and linguistic diversity. |
| 02.08 | Represent pharmacy perspectives in multidisciplinary environments, and optimise patient outcomes through self-awareness and acknowledgement of the contributions of other health care disciplines. |
| 03.07 | Integrate into daily practice knowledge of health systems and concerns in national and global communities, with awareness of the social and cultural contexts of health to meet the diverse needs of individuals and communities. |
| 04.09 | Acquire specialised knowledge and skills to inform professional cultural capability to work effectively with and for, Indigenous Australians across the pharmacy profession. |
Admission requirements
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.
Applicants must have the following:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 4/7 AND Completed the following prerequisite subjects at a tertiary level within the last 10 years:
- one pharmacology subject
- two chemistry subjects
- one biochemistry subject
- one human physiology subject, and
- one mathematics or statistics subject
AND
- Communication skills, interpersonal skills, interest in pharmacy, and commitment to pharmacy as a career (assessed through an interview) AND For applicants with a pharmacy degree completed overseas, demonstrated motivation for repeating a pharmacy qualification (assessed through a personal statement)
Prerequisite checking
All prerequisite subjects must be assessed and approved by the school. Prerequisite subject approvals are subject to change as they undergo an annual academic review (a new assessment is required for each new intake). Prerequisites may be completed as non-award units at a recognised tertiary institution if applicants did not complete them as part of their undergraduate degree.
Prior to applications opening, applicants may submit a Prerequisite Assessment Table to gsh.future@uts.edu.au for pre-assessment. A pre-assessment is not required to apply. Pre-assessments will not be conducted once applications open.
Prior to commencing a subject to fulfil this requirement, applicants should request a pre-assessment by emailing gsh.future@uts.edu.au.
Professional and clinical requirements
All successful applicants are required to:
- acquire a Working With Children Check and an Australian National Police Check
- complete a series of NSW Health forms including a Code of Conduct
- demonstrate evidence of protection against a number of specified infectious diseases
Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application
All applicants:
- Completed Prerequisite Assessment Table
For applicants with a pharmacy degree completed overseas:
- Personal statement demonstrating motivation to study the course and outlining reasons for repeating a pharmacy qualification.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: minimum 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in each subtest; or TOEFL: iBT: minimum 94 overall with a minimum score of 24 for reading and listening, 23 for speaking and 27 for writing; or PTE: minimum 65 overall with a minimum score of 65 in each subtest.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Applications
Local students
Domestic applicants can apply directly.
Applications should include a certified copy of any relevant academic transcript(s), subject outlines, and any other relevant supporting documentation.
International students
International applicants apply via UTS: International.
International applicants, in addition to the above requirements, are required to obtain a police certificate/criminal clearance from every country they have resided in. If a country does not issue police certificates/criminal clearances, applicants are required to complete a Statutory Declaration for Overseas Students.
Course duration and attendance
The course is an intensive three-year, full-time degree including a one-year international placement. Students are not permitted to enrol part time.
In addition to coursework during sessions, students are required to undertake weekly clinical placements during session and block clinical placements during mid-session breaks.
Course structure
This course comprises a total of 156 credit points. Students undertake a total of 16 6-credit-point subjects, four 6-credit-point clinical subjects and two 18-credit-point international placement subjects.
Overseas study
Students complete a one-year placement at an international site.
Course completion requirements
| STM90755 Core stream (Pharmacy) | 108cp | |
| STM91302 Core stream (Pharmacy International) | 36cp | |
| CBK90641 Electives (Pharmacy) | 12cp | |
| Total | 156cp |
Course program
A typical course program is provided below.
| Autumn B commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn B Session | ||
| 96001 Introduction to Pharmacy | 6cp | |
| 96002 Concepts in Pharmaceutical Sciences | 6cp | |
| 96003 Pharmaceutics | 6cp | |
| 96004 Professional Services 1 | 6cp | |
| 96015 Clinical Practice 1 | 6cp | |
| Spring B Session | ||
| 96005 Professional Services 2 | 6cp | |
| 96006 Integrated Therapeutics 1 | 6cp | |
| 96007 Drug Disposition | 6cp | |
| 96858 Evidence-based Primary Health Care | 6cp | |
| 96024 Clinical Practice 2 | 6cp | |
| Summer session | ||
| 96025 Clinical Practice 3 | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn B Session | ||
| 96009 Professional Services 3 | 6cp | |
| 96010 Integrated Therapeutics 2 | 6cp | |
| 96011 Primary Health Care | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90641 Electives (Pharmacy) | 12cp | |
| Spring B Session | ||
| 96077 International Placement 1 | 18cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn B Session | ||
| 96078 International Placement 2 | 18cp | |
| July session | ||
| 96017 Clinical Practice 4 | 6cp | |
| Spring B Session | ||
| 96012 Professional Services 4 | 6cp | |
| 96013 Integrated Therapeutics 3 | 6cp | |
| 96014 Molecule to Market | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK90641 Electives (Pharmacy) | 12cp | |
Rules and regulations
Inherent Requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are inherent in or essential to the successful completion of a course. The inherent requirements framework for the Master of Pharmacy (International) is based on the following six themes:
- Legal and Behavioural Requirements;
- Communication Tasks – verbal; written; non-verbal;
- Cognitive/Intellectual Tasks – literacy; numeracy; knowledge and information;
- Sensory Tasks – visual; auditory; tactile;
- Physical Tasks – gross and fine motor requirements; and
- Sustainable Performance.
It is a requirement of this course to complete a number of clinical placements. Clinical placements involve a pharmacy student going into a clinical setting to undertake the practical components of the course required for registration. If a student has a condition or disability that prevents them from completing a placement, completion of the degree may be hindered. Students should consult the full inherent requirements.
Professional recognition
This program has been granted accreditation by the Australian Pharmacy Council and is approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia as a qualification leading to registration as a pharmacist in Australia.
Upon completion of the degree, graduates must complete a compulsory pre-registration training period and Intern Training Program in order to be eligible for registration.
International students
International students intending to apply for registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia must meet the Pharmacy English Language Skills Registration Standard.
Other information
Register to attend an information session and/or contact:
UTS: Pharmacy
email gsh.future@uts.edu.au
telephone +61 2 9514 1448