The University of Sydney
Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOur Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice is the only tertiary education/university level program of its kind offered in NSW that will provide graduates with the training, experience and education needed for professional registration as a pharmacist.
Our course incorporates an Intern Training Program to enable pharmacy graduates to meet the legal requirements to register as a pharmacist in Australia.
Registered pharmacists may complete the course by choosing four other units of study in place of those relating to the Intern Training Program.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- Camperdown, NSW
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington, NSW
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown, NSW
- Manning Rd, Camperdown, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- A bachelor's degree or higher award in Pharmacy from the University of Sydney, or qualifications deemed by the Faculty to be equivalent and
- A provisional (intern) pharmacist registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia prior to commencing the Intern Training Program component of the course; or
- A general (non–intern) pharmacist registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia are also eligible to enrol in the course (excluding the Intern Training Program component).
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Pharmacist
A Clinical Pharmacist ensures the safe and effective use of medications within healthcare settings. You might work in hospitals, clinics, or commun...
Oncology Pharmacist
An Oncology Pharmacist specialises in the preparation and dispensing of medications for cancer patients. You might work in a hospital, cancer centr...
Community Pharmacist
A Community Pharmacist provides essential healthcare services, primarily focusing on dispensing medications and offering advice on their safe use....
Pharmacist
A Pharmacist dispenses medicines and other pharmaceutical treatments. You might work in a chemist or be employed at a hospital or other health faci...
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