Bachelor of Pharmacy [B.Pharm]
Field of Study:
$28,733 /Yr
Program Overview – Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) at the University of Newcastle is a 4-year, full-time program designed to equip students with foundational and clinical pharmacy knowledge, including pharmacology, therapeutics, and pharmacy practice. Delivered in New South Wales, the program integrates extensive workplace experience and culminates in an honours research project. IELTS 7.0 (no band below 6.5) is required. Employment rate for pharmacy graduates in Australia exceeds 92%, and the admission acceptance rate is estimated at 60–70% for international students.
Fees – Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
Annual tuition fees for international students in 2025 are AUD $46,715, with estimated living expenses around AUD $25,000 per year. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is mandatory and included in your offer.
Important Dates – Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
The next intake is Semester 2, 2026 (July). Applications should be submitted by 11 July 2026. Early applications are advised to allow visa processing and accommodation arrangements.
Semester-wise Modules and Credits – Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
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Year |
Stage |
Integrated Modules (120 credits each) |
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1 |
Stage 1 |
Fundamentals of Pharmacy: Science & Practice |
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– covers body systems, pharmacology, chemistry, microbiology, professional & communication skills (120 credits) |
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2 |
Stage 2 |
Pharmaceutical Care: Pathology, Patients & Professionalism |
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– includes abnormal pathology, disease treatment, pharmacy law, medicines management & workplace exposure (120 credits) |
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3 |
Stage 3 |
Applied Pharmaceutical Interventions: Design, Delivery & Decisions |
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– patient case studies, polypharmacy, adverse event monitoring, formulation sciences & placements (120 credits) |
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4 |
Stage 4 |
• Research Project (60 credits): independent, staff-supervised research in pharmacy science (e.g., formulation, pharmacology, microbiology, practice) |
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• Targeted Therapeutics: Optimisation, Critique & Responsibility (60 credits): in-depth oncology, immunology, advanced formulation & personalised medicine (total 120 credits) |
Important Alert
- Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Trimester 2 - Mar 16, 2026
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $28733 (AUD 44205) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| On Campus Living including Meal | $17069 (AUD 26260) |
| Health Insurance | $585 (AUD 900) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $27892 (AUD 42910) |
| 2022 | NA (0) |
| 2021 | $17361 (AUD 26709) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For 2025 Intake Trimester 3 | |
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Trimester 1 | |
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Semester 1 | |
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Trimester 2 | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Trimester 3 | Jun 22, 2026 |
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake Semester 2 | Jun 22, 2026 |
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TOP Scholarships
| Scholarship name | Award amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| International Excellence Scholarship | 20% of Gross Annual International Tuition fees | To be eligible, you must be a full-fee paying international student starting an eligible CRICOS-registered program, not hold another university scholarship (unless approved), and demonstrate financial capacity if requested. |
Key Resources for Your Study Abroad Journey
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 650/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,275/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,300/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| Business Administration Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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