Monash University

Master of Pharmaceutical Science

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Brought to you by the world #4 for Pharmacy and Pharmacology, the Master of Pharmaceutical Science will equip students with the knowledge and skills that they need for a career in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as in related industries such as cosmetics and food manufacturing. The MPharmSci offers an alternative qualification to a PhD, the traditional postgraduate pathway to employment in the sector. Where a PhD focuses on the discovery of new knowledge and the formal training to be a scientist, the MPharmSci offers students a breadth of expertise, plus industry knowledge and experience. The degree has been designed in consultation with major employers to ensure that the course content aligns with areas in the sector where there are skills gaps, and will culminate in an extended industrial or research placement, offering students valuable real-world experience. The degree is open to students who already have a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science and want to gain a competitive edge in the employment marke

Official
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters Degree
AQF 9
Campus
Other
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 105950C
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Course overview

Brought to you by the world #4 for Pharmacy and Pharmacology, the Master of Pharmaceutical Science will equip students with the knowledge and skills that they need for a career in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as in related industries such as cosmetics and food manufacturing. The MPharmSci offers an alternative qualification to a PhD, the traditional postgraduate pathway to employment in the sector. Where a PhD focuses on the discovery of new knowledge and the formal training to be a scientist, the MPharmSci offers students a breadth of expertise, plus industry knowledge and experience. The degree has been designed in consultation with major employers to ensure that the course content aligns with areas in the sector where there are skills gaps, and will culminate in an extended industrial or research placement, offering students valuable real-world experience. The degree is open to students who already have a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science and want to gain a competitive edge in the employment marke

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

Entry Level 1:96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full time, 4 years part time.(This entry point is available in semester one only)An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy or Science or Biomedical Science or Engineering (in an appropriate discipline e.g. Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Biomedical or Materials) with at least a credit (60%) average. Entry Level 2: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full time, 3 years part time.(This entry point is available in semester two only)An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent)in Pharmaceutical Science with at least a credit (60%) average. Entry Level 3: 48 points to completeDuration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time.(This entry point is available in semester one only)An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent)in Pharmaceutical Science with at least a distinction (70%) average. Or An Australian bachelor honours double degree(or equivalent) in Engineering and Pharmaceutical Science with at least a distinction (70%) average. Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 12 · R 13 · W 21 · S 18

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    Entry Level 1:96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full time, 4 years part time.(This entry point is available in semester one only)An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy or Science or Biomedical Science or Engineering (in an appropriate discipline e.g. Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Biomedical or Materials) with at least a credit (60%) average. Entry Level 2: 72 points to complete Duration: 1.5 years full time, 3 years part time.(This entry point is available in semester two only)An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent)in Pharmaceutical Science with at least a credit (60%) average. Entry Level 3: 48 points to completeDuration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time.(This entry point is available in semester one only)An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent)in Pharmaceutical Science with at least a distinction (70%) average. Or An Australian bachelor honours double degree(or equivalent) in Engineering and Pharmaceutical Science with at least a distinction (70%) average.

  • Additional entry requirement

    Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific score, discipline and additional requirements; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 1Parkville——$55,500per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 1Other———International students
2027 · Semester 2Other———International students
2027 · Semester 2Parkville———International students

Where it is taught

  • Other

    Primary

    VIC

  • Parkville

    381 Royal Parade, PARKVILLE, VIC, 3052, PARKVILLE, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of Pharmaceutical Sciencemonash.edu
  2. Monash Universitymonash.edu
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  16. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source
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Master of Pharmaceutical Science at Monash University: Fees & Entry Requirements