Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science

Play a key role in Australia's healthcare industry and become an expert in global challenges. Our Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science is the only degree of its kind in South Australia. This degree will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to work across a range of private and public sectors.

Over three years, you'll gain transferrable skills that are relevant on a global scale. You'll undertake a placement across diverse workplace settings aligned with your interests. Develop specialised knowledge in a range of areas, with the option to tailor your studies through specialised courses.

You'll learn from renowned researchers and leading academics, studying in state-of-the-art teaching facilities. As a pharmaceutical scientist, you'll graduate with a formidable set of skills that can be applied in a broad range of careers. Graduate with practical skills, ready to play a key role within the healthcare industry.

What you'll learn

The Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science is a unique three-year program. This Adelaide University degree emphasises the development and commercialisation of pharmaceutical products. From discovery to marketing, it will equip you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the pharmaceutical industry.

In your first year, you'll learn basic science concepts while exploring domestic and international influences on the pharmaceutical industry. Build essential skills in chemistry and biology. Develop an understanding of the social, cultural and environmental determinants of health. You'll also investigate the importance of pharmaceuticals on the health of Aboriginal Australians and disadvantaged populations.

During your second and third years, you'll dive into pharmacology and pharmacokinetics. Focus on drug discovery and development, exploring career-aligned areas of interest. Discover opportunities in research, quality control, clinical trials and commercialisation of medicines.

Tailor your studies to suit your interests in second year, with the option to choose specialised courses in areas like chemistry, biosciences and marketing.

In third year, gain relevant industry experience with a work placement or focused research project across an industrial, clinical or research sector. You'll also get valuable international pharmaceutical industry experience through potential overseas study. Graduate with a broad perspective of the health industry and its sectors, ready for a range of careers.

The Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science is also available as a double degree with the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours).