What subjects are needed to become a pharmacist in Australia

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What subjects are needed to become a pharmacist in Australia

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What subjects are needed to become a pharmacist in Australia

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Pharmacists – also known as chemists in Australia – are healthcare professionals responsible for supplying, dispensing and manufacturing medicines and advising on their appropriate use in community pharmacies and hospitals. To become a pharmacist in Australia you need to complete a 4-year tertiary degree, pass the Pharmacy Board of Australia registration requirements and participate in an internship with a registered pharmacist. There is strong growth predicted for this occupation over the next few years with opportunities available in many regions.

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What subjects are needed for pharmacist?

Admission requirement(s): A Senior Certificate or a relevant qualification, with at least a D symbol at Higher Grade, or a B symbol at Standard Grade for English, Mathematics, Physical Science and Biology. Applicants with Botany and/or Physiology in place of Biology will also be considered.

How long does it take to study pharmacy in Australia?

Undergraduate pharmacy courses in Australia are generally 4 years. This is followed by a 48 week paid internship, making this pathway 5 years in total.

Do pharmacists require maths?

Education & Training for a Pharmacist Prerequisite subjects, or assumed knowledge, in one or more of English, mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics are normally required.

Can I study pharmacy without physics?

A-level subject/ result requirements for Direct Entry candidates. In addition to the required WAEC subject combination for pharmacy, Direct Entry candidates are required to have Three (3)“A” level passes in Chemistry, Biology/Zoology and Physics or Mathematics.