Pharmacy & Pharmacology

Pharmacology is the branch of medicine and biology concerned with the study of drug action, where a drug can be broadly defined as any man-made, natural, or endogenous substance.

Pharmacy is the science and technique of preparing and dispensing the drugs studied and produced by pharmacologists. It links health with chemical sciences to ensure safe and effective use of pharmaceutical drugs.

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Skills

Common Degree/Major Names

BSc	Chemistry for Drug Discovery
BSc	Clinical Pharmacology
BSc	Medical Pharmacology
BSc	Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
BSc	Pharmaceutical Chemistry
BSc	Pharmaceutical Science
BSc	Pharmaceutical Science
BSc	Pharmacology
BSc	Pharmacology
BSc	Pharmacology and Drug Discovery
BSc/BPharm	Pharmacy
MPharm	Pharmacy
BSc	Toxicology

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Useful Skills

	Aiming High
	Analytical
	Attention to Detail
	Data Manipulation
	Design Mindset
	Empathy
	ICT
	Idea Visualisation
	Leadership
	Listening
	Mathematical
	Organisation
	Practical (working with your hands)

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Pharmacy

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Pharmaceutical Sciences

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Institution	Country	Campus Type	Size	Education Model	Selectivity
University of Melbourne	Austalia	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	The Melbourne curriculum enables students to explore their passions and strengths, while giving the flexibility to specialise when students are ready. We offer seven bachelors degrees in the Melbourne curriculum – arts, biomedicine, commerce, design, fine arts, music, and science – covering over 100 different study areas. We also offer specialist degrees in agriculture and oral health, where everything students study is structured for the chosen discipline. Students start with a three-year bachelors degree. Once completed, they can enter the workforce with a broad knowledge base and career-ready skills. Or, gain specialised knowledge via a graduate degree or in graduate research. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PubbNsh5zyQ	Merit based entry for UG. Students who receive IB score and meet prerequisite subjects are guaranteed an offer. No interview, reference letters, personal statement required.
Curtin University	Australia	Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	We are a global university recognised for innovation in learning and teaching, with our curriculum, learning experiences and delivery methods highly responsive to the changing needs of industry and careers. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses provide you with the right skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to follow your passion and put it to work at Curtin.	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) - Some programs (like our quota health programs) have a high selective rate due to minimal places available. Other courses like arts and commerce are easier to achieve in admission in if the minimum score has been achieved.
Murdoch University	Australia	Suburban Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Murdoch University offers undergraduate (Bachelor) and postgraduate (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master) level degree programs with a specialisation in environmental, sustainability, conservation and veterinary science.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
UNSW Sydney	Australia	City Island Campus, Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	UNSW’s strategic priorities actively address the challenges we face today - from climate change and renewable energies to lifesaving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies. We aim to make an impact on people’s lives around the world. In 2020, UNSW evolved its motto to “Scientia corde mente et manu” - Knowledge by Heart, Mind and Hand. This is more than just a slogan of renewed values and aspirations. It captures the fact that we serve higher purpose, and are committed to serving society through knowledge sharing and new discovery.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Queensland	Australia	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	You'll be inspired by passionate and engaging lecturers who are ready to empower you with the skills, confidence and knowledge you need to face a future of unknowns. At UQ, we're committed to enriching your studies and developing your employability to prepare you for a career you'll love. We support you to gain knowledge, leadership skills and adopt an innovative mindset.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
St George's, University of London	UK	City Island Campus	Small Institution <5000	Medicine, Allied Health, Life Sciences	Selective (25-50% admitted) MBBS is an 'extremely selective' programme; Others are 'selective'
Keele University		Rural Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Integrated or Thematic degrees	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Queens University	Canada	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Medical-Doctoral Research University	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
University of Brighton	UK	City Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Integrated or Thematic degrees, Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution, Vocationally Focused Institution (multiple integrated internships)
University of Southampton	UK, Malaysia	City Campus, City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	We are a research focused institution offering single subject degrees, joint honours, integrated degrees as well as Liberal Arts and Science.
University of Florida	USA	Rural Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Purdue University-Main Campus	USA	Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Tier one research institution in the U.S. Many opportunities for undergraduate research.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of East Anglia (UEA)	UK	Suburban Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
The University of Hong Kong (HKU)	Hong Kong	City Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated and Thematic degrees, Researched Focused Institution	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Syracuse University	USA	City Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	We offer both liberal arts and pre-professional programs of study, with a flexible curriculum.	Selective (25-50% admitted) Rates of admission vary by intended program of study
UBC - University of British Columbia	Canada	Suburban Campus, City Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	We offer a flexible approach to academics that allows learners to choose their own path to success.	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted) - Admission is competitive and holistic - different courses and campuses will vary in requirements.
Trinity College Dublin	Ireland	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Single or Joint honours focus (but with some flexibility in pathways, and opportunities to undertake electives in different disciplines).	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Queen Mary, University of London	UK, Malta	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Strong research driven world class experience	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
UCAM Catholic University of Murcia Spain	Spain	Suburban Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Catholic rigour and love of teaching and learning. Open to all faiths	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
University of Westminster	UK	Urban City	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Single subject focus	Highly Selective (Media, Fashion, Architecture, Arts), Less Selective
Cardiff University	UK	City Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	We have 350 different courses in a wide range of subjects	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Reading	UK, Malaysia	Suburban Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Single subject and extensive joint honours	Not given by institution
University of Toronto	Canada	City Island Campus, Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	UofT is a leading comprehensive research institution where students can mix & match programs areas.	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted). The majority of our programs want low to mid 30's, competitive areas STEM/BUS high 30s+
University of Leeds	UK	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	We offer a wide variety of single honours and interdisciplinary programmes	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Pittsburgh	USA	City Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Pitt is a public, research 1 institution.	Selective (25-50% admitted) Pitt has rolling admissions meaning the earlier you apply the better your chance of acceptance.

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