Bachelor of Pharmacology and Toxicology

Bachelor

This degree provides a pathway to a career in pharmacology, toxicology or drug research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other health industries.

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Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Course Code

1528, 087743G

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Fees

$34,500 per year / $103,500 total

International Fees

$34,500 per year / $103,500 total

ATAR

70

About this course

This degree provides a pathway to a career in pharmacology, toxicology or drug research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other health industries. The degree's focus on pharmacology will provide you with an excellent foundation if you are considering a degree in one of the following areas:

Pharmacy: Bachelor of Pharmacy (1395) | Master of Pharmacy (5661)
Medicine: Doctor of Medicine (5099)
Dentistry: Bachelor of Dental Health Science (1577)
Medical Research: Master of Medical Research (5626)

You will learn through extensive hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities including formulation, pharmacology and analytical laboratories and you can select one of the following majors:

Pre-Clinical
Pharmaceutical Industry

Honours is available through an additional year of study.

Entry requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Study locations

Gold Coast

Career pathways

You will be prepared for professional employment in a wide variety of public and private sector positions such as Regulatory Scientist; Regulatory Affairs Specialist; Pharmaceutical Sales Representative; Medical Science Liaison; Medical Science Liaison (MSL) - Haematology; Clinical Trials Monitor; Product Manager; Pharmacy Assistant; Pharmacy Technician; Research Assistant; Research Technician; Laboratory Support Technician; Environmental Scientist; Research and Development Scientist; Formulation Chemist.

Credit for prior study or work

Griffith University grants credit and recognition of prior learning which may relate to prior formal learning or prior informal and non-formal learning. For more information, please visit the following website:

Credit transfer

Griffith's innovative Credit Precedent Database allows you to find out what credit decisions have been made in the past. These precedents will give you an idea of what you can expect.

View credit precedents for this program

How to apply

Selection for admission to an undergraduate degree is made on the basis of academic merit.

Selection for admission is competitive as the number of applicants generally exceeds the places available. The minimum requirement for eligibility for admission is completion of Year 12 of secondary school or equivalent academic achievement.

Prerequisites for admission may be specified in terms of levels of achievement in particular Year 12 subjects. Prerequisite conditions may be satisfied by other study or experience which is considered to be equivalent to the Year 12 prerequisites. More information is available on the Prerequisites and Assumed Knowledge website.

Further information for Queensland students completing an ATAR can be found here.

Domestic applicants should apply for admission through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).

Domestic applicants from NSW and ACT should apply for admission through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

A summary of the student profile for this program can be found on the QTAC website. The Rank profile is located on the Student Profile tab.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Pharmacy courses at Griffith University.

89.3%

Employed full-time

Data source