Course Overview

About This Course

Master of Philosophy (Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences) is a by-research degree through Monash's Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, at Parkville (Melbourne) or Malaysia campuses.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

381 Royal Pde, Parkville, VIC 3052

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Domestic full-fee: A$51,300/yr

Intakes

February, July (same as international)

Study Mode

Full Time, Part Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Academic: applicants must demonstrate capacity to carry out independent research and hold a relevant honours/bachelor degree (or equivalent) at the standard required by the specific faculty offering the course — exact GPA/grade thresholds vary by faculty (e.g. Business & Economics, Law, Science, Medicine each publish their own criteria).
English language requirement (IELTS Academic or equivalent) applies; specific score varies slightly by faculty but is generally overall 6.5 with 6.0 per band.
As a by-research degree, admission also depends on identifying an available academic supervisor in the relevant field.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What field of study does this Master of Philosophy cover?

This Master of Philosophy at Monash University is classified under the field of Pharmacy (narrow field code 0605, detailed field 060501 - Pharmacy), within the broad Health field of education.

How long does the Master of Philosophy program take to complete?

The Master of Philosophy at Monash University has a duration of 104 weeks (approximately two years).

What is the total tuition fee for this course?

The estimated total course cost for the Master of Philosophy at Monash University is AU$117,420, with no additional non-tuition fees listed.

Where is the Master of Philosophy taught?

The Master of Philosophy is offered at the Monash Parkville campus, a location owned and operated by Monash University in Victoria, Australia.

How can I contact Monash University for more information about this course?

You can contact Monash University's International Admissions team by email at study@monash.edu or by phone at +61 3 9903 4788 for more information about this course.

Application

How to Apply

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Enquire

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Step 02

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $105,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $105,000 to $135,000 per year

Career Paths

Research AnalystPolicy AnalystPolicy AdvisorBusiness Research AnalystManagement Consultant

Key Skills

Advanced academic and applied research designSystematic literature review and critical synthesisQuantitative research methods and statistical analysisQualitative research methods (interviews, case studies, ethnography)Mixed-methods research design

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