BP311 - Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Plan: BP311P23 - Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Campus: Bundoora Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Award abbreviation: BPharmSc
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full time or part time equivalent
Location: RMIT Bundoora Campus
Owning school: Health and Biomedical Sciences (173H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/health-and-biomedical-sciences
ASCED code: 010999
CRICOS code: 110986D
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The BP311 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program focuses on the processes involved in drug development, from discovery through to clinical testing and regulatory approvals, and is designed to prepare you for a career in the pharmaceutical industry. The pharmaceutical industry represents a significant contribution to the Australian economy, and medical technologies and pharmaceuticals have been identified as key sectors with major growth potential. As a result, the industry will require an increasing number of graduates to work in areas related to drug development including human clinical trials and drug regulations.
BP311 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program prepares students for a multidisciplinary career in the pharmaceutical industry. The Foundations of Health first year block will instill fundamental knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, develop your communication and professional skills and introduce you to factors that impact the health of individuals and communities, particularly our First Nations peoples. This common first year block gives you the skills to pursue a career in pharmaceutical sciences and also prepares you to transfer to other programs offered by School of Health and Biomedical Sciences.
In the BP311 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science you will study pharmacology and the treatment of disease, alongside courses focused on the pharmaceutical industry. These industry-focused courses are integrated throughout the program, and will include topics such as drug development, clinical trials, and drug regulations.
The teaching approach in this program is designed to foster your development as an independent learner so you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching method includes lectorial, seminar, tutorial, practical and laboratory sessions, and provision of online materials.
In BP311 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences provides you with a capstone experience in ONPS2716 Research Project in Medical Sciences, which will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program.
To complement your studies in Pharmaceutical Science, you can choose a specialist or cross-disciplinary minor. The Biotechnology minor will provide you with an understanding of how genetic, cellular and biomolecular processes are harnessed to develop breakthrough technologies to combat disease and promote healthy ageing. Alternatively, you can choose to take a cross-disciplinary minor in Economics to broaden your understanding of the issues affecting businesses and economies both locally and globally.
The program will include a diverse range of learning activities, including workshops, tutorials and practical classes, which will be supported by digital technology both on and off-campus. Some courses will also feature project-based work where you will apply your skills and knowledge, working both individually and as part of a team. Students may have the option to complete a cross-disciplinary minor to further broaden their undergraduate experience
This program can allow for further learning, particularly via the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Honours) industry-based Honours program (BH121), or the Bachelor of Health and Biomedical Sciences (Honours) program (BH058).
While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, other courses are delivered via a combination of predominantly online activities supported by some campus-based activities. This program requires on campus attendance.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulations
Graduates of the RMIT AD012, AD012 Associate Degree in Applied Science will be guaranteed entry into the BP311P23 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program and receive credit to a value of 96 credit points (Note: A standard year of full-time undergraduate study at RMIT University is 96 credit points)
Graduates of the RMIT AD012, AD012P24 Associate Degree in Applied Science (Biomedicine option) will be guaranteed entry into the BP311P23 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program and receive credit to a value of 120 credit points (Note: A standard year of full-time undergraduate study at RMIT University is 96 credit points)
Graduates of the RMIT C5388 Diploma of Laboratory Technology will be guaranteed entry into the BP311P23 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences program and receive credit to a value of 96 credit points (Note: A standard year of full-time undergraduate study at RMIT University is 96 credit points)
NB: While the total value of the credit offered exceeds 1 standard year of full-time study, the amount of time required to complete the remaining study may exceed 2 years.
Pathways
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. As a successful graduate of this program, you may (upon application) be eligible to apply to various RMIT programs. Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each programs' entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL and units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology or Chemistry and units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of: Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or Physics, or equivalent studies.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is not accredited by any external industry or professional body.
On completion of the BP311 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences you may be eligible to join various Australian professional societies in the medical and pharmaceutical fields. Examples of these societies include:
- Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists to the Pharmaceutical Industry (ARCS)
- Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association (APSA)
- Australasian Society of Clinical and Experimental Pharmacologists and Toxicologists (ASCEPT)
- Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR)
Industry Links
This program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. This committee helps inform program development and ensure that program content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences as well as offer advice on professional careers.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to your discipline, refer to: http:// rmit.libguides.com/pharmaceutical-sciences
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: www.rmit.edu.au/students
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