Master of Pharmaceutical Industry Practice
Gain industry-ready skills and complete 1,000 hours of supervised placements in the medicines and devices development sector.
Best for:Best for science, engineering, or medical science graduates looking to build a career in pharmaceutical product development and regulatory affairs.
Overview
The Master of Pharmaceutical Industry Practice at The University of Queensland is a two-year full-time coursework program designed to prepare students for careers in the medicines and devices development sector. Delivered by the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences in Dutton Park, Australia, the curriculum covers the complete life cycle management of pharmaceutical and medical products from discovery to post-registration surveillance. Students gain deep theoretical knowledge alongside comprehensive practical experience through more than 1,000 hours of supervised placements across areas such as clinical trials, regulatory affairs, formulation, and pharmacovigilance. Applicants are expected to complete intensive professional placements or an independent research project during their second year.
What you'll do
- Complete comprehensive coursework covering drug and device development life cycles from discovery to market
- Undertake over 1,000 hours of supervised professional experience in areas such as chemical processes, formulation, and manufacturing
- Participate in full-time industry placements during the second year of the program
- Engage in clinical trials, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, and medical affairs activities
- Optionally complete an independent research project alongside or instead of industry placements
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor degree in science, engineering, medical science, or equivalent, or Graduate Certificate in Pharmaceutical Industry Practice from the university
Degree offered: Master Degree (By Coursework)
Language: English proficiency as required by university admission standards
Instruction: English
- Satisfy the executive dean of academic qualification based on prior academic record
- Demonstrate readiness for intensive coursework in science or engineering fields
- Meet prior work experience prerequisites if required by the admissions committee
- Hold an approved bachelor degree in science, engineering, medical science, or equivalent
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Submit your application through the official university course page by providing academic transcripts and supporting documentation.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of prior degree completion
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