Griffith University (SOUTH BRISBANE AUSTRALIA)

Griffith University

SOUTH BRISBANE AUSTRALIA

Based on the Gold Coast campus, Griffith’s School of Pharmacy is known for its innovative teaching that produces highly sought after graduates in pharmacy and pharmaceutical science. With the opening of the Gold Coast University Hospital - Australia's first public university hospital and located next to the new Griffith Health Centre - students are ideally placed to gain practical work place experience as part of multidisciplinary teams.

The School’s 400 partners offer clinical and research placement opportunities for students on the Gold Coast, in rural Australia and overseas. The newest of these includes a placement rotation through Indonesia where students experience hospital, community and industrial pharmacy, and a hospital/research placement in Singapore. These activities reflect the strong partnerships that the School of Pharmacy has with clinical and research centers around the world.

Griffith’s School of Pharmacy was the first pharmacy school in Australia to introduce Stage 1 Australian Association of Consultant Pharmacy training, giving graduates an advantage when developing their career in medication management. The School also introduced vaccination training for students in 2013, ahead of the Queensland Government trial.

With outstanding facilities such as a professional practice laboratory with model dispensary and a dedicated formulations lab and aseptic dispensing unit, supportive staff and active student organizations, the School of Pharmacy offers students an exciting opportunity to learn pharmacy and pharmaceutical science in a vibrant world-class environment.

Why choose this program?

This degree builds on the strong pharmaceutical science foundation achieved in the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science. You will learn through advanced studies in pharmaceutical science, professional and clinical pharmacy practice and pharmacy research. You will take part in a broad range of lectures, group and self-directed learning activities, practical competence-development simulations and clinical placements to develop the skills and knowledge needed to undertake the internship program before applying for registration as a pharmacist.

As a pharmacist, you will be committed to lifelong learning and have a sound understanding of the principles and techniques of pharmaceutical, clinical and social sciences.

My career opportunities

After appropriate pre-registration training, you will be able to communicate and deliver pharmaceutical care in community and hospital settings and take professional responsibility for the manufacture and testing of pharmaceutical products.

Program accreditation

The Master of Pharmacy is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council when articulated with the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science.

Professional recognition

Graduates of this program will be eligible to apply for registration with the Pharmacy Board of Australia (via the  Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency) subject to meeting any additional requirements that may be stipulated by the Pharmacy Board of Australia. As these requirements may change from time to time, students should contact the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency to confirm registration requirements.

 

Before I enrol

·       Criminal History Check

·       First Aid and CPR

·       Immunisation and Health Record

·       Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

 

Professional placements

·       Griffith University Health and Safety Induction

·       Griffith University Student Deed Poll

·       New South Wales Health placement requirements

·       Queensland Health placement requirements

There are placements associated with this program. Students should refer to the checklist of pre-placement and placement requirements for their Health discipline on the Placement Essential website for full details of the requirements regarding clinical placement to ensure that they meet eligibility for placement.

Fee information

This postgraduate program has Commonwealth Supported Places. If you are eligible, the Australian Government will contribute to the cost of this program but you will also be required to make a contribution.

Quotas are applied for admission to the Commonwealth Supported Places. Where demand exceeds the number of available places, not all eligible applicants who meet minimum program entry standards may be offered a place. If you are not successful in gaining a Commonwealth Supported Place, you may be eligible for a Fee-Paying Postgraduate place.

This program has been approved by the Australian Government for student income support payments (Youth Allowance, Austudy and the Pensioner Education Supplement).  For more information about their eligibility for student, Website Link is given below:

COLLEGE LINK:

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University of Canberra (Australia)

University of Canberra

University Dr, Bruce ACT 2617, Australia

The University of Canberra is committed to building a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and sport industry workforce. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person interested in studying a health or sport course, please contact  Rachel Harrigan or phone 6201 2608

The Bachelor of Pharmacy is a four year undergraduate degree. This was a new course at the University of Canberra for 2013, and incorporates lectures, practical and tutorial sessions, and Pharmacy-specific work experience placements. These placements will include range of practice settings in public hospitals and community pharmacies in the ACT and region, around Australia, or in our own Faculty of Health student-led clinics.

Students will acquire foundation knowledge and skills in basic and life sciences and learn how to apply this to the clinical reasoning, treatment and evaluation skills required by a pharmacist. The curriculum is evidence based and research led.

The Bachelor of Pharmacy program has been granted accreditation (with conditions) by the Australian Pharmacy Council and is approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia as a qualification leading to registration as a pharmacist in Australia.

Accommodation

Some university accommodation may be available – conditions apply. visit the website:

https://unilodge.com.au/locations/index.asp?LocationID=53

Potential Careers

Graduates can work in hospitals, community pharmacies, pharmaceutical industry, aged care, consultancy, health promotion, government, community aid, schools, academia or policy development.

Postgraduate Qualifications

A variety of postgraduate qualifications are available, including the Master of Pharmacy (Research) and Doctor of Philosophy. The Faculty of Health also offers a Master of Pharmacy, which, like the Bachelor of Pharmacy is an entry course for students with a degree in the health sciences.

Accreditation

For information on requirements relating to registration of health professionals in Australia or recognition of prior qualification from an overseas institution please use the following link:

website link

More Information

]Heath Student Liaison

Phone: +61 (0)2 6201 5838
E-mail: HealthStudentLiaison@canberra.edu.au

Career in Pharmacy

Career in Pharmacy

A fast growing sector, pharma is second only to IT, with a 15% annual growth rate and exports crossing Rs 12,000 corer. Jobs in the pharmaceutical industry range from those in sales and marketing to high-end specialist R&D jobs. Depending on the extent of study and the area you specialize in (pharmacology, pharmaceutics, hospital pharmacy or quality assurance) study, you can opt for research. Research openings are growing in India. But those with doctoral and post-doctoral qualifications find challenging avenues in R & D labs abroad. Apart from the drug manufacturing industry, pharmacists are also employed in the chemical industry and food and drug control organizations. A large number of those who do pharmacy go on to become medical sales representatives. Of course if you are enterprising, you can open your own chemist shop or even go into manufacture of drugs or cosmetics. The cosmetic industry is growing at a much faster rate as compared to the pharma sector. A diploma-holder is qualified to obtain a license for manufacturing cosmetics and for repackaging of drugs (other than those specified in schedules C & C1). Openings are in drug manufacturing industries, food and drug control organizations, among others. 

What They Do

Pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions. They also may provide advice on how to lead a healthy lifestyle, conduct health and wellness screenings, provide immunizations, and oversee the medications given to patients.

Duties

Pharmacists typically do the following:

• Fill prescriptions, verifying instructions from physicians on the proper amounts of medication to give to patients
• Check whether the prescription will interact negatively with other drugs that a patient is taking or any medical conditions the patient has
• Instruct patients on how and when to take a prescribed medicine and inform them about potential side effects they may experience from taking the medicine
• Advise patients about general health topics, such as diet, exercise, and managing stress, and on other issues, such as what equipment or supplies would be best to treat a health problem
• Give flu shots and, in most states, other vaccinations
• Complete insurance forms and work with insurance companies to ensure that patients get the medicines they need
• Oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in training (interns)
• Keep records and do other administrative tasks
• Teach other healthcare practitioners about proper medication therapies for patients
• Some pharmacists who own their pharmacy or manage a chain pharmacy spend time on business activities, such as inventory management. Pharmacists must also take continuing education courses throughout their career to keep up with the latest advances in pharmacological science.
• With most drugs, pharmacists use standard dosages from pharmaceutical companies. However, some pharmacists create customized medications by mixing ingredients themselves, a process known as compounding.

The following are examples of types of pharmacists:

• Community pharmacists work in retail stores such as chain drug stores or independently owned pharmacies. They dispense medications to patients and answer any questions that patients may have about prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, or any health concerns that the patient may have. They may also provide some primary care services such as giving flu shots.
• Clinical pharmacists work in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. They spend little time dispensing prescriptions. Instead, they are involved in direct patient care. Clinical pharmacists may go on rounds in a hospital with a physician or healthcare team. They recommend medications to give to patients and oversee the dosage and timing of the delivery of those medications. They may also conduct some medical tests and offer advice to patients. For example, pharmacists working in a diabetes clinic may counsel patients on how and when to take medications, suggest healthy food choices, and monitor patients’ blood sugar.
• Consultant pharmacists advise healthcare facilities or insurance providers on patient medication use or improving pharmacy services. They also may give advice directly to patients, such as helping seniors manage their prescriptions.

Pharmaceutical industry pharmacists work in areas such as marketing, sales, or research and development. They may design or conduct clinical drug trials and help to develop new drugs. They also may help to establish safety regulations and ensure quality control for drugs.

Some pharmacists work as college professors. They may teach pharmacy students or conduct research. For more information, see the profile on postsecondary.