The University of Auckland is New?Zealand’s largest and most globally recognized university, offering world?class teaching, research opportunities, and strong support for international students. Its Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences has a strong reputation for preparing healthcare professionals through innovative, clinical, and research?oriented programmes.

 

Why Study Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)?

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (often written BPharm(Hons)) prepares graduates for advanced practice in pharmacy and health?care settings, with an emphasis on:

• Safe and effective use of medicines, including drug development and delivery.

• Patient?centred care and collaboration within interprofessional health teams.

• Integration of scientific knowledge, clinical skills and research experience.

• Preparation to pursue postgraduate qualifications (Master’s/PhD) or a professional pre?registration internship, leading toward pharmacist registration.

 

Programme Structure & Subjects

The honours year builds on three years of BPharm foundational study and includes:

Years II–III (BPharm core — 360 points)

1. PHARMACY 211: Applied Science for Pharmacy (30 pts)

2. PHARMACY 212: Pharmaceutical Science and Practice (30 pts)

3. PHARMACY 213: Pharmacy 1 (60 pts)

4. PHARMACY 311: Pharmacy 2 (60 pts)

5. PHARMACY 312: Pharmacy 3 (60 pts)

These courses emphasise pharmaceutical science, clinical skills, and medicines management.

Year IV – Honours (120 points)

1. PHARMACY 701 – Medicine Optimisation 1 (45 pts) — advanced pharmacotherapy.

2. PHARMACY 702 – Medicine Optimisation 2 (45 pts) — clinical decision?making.

3. PHARMACY 789 – Research Project (30 pts) — independent research culminating in a written thesis and oral component.

 

Highlights of the Programme

• Intensive research training in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences.
• Prepares students for advanced clinical roles and further academic study.
• Strong emphasis on patient?centred, evidence?based and collaborative practice.
• Integration of scientific and clinical expertise relevant to modern pharmacy.
• Limited, competitive intake — reputation for quality and research potential.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the BPharm(Hons) often progress to:

• Pharmacist roles in community, hospital or clinical settings
• Medicines safety or regulatory roles
• Pharmaceutical research & quality assurance
• Health sector leadership or policy roles
• Preparation for postgraduate research degrees (Master’s/PhD).

 

Visa & Immigration Requirements

As an international student, you must:

• Receive an official offer of place from the University of Auckland.
• Demonstrate proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and English language ability (typically IELTS or equivalent).
• Apply for a New?Zealand student visa well ahead of the programme start date.