Overview 

Curtin University’s Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) provides a foundational grounding in the science of pharmaceuticals, patient-centered care, and health systems. The program bridges the gap between laboratory research and clinical practice, preparing students to become skilled health professionals who evaluate, manage, and dispense medications safely. Understanding these core pharmaceutical principles is essential for advancing modern healthcare and improving individual patient outcomes.

What You'll Learn

• Chemical structures, properties, and actions of drug molecules

• Human physiology, pathology, and mechanisms of disease

• Principles of pharmaceutics, drug formulation, and delivery systems

• Clinical pharmacy practice, therapeutics, and patient care management

• Healthcare ethics, law, and professional communication skills

Learning Outcomes 

Students will learn to analyze drug interactions and therapeutic regimes to optimize patient health, while applying pharmaceutical principles to the formulation, preparation, and quality control of medicines. Additionally, they will communicate drug information effectively to patients, caregivers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams, as well as evaluate clinical evidence to guide decision-making and uphold ethical standards in pharmacy practice.