Overview 2020
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Fully online, flexible and self-directed – this course will enable you to diversify your skills for a range of advanced practice roles emerging in community and hospital settings.
Course objectives
This course will provide you with a formal training program in clinical services. You will develop critical analysis, clinical decision-making, evidence-based management skills, and generally enhance your ability to contribute to the quality use of medicine.
The course can also be used to support your efforts in becoming accredited to conduct medication reviews. You will develop your communication skills with other health professionals and patients, enhancing your ability to lead in a healthcare team.
Gain access to some of Australia's leading pharmacists. Our staff are passionate about what they teach, including researchers from our highly successful Unit for Medication Outcomes Research and Education (UMORE) in the College of Health and Medicine.
Career outcomes
I enjoyed the challenge of finding the answers myself without being hand-fed, knowing my supervisors were always available – the guidance and support I received from my supervisors and coordinators really helped to get me through my postgraduate experience.
Pharmacy practice is changing with time. Pharmacists are becoming more involved in day to day management of complex diseases including:
- working as clinical consultants managing drug therapy regimens
- providing leadership in clinical trials and research in pharmaceutical industry and healthcare organisations
- providing professional clinical services within community pharmacy settings
Within Australia and overseas, the Master of Clinical Pharmacy is often considered preferable for senior clinical positions.
Completion of the Master of Clinical Pharmacy can also prepare you for enrolment in a Research Higher Degree.
"This course has allowed me to build on my knowledge and understanding of clinical pharmacy and different disease states, and will open up opportunities for me to work in a variety of clinical settings."
Further Study Opportunities
Successful completion of the Master of Clinical Pharmacy can lead to a research higher degree, including:
Course structure
Entry requirements
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Domestic students enrolled in certain postgraduate coursework programs may not be eligible for student payments through Youth Allowance and Austudy. Visit the Department of Social Services website to find out more about eligibility for Centrelink support and the list of eligible courses
International students
International students should refer to the International Students course fees page to get an indicative course cost.
Scholarships
Each year the University of Tasmania administers an estimated $7 million in scholarships to students from all walks of life, including those who have achieved high academic results; those from low socio-economic backgrounds; students with sporting ability; students undertaking overseas study; and students with a disability.
Applications for most awards commencing in Semester 1 open at the beginning of August and close strictly on 31 October of the year prior.
For more information on scholarships and to view the full range of scholarships available to you, head to the Scholarships website.
Additional costs
In addition to course costs, students may be subject to other costs related to study at university including:
- Text books and stationery
- Accommodation
- Student Services and Amenities Fee
Domestic students
The following fee information is accurate at the time of publication for students commencing study in 2021.
If you are a domestic student enrolling in the Master of Clinical Pharmacy you will be a full-fee paying student. To learn more about the fee structure, refer to Fees | What to Pay | Domestic.
As a domestic student, the cost of your course will depend on the band classification and the individual units that you study. Units studied within the Master of Clinical Pharmacy are predominantly classified in Band 2, with an indicative individual unit cost of $2,005. For more information on the fees of each unit, please refer to the fees section of each unit description.
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
- Domestic
- 13 8827 (13 UTAS)
- International
- +61 3 6226 6200
- Course.Info@utas.edu.au
- Online
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