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Master of Pharmaceutical Science

Masters.
Monash University

58

in world overall ranking*

6

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Pharmaceutical Science provides you with the skills and knowledge in contemporary pharmaceutical science necessary to prepare you for a career in the pharmaceutical and related industries. The course examines the fundamentals of drug discovery and development – from target identification, drug design and optimisation, and formulation, through to clinical trials, and regulatory processes – and will use case studies and hypotheticals to highlight and address key issues and challenges in these processes.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across pharmaceutical and related sectors, supporting the discovery, development and evaluation of medicines. Career directions may include drug development and formulation, analytical and quality laboratories, regulatory and clinical trial support, and R&D roles in industry or research organisations. The extended placement helps build workplace-ready experience and professional networks. This master’s qualification prepares you for specialist careers in pharmaceutical science and allied industries.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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Information

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2 years

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Parkville
Malaysia
Parkville
Malaysia

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P6005

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY-BASED LEARNING PLACEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

A$18,000

tick iconPHARMACY INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$100,000

tick iconMONASH INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE

Up to A$40,000

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