Pharmacy Practice - P4001
Graduate certificate
This course provides the opportunity to complete an Intern Training Program accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council and to credit this towards a postgraduate qualification. In addition to the Intern Training Program component, you can undertake elective units relevant to pharmacy practice.
At a glance
Course Details
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Duration |
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Start date |
Semester one (January), Semester two (June) |
Qualification |
Graduate Certificate of Pharmacy Practice |
Why choose the Monash Intern Training Program?
Five ways the Monash ITP gives you a head start in your pharmacy career.
Monash ITP student Eleanor discusses her experience in Alice Springs as part of her internship at the Alfred Hospital.
The Graduate Certificate offers a great opportunity to extend your learning in a range of areas without committing too much time or money. For me, completing the internship with Monash was a no-brainer - the history and reputation of the Faculty puts its graduates ahead of the pack. Alex Bongers (2011 Graduate)
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
An Australian bachelor degree in pharmacy (or equivalent approved by Ahpra for the purpose of pharmacist registration) or successful completion of Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) Skills Assessment if the applicant is an overseas trained pharmacist.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
Level F
IELTS (Academic) | AHPRA English language requirements apply where the required entry scores for Monash approved English tests, including the scores applicable to tests completed before and after 23 April 2026, are specified on the AHPRA website. Applicants must also satisfy Monash University's minimum English language requirements for Monash approved English tests. |
| TOEFL iBT (0 – 120 scale) | |
Pearson Test of English (Academic) Pearson Test of English (Academic) UKVI | |
C1 Advanced (Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) C2 Proficiency (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The total fees for 2027 for this 24 credit point (6 month full-time or 12 month part-time) course are:
A$24,870
The equivalent fee per 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for 2027 would be A$49,740
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Fee information specific to this course:
There may be a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this course. Selection and allocation of available CSP will be based on academic merit.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
Making the application
Future students
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
The average annual student contribution amount for 2027 for this 24 credit point (6 month full-time or 12 month part-time) course: is:
A$4940
The equivalent average annual student contribution amount per 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for 2027 would be A$9880.
For information about CSP availability and applications, refer to the faculty page.
Note: see information on how fees are calculated.
Fee assistance
As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:
- pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
- defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.
Full fee
The total fees for 2027 for this 24 credit point (6 month full-time or 12 month part-time) course are:
A$24,870
The equivalent fee per 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for 2027 would be A$49,740
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Fee information specific to this course:
There may be a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this course. Selection and allocation of available CSP will be based on academic merit.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.