Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science Honours year
Make a difference to the world and your career
Our research students work with Australia's largest, most experienced group of pharmaceutical scientists in the best pharmaceutical research facilities in the country. They collaborate across Monash with some of the world's best medical researchers, and with industry-leading partners, in areas like nanotechnology, pharmacy and pharmaceutical science. The Australian Research Council rates us 5/5 (well above world standard).
Our research takes place within the Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Education Research team and covers six key areas:
Explore how our advanced research platforms, collaborations and networks can enable, enhance and extend your research.
To apply for the Honours research degree, you need to:
Step 1: Check your eligibility requirements
The minimum entry requirements to study Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science (Honours) are:
A bachelor's degree in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, medicinal chemistry, formulation science, or other related field. An average overall distinction grade (70%+) or higher in the final year of the course, or equivalent qualification and experience deemed by the faculty's Honours course committee to be substantial preparation for a candidate's proposed field of study is required.
International students must also meet the Monash English language requirements.
For acceptance as an Honours candidate, the applicant must:
- have a suitable academic background;
- be accepted as a potential candidate by a supervisor; and
- have a suitable research project as a basis for the degree studies.
Step 2: Find your perfect project and supervisor.
Step 3: Complete and submit the application form via the MyApps portal and then submit the project application form. Applications close on Friday, 4th December 2026 for entry into the 2027 year.
Note: Third Year students enrolled in the Advanced Honours program, are required to secure a project and supervisor, reenrol in course P3002 (4th year units) and complete the project application form. There is no requirement to complete an application via MyApps.
2027 Commencement Date
The official commencement date for the Honours program is Monday, 15 February 2027. Students are expected to complete preliminary reading and applicable OHS online workshops between Monday, 15 February to Thursday, 18 February 2027. Students can complete the reading and online workshops from home, unless their primary supervisor or Honours Theme Representative advises otherwise.
Students are also required to attend a compulsory in-person induction on Friday, 19 February 2027. Please note that the induction date is subject to change pending confirmation of room availability.
For more information, please contact: pharmsci-honours@monash.edu
Applications for the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science (Honours) for entry into 2026, will open from September and close on 5th December 2025.
Explore our Honours Research FAQ booklet for more details, or contact our research office at pharmsci-honours@monash.edu.