Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy (GCClinPharm)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5015
Faculty
Teaching Location
Clinical Units, Teaching Hosps
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BPharm or equivalent and registration as a pharmacist. 2 years work experience as a pharmacist recommended.
Additional application information
Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence
(PACE)
The School of Pharmacy will relocate to a purpose built facility adjacent to the Princess Alexandra Hospital site in readiness for the 2010 academic year.
This exciting development will ensure that the School maintains its position at the forefront of teaching and learning development and research endeavours well into the future.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - December 16 of the previous year.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Postgraduate Coursework Officer, School of Pharmacy
Email: PGcoursework@pharmacy.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3346 7991
Duration
This program is not available to international students
Commencing 2010
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5015
Faculty
Teaching Location
Clinical Units, Teaching Hosps
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BPharm or equivalent and registration as a pharmacist. 2 years work experience as a pharmacist recommended.
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy?
This program provides students with knowledge, skills and abilities to practise effectively as a clinical pharmacy practitioner involved in medicine use and pharmaceutical care; individualise, review and monitor a patient's medication regimen; demonstrate clear communication skills in clinical and non-clinical scenarios; critique and apply research methodologies relevant to clinical pharmacy practice; understand management issues in pharmacy and their relevance to clinical pharmacy practice; and describe social issues relating to medicine use.
A major program strength is the emphasis on clinical practice and evidence based medicine. Program places are limited due to the availability of suitable clinical placements in Brisbane.
International students are not eligible to apply for the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy.
What you can study
Small group interactive teaching and discussion settings are the usual teaching method format, and student particiaption is encouraged. Some sessions of teaching occur on wards at teaching hospitals across Brisbane, illustrating the practical use of drug therapy. Various practitioners and academics teach the courses. Expert hospital and community pharmacists contribute significantly to the teaching together with medical and other healthcare professionals.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
BPharm or equivalent and registration as a pharmacist. 2 years work experience as a pharmacist recommended.
Additional application information
Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence
(PACE)
The School of Pharmacy will relocate to a purpose built facility adjacent to the Princess Alexandra Hospital site in readiness for the 2010 academic year.
This exciting development will ensure that the School maintains its position at the forefront of teaching and learning development and research endeavours well into the future.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
BPharm or equivalent and registration as a pharmacist. 2 years work experience as a pharmacist recommended.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the .
Click here for application procedures for International students.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Students who undertake vacation work, fieldwork or work experience will be required to fund their own travel and living expenses.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy
Careers
Refer to School of Pharmacy weblink: Careers in Pharmacy
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- PHARMACISTS BOARD OF QUEENSLAND
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #8 comprising - PHRM7010 and PHRM7030; and #2 from the GDipClinPharm List.
Refer to GCClinPharm rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
