NZ Recommend Majors

Bachelor of Pharmacy, Master of Pharmacy Practice

Bachelor of Pharmacy, Master of Pharmacy Practice

The Department of Pharmacy is dedicated to training and developing professional pharmacists. To become a registered pharmacist in New Zealand, students must complete a total of 4 years of study—consisting of a 1-year prerequisite program followed by a 3-year professional pharmacy curriculum. Upon graduation, completing a mandatory 52-week internship allows graduates to register with the Pharmacy Council and practice as fully qualified pharmacists.Currently, the University of Otago and the University of Auckland are the two main institutions offering pharmacy programs in New Zealand. Both universities are highly popular, boasting excellent employment rates and strong career outcomes for their graduates. Additionally, starting from 2026, the University of Waikato has introduced a new 2-year Master of Pharmacy program, which is already gaining significant traction.SSOL YUHAK has successfully produced Korean successful applicants to this Master of Pharmacy program since its very first intake. If you are interested in pursuing a Master of Pharmacy—including credit/major evaluation, English test preparation, and interview coaching—please feel free to contact SSOL YUHAK at any time.

Graduation Pathway

Recommended University

The University of Auckland

Bachelor of Physiotherapy Pathway (New Zealand)

New Zealand Pharmacy Pathway

 

Bachelor of Science OR Bachelor of Health Science OR Bachelor of Biomedical Science – 1 Year

  • Requires IELTS overall 6.0 or an approved English pathway program

Bachelor of Pharmacy – 3 Years

  • Eligible for a 3-year Post-Study Work Visa
  • Profession: Pharmacist
Recommended University

University of Otago

Bachelor of Physiotherapy Pathway (New Zealand)

New Zealand Pharmacy Pathway

 

Bachelor of Health Science First Year – 1 Year

  • Requires IELTS overall 6.0 or an approved English pathway program

Bachelor of Pharmacy – 3Year

  •  Eligible for a 3-year Post-Study Work Visa
  • Profession: Pharmacist
Recommended University

University of Waikato

Bachelor of Physiotherapy Pathway (New Zealand)

New Zealand Master of Pharmacy Pathway

[Admission Requirements]

Undergraduate Major: Molecular sciences (i.e., biochemistry, biomedical science, chemistry, molecular and cellular biology, pharmacology)

Academic GPA: Minimum Grade B average in the final year of undergraduate study

 

Master of Pharmacy Practice – 2Year

  • Requires IELTS overall 7.0 (with no band less than 7.0)
  • Eligible for a 3-year Post-Study Work Visa
  • Profession: Pharmacist

Career Prospects After Graduation

Graduates of pharmacy programs enjoy strong employment opportunities and a relatively smooth job search. Career paths include working as a registered pharmacist, entering medical publishing (writing specialized content in the pharmaceutical field), or joining industries related to pharmaceutical manufacturing and marketing.

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