The UQ School of Pharmacy is the longest-established pharmacy school in Queensland, providing pharmacy education since 1960 and is one of the country’s leading pharmacy education and research precincts. The School offers a range of programs to meet the growing demand for highly skilled pharmacy professionals, from undergraduate Bachelor of Pharmacy to Research Higher Degrees and the Master of Pharmaceutical Industry Practice (MPIP).
The MPIP Program was launched in 2019 with consultation from industry and international academics. Students typically join the program after an undergraduate degree in areas such as science, pharmacy, biotechnology, engineering, and medical sciences. The 2-year program focuses on coursework in year 1, covering all stages of drug or device development and the lifecycle management process, from understanding how need drives the discovery process, through pre-clinical development to post-registration surveillance. In year 2, students may undertake 1 or 2 extended industry placements (3-5 months) in any area of their study, with many students looking to gain experience in clinical trials. All students hold a GCP certificate.