7 Best Pharmacy Programs in New Zealand

Across New Zealand, 2 universities offer 7 Pharmacy programs, typically lasting Full-time: 4 years. Courses from University of Auckland and University of Otago come first, because those universities rank highest.

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1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Pharmacy

University of Auckland — The Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) prepares students with comprehensive and practical training for a career in pharmacy. Students develop patient assessment, clinical and...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester One (March)Intake

Pharmacy

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2Bachelor's Degree

QS World #65 #1 in New Zealand Auckland, New Zealand

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

University of Auckland — Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (BPharm(Hons)) at the University of Auckland is a full-time programme for high-achieving pharmacy students who want to pursue pharmacy rese...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

Full-time: 4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Semester OneIntake

Pharmacy

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3Bachelor's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Bachelor of Pharmacy

University of Otago

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—Duration

Mode

—Intake

Pharmacy

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4Master's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Master of Clinical Pharmacy

University of Otago

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

—Intake

Pharmacy

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5Master's Degree

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Master of Pharmacy

University of Otago

Master's DegreeLevel

—Duration

Mode

—Intake

Pharmacy

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6Diploma

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy

University of Otago

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Pharmacy

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7Diploma

QS World #197 #2 in New Zealand Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy

University of Otago

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Pharmacy

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How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #65 (University of Auckland) to #197 (University of Otago); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Auckland has the largest research record in this group, with 10,164,784 citations and an h-index of 775.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 3 bachelor's, 2 diploma and 2 master's. The usual length is Full-time: 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (50% of courses with a stated intake). University of Otago offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in New Zealand for Pharmacy?

University of Auckland (QS World #65) and University of Otago (QS World #197) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Pharmacy in New Zealand?

Of those with published fees, University of Otago is the least expensive at about USD 24,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Pharmacy course take in New Zealand?

Most listed courses run Full-time: 4 years.

When do Pharmacy courses start in New Zealand?

Spring is the main intake — 50% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most Pharmacy courses in New Zealand?

University of Otago, with 5, ahead of University of Auckland (2).

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