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Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025

Bachelor of Pharmacy

The programme provides a strong foundation in pharmaceutical and clinical sciences, preparing students with knowledge and skills for the pharmacy profession.

National University of Singapore
Faculty of Science
Course type: Full-time
Course duration : 4 Years (Honours)

Diploma holders are eligible up to 20 academic units of module exemptions (Unrestricted Electives). Learn more.

Course details

Minor/Second Major offered

Students are allowed to read both restricted (subject to approval) and unrestricted Minors/Second Majors offered within the College of Humanities and Sciences as well as by other colleges/faculties/schools in the University.

Field of study
  • Sciences
  • Health Sciences
Certification offered

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Learn more about the programme

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the following entry requirements for the course application:

Qualification Requirement
A-Level
Polytechnic Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma
NUS High School Diploma
International and other qualifications

Fitness to practise is crucial for pharmacy profession. Find out more.

Internship

All Pharmacy students are required to complete two 12-week pre-employment clinical training rotations.

Overseas exposure programme

Due to the structured curriculum of the Pharmacy programme, Pharmacy students are not allowed to embark on student exchange programmes. They can, however, choose to go for summer programmes.

Career prospects

You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

  • Pharmacist
  • Medical Scientist
  • Medical and Pharmaceutical Product Sales Professional
  • Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technician
  • Research Officer
  • Clinical Trial and Research Associate
  • Medical Science Liaison
  • Medical Science Writer

Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

Graduate employment outcomes

Refer to the complete Graduate Employment Survey (GES) report 2024 for more information.

How to register

Direct Admissions with NUS

You may register here.