Pharmacy Subject regulations

Pharmacy is offered through the Master of Pharmacy Practice (MPharmPrac). The degree regulations stipulate the programme requirements.

Other qualifications

Prescriptions for:

Pharmacy papers

500 Level

Code and paper title	Points
PHARM570 Introduction to Pharmacy in Aotearoa This paper provides an overview of the role of the pharmacist as a health practitioner in Aotearoa. Students develop foundational skills to engage...	15	26X (Hamilton)
PHARM571 Equity in Pharmacy This paper focuses on the equitable access and use of medicines in Aotearoa, exploring concepts of Hauora Māori and Pacific Health, and how personal...	15	26A (Hamilton)
PHARM572 Legal, Ethical and Professional Responsibilities of Pharmacists in Aotearoa This paper provides an overview of the professional expectations of pharmacists in Aotearoa, with an emphasis on the ethical and legal requirements...	15	26A (Hamilton)
PHARM573 Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmaceutics This paper provides an overview of the principles of pharmacology that describe the relationship between medications and the body. The scientific...	15	26A (Hamilton)
PHARM575 Integrated Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacy Practice 1 This paper builds on the concept of person-centred care within the context of the gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and dermatological systems, with...	30	26X (Hamilton)
PHARM576 Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Analysis This paper examines the interplay between chemical structures and biological effects, focusing on the drug discovery and development process and how...	15	26B (Hamilton)
PHARM577 Research Methods in Pharmacy This paper provides an overview of common research methods in pharmacy, including biostatistics, research ethics, clinical trial design, and economic...	15	26B (Hamilton)
PHARM580 Integrated Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacy Practice 2 Students continue to build on the concept of person-centred care within the context of the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, and respiratory...	30	26A (Hamilton)
PHARM581 Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Immunology This paper examines human pathogens and immune response, with a focus on infection prevention and treatment strategies, and the role of pharmacists...	15	26A (Hamilton)
PHARM582 Research Informed Decision Making This paper equips students with the skills and knowledge to conduct and appraise systematic reviews of health research and to apply pharmacoeconomic...	15	26A (Hamilton)
PHARM585 Integrated Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacy Practice 3 Students extend on the concept of person-centred care within the context of oncology, reproductive health, and sensory systems. Additionally, this...	30	26B (Hamilton)
PHARM586 Pharmacy and Business Management This paper provides an overview of the business and management skills required to successfully operate a pharmacy, including strategic...	15	26B (Hamilton)
PHARM587 Applying Research to Pharmacy Practice This project-based paper allows students to conduct a clinical or process audit to evaluate the quality of use of medicines, care or service that is...	15	26B (Hamilton)

2026 Catalogue of Papers information current as of 16 Aug 2025 01:00am