Master of Pharmacy Practice
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The Master of Pharmacy Practice (MPharmPrac) provides an accelerated pathway to becoming a pharmacist for students with an existing Bachelor鈥檚 qualification. Our Master of Pharmacy Practice (MPharmPrac) is the first graduate-entry pharmacy programme in New Zealand and has been developed to help address the pharmacy workforce shortage in Aotearoa New Zealand. The programme embodies a holistic approach to health assessment, underpinned by a range of Hauora M膩ori models, including Te Whare Tapa Wh膩, Te Wheke and the Meihana Model. Your academic learning will be integrated with pharmacy practice in the form of community, primary care and hospital placements under the supervision of clinical academic pharmacists. By the end of your two-year masters degree, you will be able to provide culturally and clinically safe practice with expertise in the optimal and equitable use of medicines across New Zealand.聽 You will be eligible to apply for registration as an Intern Pharmacist with the | Te Pou Whakamana Kaimat奴 o Aotearoa.聽 After completing and passing the Intern Training Programme, you will be eligible to apply for registration as a Pharmacist. As spaces are limited, the deadline for applications will normally be 31 August in the year prior to your intended start year.聽 Please note:聽 all applicants will go through a selection process.聽 For more information, see our
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Established in 1964, the University of Waikato is recognised as the top university in New Zealand for research, ranked in the top three universities in New Zealand and 235th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025.
The University of Waikato has over 2,000 placements or industry-led projects per year, and strong partnerships across government, industry and community organizations, thereby providing students with wider career options and practical learning opportunities.
The university features two vibrant campuses in Hamilton and Tauranga, both located in the heart of New Zealand's export-driven economy. These campuses offer a lively, inclusive atmosphere that fosters a supportive community where students can thrive academically and socially, making it easy for them to feel right at home while pursuing their studies.
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- International Recognition: Ranked among the top 3 universities in New Zealand and 235th globally (QS World University Rankings 2025).
- Subject Rankings: 11 subjects ranked in the top 350 globally (QS Subject Rankings 2025); ranked in the 151鈥175 band globally for Business & Economics (THE Subject Rankings 2025)鈥攖he highest for any NZ university.
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Hamilton is a vibrant, student-friendly city located in the heart of New Zealand鈥檚 North Island. Surrounded by stunning nature, students can enjoy scenic parks, hiking trails, and the famous Hobbiton movie set nearby. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, multicultural community, and welcoming vibe making it a perfect place for students to live, study and explore.
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Tauranga is a beautiful coastal city in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty, offering students a perfect mix of urban living and outdoor adventure. With its stunning beaches, outdoor activities like hiking and water sports and a warm, sunny climate, it鈥檚 an ideal place for students looking to explore, learn and live in a welcoming environment.
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