Pharmacy

Pharmacists are medication experts who identify, resolve and prevent medication-related problems for their patients. Many pharmacists work in community pharmacies but they also provide care in hospitals, family health teams and long-term care facilities, often collaborating closely with other health professionals.
As the only co-op pharmacy program in Canada, you'll get paid, hands-on experience throughout your studies. Spend co-op work terms at a community pharmacy practice or choose to explore careers in industry and government.

Recommended Waterloo programs to meet requirements include Honours Science, Biomedical Sciences and Biology. The professional Doctor of Pharmacy program is 4 years in length, not including the minimum 2 years of university studies needed prior to entry.

Successful completion of at least 2 full years of university-level science with specific course requirements.
Minimum overall university average of 75%.
Admission Information Form, reference, online assessment of personal characteristics (Casper test), interview.
High school students may qualify for Conditional Admission to Pharmacy.

Duration: 3.6 years

Back to top