{"id":33185,"date":"2026-09-08T06:03:07","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T06:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/?p=33185"},"modified":"2026-09-08T06:15:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T06:15:24","slug":"m-pharm-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"M Pharm in\u200b Aust\u200bralia 2026:\u200d Fees, Eligibility, Univer\u200dsi\u200dtie\u200cs &#038; PR Pathway (Pl\u200cus th\u200be OPRA Altern\u200cative\u200c)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-black ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#What_is_M_Pharm_in_Australia_and_why_do_students_choose_it\" >What is M Pharm in Australia and why do students choose it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#Who_is_eligible_for_M_Pharm_in_Australia_in_2026\" >Who is eligible for M Pharm in Australia in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#What_are_the_M_Pharm_fees_in_Australia_in_2026\" >What are the M Pharm fees in Australia in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#Which_are_the_best_universities_for_M_Pharm_in_Australia\" >Which are the best universities for M Pharm in Australia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#How_does_M_Pharm_lead_to_PR_permanent_residency_in_Australia\" >How does M Pharm lead to PR (permanent residency) in Australia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#What_is_OPRA_and_how_is_it_different_from_M_Pharm\" >What is OPRA and how is it different from M Pharm?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#How_much_does_OPRA_cost_and_how_long_does_it_take\" >How much does OPRA cost and how long does it take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#M_Pharm_vs_OPRA_which_one_should_you_choose\" >M Pharm vs OPRA: which one should you choose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/blog\/m-pharm-in-australia\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"33185\" class=\"elementor 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Play this article in your browser.<\/p>\r\n    <button type=\"button\" id=\"eeSpeak\">\u25b6 Listen to this blog<\/button>\r\n    <button type=\"button\" id=\"eePause\" class=\"ee-ghost\">\u23f8 Pause<\/button>\r\n    <button type=\"button\" id=\"eeStop\" class=\"ee-ghost\">\u25a0 Stop<\/button>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div id=\"ee-read\">\r\n\r\n    <p>If you are a pharmacy graduate dreaming of working in Australia, you have probably heard two words a lot: M Pharm and OPRA. Both can get you to the same place, registration as a pharmacist in Australia, but they are very different in cost, time, and effort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>This blog breaks down the M Pharm route for 2026: fees, eligibility, top universities, and how it connects to PR (permanent residency). We will also walk you through the <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/opra-exam-preparation-course\/\">OPRA exam<\/a>, which is a faster and cheaper way to reach the same goal for many candidates. By the end, you will know which path fits your budget, timeline, and career goals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_M_Pharm_in_Australia_and_why_do_students_choose_it\"><\/span>What is M Pharm in Australia and why do students choose it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>M Pharm (Master of Pharmacy) is a 2-year postgraduate degree offered by APC-accredited Australian universities. It leads directly to pharmacist registration and also counts as \"Australian study\" for PR points.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Many students pick this route because it is not just an exam, it is a full study experience. You get:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>A recognised Australian degree on your resume<\/li>\r\n      <li>Hospital and community pharmacy placements built into the course<\/li>\r\n      <li>Access to campus support, scholarships, and part-time work rights<\/li>\r\n      <li>Extra PR points for studying in Australia (and more points if you study in a regional area like Newcastle or Gold Coast)<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>M Pharm takes about 2 years and costs a lot more than a single exam.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_eligible_for_M_Pharm_in_Australia_in_2026\"><\/span>Who is eligible for M Pharm in Australia in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>You generally need a 4-year B.Pharm (or equivalent) from a recognised university, plus an IELTS score of around 6.5\u20137.0 (or equivalent PTE\/OET score).<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Common eligibility points across most universities:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>A relevant undergraduate degree: usually a 4-year B.Pharm from a PCI-approved Indian university, or an equivalent pharmacy\/science degree<\/li>\r\n      <li>English proficiency: IELTS 6.5 for admission (7.0 is usually needed later for pharmacist registration), or equivalent PTE\/OET scores<\/li>\r\n      <li>Some universities may ask for a bit of relevant work experience, though it is not always compulsory<\/li>\r\n      <li>A few universities (like Adelaide University) only accept their own BPharm (Hons) graduates into their M Pharm, so always check the specific university rule before applying<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-note\">\r\n      <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> University of Melbourne's Master of Biomedical Science (Pharmacology) does NOT lead to pharmacist registration, it is a research degree, so don't confuse the two<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <p>Always double-check the exact entry requirement on the university's own admissions page, since these can change every intake.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_M_Pharm_fees_in_Australia_in_2026\"><\/span>What are the M Pharm fees in Australia in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>Tuition for M Pharm in Australia in 2026 ranges from about AUD 30,000\u201345,000 per year at public universities, and AUD 40,000\u201360,000 per year at private ones \u2014 so roughly AUD 60,000 to 1,20,000 for the full 2-year course.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Here is a simple comparison table (approximate, always check the official university page for the latest number):<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-table-wrap\">\r\n      <table>\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <th>University<\/th>\r\n            <th>Approx. Annual Fee (AUD)<\/th>\r\n            <th>Type<\/th>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Griffith University<\/td>\r\n            <td>30,000\u201335,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Public \u2014 budget-friendly, automatic merit scholarship<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>University of Newcastle<\/td>\r\n            <td>32,000\u201338,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Public \u2014 regional city, lower living cost<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>University of Queensland (UQ)<\/td>\r\n            <td>40,000\u201345,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Public \u2014 Master of Clinical Pharmacy available fully online<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Monash University<\/td>\r\n            <td>45,000\u201350,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Public \u2014 strong global ranking<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>University of Sydney<\/td>\r\n            <td>45,000\u201355,000<\/td>\r\n            <td>Public \u2014 top-ranked, city-based<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-note\">\r\n      <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Fees are approximate 2026 figures and can change by campus or specialisation. Always confirm on the university's official fee page.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <p>On top of tuition, budget for living costs too:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>Monthly living costs range from about AUD 1,500 in Newcastle to AUD 3,000 in Sydney<\/li>\r\n      <li>The Australian government's minimum financial requirement for a student visa is about AUD 29,710 per year<\/li>\r\n      <li>Newcastle, Adelaide, Gold Coast, and Perth are generally the more affordable cities for students<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <!-- ================= CTA 1 ================= -->\r\n    <div class=\"ee-cta\">\r\n      <p>Not sure whether a <strong>2-year degree<\/strong> or a <strong>single exam<\/strong> is the better investment for you? Talk to our team before you spend a rupee.<\/p>\r\n      <a class=\"ee-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/contact\/\">Get free career guidance<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_best_universities_for_M_Pharm_in_Australia\"><\/span>Which are the best universities for M Pharm in Australia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>Monash University, University of Sydney, University of Queensland, and Griffith University are among the most popular choices for international M Pharm students in 2026.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>A quick look at what each is known for:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>Monash University \u2013 Strong global ranking for pharmacy and pharmacology<\/li>\r\n      <li>University of Sydney \u2013 Well-established program, good industry links<\/li>\r\n      <li>University of Queensland (UQ) \u2013 Offers a Master of Clinical Pharmacy fully online, useful if you are already registered in your home country<\/li>\r\n      <li>Griffith University \u2013 Most recommended for students on a tighter budget; lower fees plus an automatic 20% merit scholarship<\/li>\r\n      <li>University of Newcastle \u2013 Regional location, lower living costs, and can add extra points under the regional study pathway for PR<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>There are more than 30 APC-accredited universities offering pharmacy master's degrees across Australia, so this list is just a starting point, the right one depends on your budget, location preference, and career goals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_M_Pharm_lead_to_PR_permanent_residency_in_Australia\"><\/span>How does M Pharm lead to PR (permanent residency) in Australia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>M Pharm itself doesn't give you PR directly, but it builds your points for Australia's skilled migration system, since pharmacist is a regularly listed occupation on the skilled occupation list.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Here's how the pathway generally works after you finish your M Pharm:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ol>\r\n      <li>Complete your M Pharm from an APC-accredited university (this alone can lead to registration through the \"provisional pathway\" for accredited-course graduates, without needing OPRA)<\/li>\r\n      <li>Get your degree assessed and apply for provisional registration through Ahpra and the Pharmacy Board of Australia<\/li>\r\n      <li>Complete a supervised internship (this is a set number of practice hours)<\/li>\r\n      <li>Pass the required registration exams for full\/general registration<\/li>\r\n      <li>Once registered and working, you can apply for permanent residency through the points-based skilled migration system (for example, Skilled Independent visa subclass 189 or Skilled Nominated subclass 190)<\/li>\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n\r\n    <p>Extra points you can pick up along the way:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>Studying in Australia (Australian study requirement) adds points<\/li>\r\n      <li>Studying in a regional area (like Newcastle or Gold Coast) can add more points<\/li>\r\n      <li>Higher IELTS\/PTE scores, age, and work experience all affect your total points<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>PR is never guaranteed and depends on the points you score at the time you apply, plus the current occupation ceiling, so this should be treated as a general roadmap, not a fixed promise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_OPRA_and_how_is_it_different_from_M_Pharm\"><\/span>What is OPRA and how is it different from M Pharm?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>OPRA (Overseas Pharmacist Readiness Assessment) is a single exam conducted by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) that checks if your existing pharmacy degree is good enough for you to register as a pharmacist in Australia \u2014 without doing another full degree.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Key facts about OPRA:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>It replaced the older KAPS (Knowledge Assessment of Pharmaceutical Science) exam in 2025<\/li>\r\n      <li>It is a computer-based exam with multiple-choice and case-based clinical questions, taken at Pearson VUE test centres (available in major Indian cities too)<\/li>\r\n      <li>It is mandatory for pharmacists whose primary qualification was obtained outside Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, or the USA<\/li>\r\n      <li>Passing OPRA means your knowledge is considered equivalent to an Australian-trained pharmacist<\/li>\r\n      <li>After passing, you still need to complete a supervised internship before getting full registration \u2014 just like the M Pharm route<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <p>The biggest difference from M Pharm: you don't need to study in Australia at all to take OPRA. You can prepare and even sit the exam from India in many cases, using your existing B.Pharm or PharmD degree.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_OPRA_cost_and_how_long_does_it_take\"><\/span>How much does OPRA cost and how long does it take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>OPRA's official APC fees add up to roughly AUD 3,355 in total, and the whole process (eligibility check + exam + result) typically takes a few months, compared to the 2 years needed for M Pharm.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-table-wrap\">\r\n      <table>\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <th>OPRA Step<\/th>\r\n            <th>Approx. Fee (AUD)<\/th>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Eligibility Check (APC)<\/td>\r\n            <td>810<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>OPRA Exam Fee<\/td>\r\n            <td>2,245<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Skills Assessment Outcome<\/td>\r\n            <td>300<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td><strong>Total (official APC fees)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n            <td><strong>~3,355<\/strong><\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-note\">\r\n      <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> These are official APC fees only, prep courses, English tests (IELTS\/OET), and travel are separate. Always check current fees on the APC website since they are reviewed and can change every year.<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <p>A rough OPRA timeline:<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <ol>\r\n      <li>Apply for the Eligibility Check through the APC Candidate Portal (processing usually takes 4\u20136 weeks)<\/li>\r\n      <li>Once approved, you get your Skills Assessment Eligibility Letter and can book your OPRA exam<\/li>\r\n      <li>OPRA is held three times a year \u2014 March, July, and November<\/li>\r\n      <li>After passing, apply for your Skills Assessment Outcome, then move to provisional registration through Ahpra<\/li>\r\n      <li>Complete your supervised internship (around 1,824 training hours) before applying for general registration<\/li>\r\n    <\/ol>\r\n\r\n    <p>If you'd rather not prepare for OPRA alone, Elite Expertise offers structured <a href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/opra-exam-preparation-course\/\">OPRA coaching<\/a> with mock tests and study material built around the current exam pattern, helpful if you want expert guidance instead of piecing together prep material yourself.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>A word of caution: the APC has warned candidates about scam agents charging money outside their official portal. Always pay through the official APC Candidate Portal only, and if you're using a migration agent, check they are registered with OMARA.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <!-- ================= CTA 2 ================= -->\r\n    <div class=\"ee-cta\">\r\n      <p>Planning to sit OPRA in <strong>March, July or November<\/strong>? Our coaches will map a study plan around your exam date.<\/p>\r\n      <a class=\"ee-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/eliteexpertise.com\/contact\/\">Book your OPRA counselling call<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"M_Pharm_vs_OPRA_which_one_should_you_choose\"><\/span>M Pharm vs OPRA: which one should you choose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>Choose M Pharm if you want an Australian degree, campus experience, and extra PR points from Australian study. Choose OPRA if you want to save time and money and already have a strong pharmacy degree from home.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-table-wrap\">\r\n      <table>\r\n        <thead>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <th>Factor<\/th>\r\n            <th>M Pharm<\/th>\r\n            <th>OPRA<\/th>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/thead>\r\n        <tbody>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Time<\/td>\r\n            <td>About 2 years<\/td>\r\n            <td>A few months (exam + processing)<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Cost<\/td>\r\n            <td>AUD 60,000\u20131,20,000+ (tuition alone)<\/td>\r\n            <td>~AUD 3,355 (official fees)<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Study location<\/td>\r\n            <td>Must study in Australia<\/td>\r\n            <td>Can prepare from home country<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>PR points<\/td>\r\n            <td>Extra points for Australian study\/regional study<\/td>\r\n            <td>No study points, but you save years and money that can go into visa\/settlement costs<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Outcome<\/td>\r\n            <td>Leads to provisional registration + internship<\/td>\r\n            <td>Leads to provisional registration + internship<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n          <tr>\r\n            <td>Best for<\/td>\r\n            <td>Students who want a full Australian education, experience and are financially prepared<\/td>\r\n            <td>Students who want the fastest, most affordable way to become a registered pharmacist<\/td>\r\n          <\/tr>\r\n        <\/tbody>\r\n      <\/table>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <p>Some students also use a middle path, doing a cheaper Australian master's (like Public Health or Health Management) while preparing for OPRA on the side, to get some Australian study points without the full M Pharm cost.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p>Both M Pharm and OPRA lead to the same destination: becoming a registered pharmacist in Australia. M Pharm gives you the full Australian university experience, campus support, and extra PR points, but it comes with a bigger price tag and a 2-year time commitment. OPRA, on the other hand, lets you use your existing pharmacy degree to reach the same goal in a fraction of the time and cost, making it the go-to choice for many overseas pharmacists who want to start working sooner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>There is no one-size-fits-all answer here. If you have the budget and want an Australian degree plus stronger PR points, M Pharm is worth it. If you want to save time and money and are confident in your subject knowledge, OPRA is the smarter, faster route. Whichever path you pick, always cross-check fees, dates, and eligibility on the official APC and Ahpra websites before making a decision, since these numbers are updated regularly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <p>Whichever path you choose, having the right guidance makes the process smoother, Elite Expertise supports students through both the OPRA exam prep and general Australia registration guidance, so you don't have to navigate it alone.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ee-takeaways\">\r\n      <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n      <ul>\r\n        <li>M Pharm in Australia is a 2-year postgraduate degree that leads to pharmacist registration, but it usually costs AUD 60,000\u20131,20,000 in tuition alone.<\/li>\r\n        <li>OPRA (Overseas Pharmacist Readiness Assessment) is a single exam route that costs around AUD 3,355 (totally, not only the exam fees) in official fees, a fraction of the M Pharm cost.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Both paths end with the same result: provisional registration, a supervised internship, and then general registration as a pharmacist in Australia.<\/li>\r\n        <li>M Pharm graduates get extra points in the PR process because they qualify for Australian study points; OPRA candidates skip this but save years of time and lakhs of rupees.<\/li>\r\n        <li>Griffith University and Newcastle are known as budget-friendly M Pharm options; Monash, Sydney, and UQ are considered top-ranked but costlier.<\/li>\r\n        <li>OPRA is now the only valid knowledge-stream pathway for pharmacists trained outside Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA, it replaced the older KAPS exam in 2025.<\/li>\r\n        <li>If money and time are tight, OPRA plus a short internship is usually the fastest way to become a registered pharmacist in Australia.<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q1. Is M Pharm compulsory to become a pharmacist in Australia?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>No. You can also become a registered pharmacist by passing the OPRA exam if you already hold a B.Pharm or PharmD from a recognised university \u2014 you don't have to redo a master's degree in Australia.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q2. What is the OPRA exam fee in 2026?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>The OPRA exam fee is AUD 2,245 per attempt. Along with the eligibility check (AUD 810) and skills assessment outcome (AUD 300), the total official cost comes to about AUD 3,355.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q3. How long does M Pharm take in Australia?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>M Pharm is typically a 2-year, full-time postgraduate program at most Australian universities.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q4. Which university is the cheapest for M Pharm in Australia?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>Griffith University is often recommended as one of the most budget-friendly options, along with an automatic merit scholarship for eligible students.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q5. Does OPRA replace the KAPS exam?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>Yes. OPRA officially replaced the older KAPS (Knowledge Assessment of Pharmaceutical Science) exam in 2025 and is now the standard knowledge-stream assessment for overseas pharmacists.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q6. Can M Pharm help with PR in Australia?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>Yes, indirectly. M Pharm graduates can earn extra points for Australian study (and regional study, if applicable), which helps in the points-based skilled migration system. It does not guarantee PR on its own.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details class=\"ee-faq\">\r\n      <summary>Q7. Do I need to travel to Australia to take the OPRA exam?<\/summary>\r\n      <div class=\"ee-faq-body\">\r\n        <p>Not necessarily. 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