Pharmacy refers to an area of study in which people learn how to fill prescriptions and advise patients on how and when to take medications. Those who study pharmacy may go onto become pharmacy technicians, hospital pharmacists, or pharmacy managers.

Australia has a subsidized higher education for students pursuing the undergraduate degrees. They also give loan and grants for the post graduate students. Higher learning starts at undergraduate degree level to a doctoral degree offered in any field of study.

Students can select individual courses in accordance with their interests. Students may also structure a series of classes in a way that might achieve specific objectives such as improving job skills, pursuing new careers, or obtaining certificates or degrees.