How can I become a registered pharmacist by doing the pharmacy course abroad in UK/Australia?

To become a registered pharmacist after studying pharmacy abroad, you must complete the registration process in your chosen country.

UK:
- Complete the Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP)
- Undertake 52 weeks of pre-registration training
- Pass the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) registration assessment
- Apply for registration with the GPhC

Australia:
- Get your degree assessed by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC)
- Pass the Knowledge Assessment of Pharmaceutical Sciences (KAPS) exam
- Complete at least 1,575 hours of supervised internship
- Pass the Pharmacy Board of Australia competency exams
- Apply for registration

Both countries require proof of English language proficiency (such as IELTS) and a valid visa. Requirements and processes are subject to change. For detailed guidance, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.