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PHAR4913: Pharmacy Honours
2026 unit information
This unit of study extends the students’ knowledge and skills in research practice, problem solving, and written and oral scientific communication acquired in PHAR3923 (Research Methods). This unit of study develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills and provides opportunities to explore and solve real-world needs. Working in collaboration with experienced researchers or industry partners, students integrate their academic knowledge and skills to conduct a research project and report their findings (both in written and oral form). The development of advanced research and presentation skills are also encouraged through participation in small group supervisory discussion groups, as well as research conferences, seminars and submission of scientific journal articles.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Pharmacy |
| Credit points | 12 |
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Prerequisites:
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PHAR3923 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Conduct relevant investigations to answer questions or hypotheses of chosen health research topic.
- LO2. Evaluate research findings and relevant literature critically to arrive at evidence-based conclusions.
- LO3. Demonstrate skills to identify and manage uncertainty or ambiguity that arises during research.
- LO4. Propose how research conclusions can inform future developments in pharmacy-related areas or be applied to improve pharmaceutical science or pharmacy practice.
- LO5. Demonstrate skills in disseminating research findings including written skills, oral and multi-media presentation skills, and receiving and responding to feedback.
- LO6. Apply appropriate writing and referencing techniques, including appropriately acknowledging sources, to uphold academic honesty.
- LO7. Demonstrate responsibility for personal and professional development through independent learning and continuous reflection.
Unit availability
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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There are no availabilities for previous years.
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