BPS1042 · Monash University
Pharmaceutical science in context
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 1
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
What it covers
This unit is designed to introduce you to the major fields of the applied sciences in which pharmaceutical scientists specialise. The relationships between the different disciplines and their distinct roles in drug discovery and medicine development will be demonstrated. Participants are introduced to the following areas as they apply to the biology, chemistry, and formulation of medicines and related products: • drug discovery biology • medicinal chemistry • formulation science You will also have the opportunity to attend specialised seminars on pharmaceutical science research.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Form Sci presentations | Presentation | 25% |
| Press release article | Written | 10% |
| Discovery MCQs/quizzes/other | Exercise | 5% |
| DDB presentations | Presentation | 25% |
| Med Chem presentations | Presentation | 25% |
| Skills coaching sessions | Project | 10% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Malaysia | On-campus |
| Parkville | On-campus |