Courses & Units
The Art and Science of Clinical Trials CAD303
Hobart
This unit is being phased out, no new enrolments are being taken.
Introduction
The overall goal of dementia research is to make a difference to the lives of people with dementia or those that care for them. This may be either through prevention, treatment or improvements to care. To make the translation from research to practice, evidence is needed in the form of a clinical trial. However, there are many challenges facing clinical research. In this unit you will have an opportunity to examine in detail some of the clinical trials that are being performed in the dementia field and research the background that has led to these trials. You will learn about the organization and planning that goes into running a clinical trial and discuss some of the ethical issues surrounding clinical trials in dementia. You will also learn what it means to be involved in a clinical trial and the difficulties facing clinical translation.
Summary
| Unit name | The Art and Science of Clinical Trials |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAD303 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Coordinator | Doctor Adele Woodhouse |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the scientific rationale behind clinical trials in dementia to a non-specialist audience
- Discuss the ethical issues surrounding clinical trials in dementia
- Evaluate the design of clinical trials in dementia with reference to the potential reasons for trial failure.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 069900 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $1,260.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CAD201Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online Learning - approx. 10 hours per week. |
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| Assessment | Report (20%)|Presentation (20%)|Assignment (20%)|Assignment (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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