Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 2 unit (CSA114)

Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 2 integrates two areas of study: pharmaceutical science and pharmacy practice. Pharmaceutical Science is the study of the formulation, manufacture, stability and efficacy of pharmaceutical dosage forms. Pharmacy Practice is the study of the role of the pharmacist in optimising the use of medicines and improving health outcomes. This unit requires you to apply knowledge of pharmaceutical science and pharmacy practice to a range of professional and practical situations. You will study dosage form design and formulation, extemporaneous compounding, dispensing and pharmaceutical calculations in relation to creams, ointments, other topical dosage forms, rectal/vaginal preparations, and eye/ear preparations.

Summary

Unit name	Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 2
Unit code	CSA114
Credit points	25
College/School	Health School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Discipline	Pharmacy
Coordinator	Mrs Natalie Cooper
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	4/7/2027	26/7/2027	29/8/2027	23/10/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Describe non-oral drug delivery methods and technology.
• Prepare extemporaneously compounded products in a simulated practical environment.
• Perform advanced pharmaceutical calculations.
• Apply drug information and pharmacy-related literature to a simulated clinical environment.
• Conduct a systematic history taking process within simulated clinical scenarios.
• Treat the diagnosed minor ailment in simulated clinical cases.
• Communicate clearly in a person-centred manner.
• Act in a legal, ethical and professional manner in a simulated pharmacy setting.
• Explain microbial principles relating to drug design and delivery.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

CSA113 Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 1 and CXA137 and CSA118

Teaching

Assessment	Practical competencies|OTC Oral Assessments (20%)|Theory and calculation tests (20%)|Workbook Portfolio (20%)|Written Theory Exam (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.

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