Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 1 unit (CSA117)

Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 1 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 powders, capsules, tablets, solutions and suspensions.

Summary

Unit name	Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 1
Unit code	CSA117
Credit points	12.5
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

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Cradle Coast	Semester 1
Hobart	Semester 1
Launceston	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	23/02/2026	17/03/2026	20/04/2026	14/06/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Describe oral drug delivery methods and technology.
• Prepare oral extemporaneously dispensed products in a simulated practical environment considering legislation and accepted professional practice standards.
• Perform basic pharmaceutical calculations.
• Search and reference drug information and pharmacy-related literature.

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
060501	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,862.00

• 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

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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
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⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Independent Learning (online modules) – 2hrs per week Workshop 2hr weekly Practical 2hrs weekly x 9 times 2x 30min tests
Assessment	Practical competencies|Dosage form theory and calculation tests (30%)|Workbook (30%)|Written theory exam (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	You will need the following text: Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary and Handbook (APF) 26th edition, published by the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA).

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