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Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 3 unit (CSA209)

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Location: Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 3 involves the study of the physical and chemical (physicochemical) principles which are important in the design of dosage forms and other pharmaceutical systems. These physicochemical principles are also applied to professional pharmacy practice, particularly with regard to extemporaneous compounding. You will develop your dispensing process by exploring more advanced extemporaneous compounding and dispensing issues. You will be introduced to professional problem-solving and decision making appropriate to the patient. There is a focus on patient-centred care as you develop your communication and patient counselling skills.

Summary

Unit name Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 3
Unit code CSA209
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Discipline Pharmacy
Coordinator Mrs Julie Sorrentino
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Cradle Coast Spring This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Hobart Spring This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Launceston Spring This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Spring 1/11/2026 16/11/2026 2/12/2026 2/1/2027

* 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 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

  • Identify medication-related issues in simulated clinical scenarios.
  • Formulate solutions to medication-related issues in simulated clinical scenarios.
  • Prepare and dispense compounded medications adhering to Professional Practice Standards.
  • Demonstrate patient-centred communication in a simulated practice environment.

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

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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Requisites

Prerequisites

CSA121 and (CSA119 or CSA123)

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

2 hours per week Independent Learning (online modules) 

2 hour weekly workshops (on campus face-to-face) 

2 x 3 hour workshops (on campus face-to-face)

4 x 3 hour practicals (on campus face-to-face)

AssessmentPractical competencies|In-class oral assessments (20%)|Dispensing practical reports (40%)|Final Oral Assessment (40%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary (APF) 26th edition  

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