Introduction
CSA745 – Research Thesis A is the first of two research-focused units in the Master of Pharmaceutical Science program, designed to provide you with a transformative learning experience through research engagement. This unit offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a real-world pharmaceutical science research environment, where you will develop and apply advanced research skills essential for careers in academia, industry, government or regulatory settings.
CSA745 introduces you to the research process by enabling to undertake an independent research project on a selected topic under the guidance of a supervisory team. The unit fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry, encouraging you to take ownership of your learning while being supported through regular supervision.
Through this unit, you will gain hands-on experience in research design, literature review, and laboratory techniques. Emphasis is placed on understanding and addressing current research challenges within pharmaceutical science. You will also develop essential transferable skills such as scientific writing, project management, data interpretation, and communication of complex ideas.
CSA745 lays the foundation for CSA746 – Research Thesis B, with both units forming a cohesive research journey. Working on the same project across two semesters ensures continuity and depth in your research experience, allowing you to contribute meaningfully to your chosen field of study.
Summary
| Unit name | Research Thesis A |
| Unit code | CSA745 |
| Credit points | 50 |
| College/School | Health School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Doctor Rahul Patel |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse scientific literature to identify research gaps and to form well-supported conclusions.
- Justify selection of research rationale, methodologies and techniques.
- Apply appropriate laboratory techniques suitable to identified project.
- Critically evaluate contemporary pharmaceutical issues to propose possible solutions.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CSA741 AND CSA742 AND CSA743 AND CSA744Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 8 x one-to-two-hours workshops, 6 x 3hr online MyLO Modules (Self directed learning), in addition students will be expected to spend a minimum of 2 days (approximately 15 hours) per week in the laboratory working on their project |
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| Assessment | Analysis Report: Contemporary Issues in Pharmaceutical Science (20%)|Laboratory Report (20%)|Graphical Poster Presentation (30%)|Research Introduction and Oral Conversation (30%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Please note that are no prescribed or recommended textbooks for this course. The lecture material for this unit is not based on conventional textbooks, but rather, is updated regularly and derived from most up-to-date research in the field. All necessary course materials, including lecture notes and online modules, are made available to you through MyLO. |
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