Introduction
CSA746 – Research Thesis B is the second of two interconnected research-focused units in the Master of Pharmaceutical Science program, building on the foundation established in CSA745. In this unit, you will advance your independent project through continued hands-on research, while progressing into the final stages of data analysis, critical interpretation, and effective communication of your findings.
The unit emphasises independence, critical thinking, and scholarly creativity, while still receiving structured support from your supervisory team. You will further refine advanced research skills, strengthen your ability to position your project within current pharmaceutical challenges, and gain confidence in articulating complex ideas through both written and oral communication.
By combining sustained laboratory engagement with higher-level analysis and dissemination, CSA746 represents the progression of your research journey to the advanced stage. It equips you with the expertise, transferable skills, and professional confidence to make meaningful contributions to pharmaceutical sciences in academic, industry, government, or regulatory settings.
Summary
| Unit name | Research Thesis B |
| Unit code | CSA746 |
| 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 synthesise scientific literature to demonstrate advanced understanding of a chosen research project.
- Apply appropriate research methodologies with intellectual independence.
- Generate and analyse data to draw valid and evidence-based conclusions.
- Communicate coherent research outcomes with clarity to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CSA741 AND CSA742 AND CSA743 AND CSA744 AND CSA745Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 hour Fortnightly Supervisory Research Meeting, 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 | Oral Presentation (50%)|Thesis Manuscript (50%) |
| 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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