Research Thesis B unit (CSA746)

Hobart

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

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1
Hobart	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026

* 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

• 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

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
030399	$4,768.00	$4,768.00	not applicable	$13,604.00

• 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

CSA741 AND CSA742 AND CSA743 AND CSA744 AND CSA745

Teaching

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.
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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