Townsville
The Pharmacy course provides students with a broad education in physical and biological sciences and an understanding of the functioning of body systems and the impact of disease upon these systems. Students will develop knowledge of drug action and of the use of drug therapy in treating illness and disease. In addition, they will develop an appreciation of important factors, which can modify the therapeutic activity of drugs, such as drug dosage formulation, interaction between drugs, interaction between drugs and their containers or with foodstuffs and patient compliance with drug therapy. The common objective of these studies is to develop an expertise in the management and therapeutic use of drugs, which will contribute, through application of Quality Use of Medicines principles, to improved health outcomes for patients.
Pharmacists are frequently the first professional contacted for healthcare advice. Consequently, they have a significant responsibility, not only in providing direct primary health education and assistance, but also in referring clients to alternative healthcare providers where this is appropriate.
To practise effectively, a pharmacist must be sensitive to the impact of illness upon individuals and demonstrate a commitment to developing caring, collaborative relationships with patients and other health care providers. Effective interpersonal and communication skills and cross-cultural awareness are essential to this process and will be developed through a series of professional placements during the course.
level 1
SEMESTER 1
| BM1000:03 |
Introductory Biochemistry and Microbiology |
| CH1001:03 |
Introductory Chemistry A |
| PC1001:03 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 |
| PC1004:03 |
Introduction to Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences 1 |
SEMESTER 2
| HS1401:03 |
Health and Health Care in Australia |
| PC1002:03 |
Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 |
| PC1003:03 |
Introduction to Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Science 2 |
| PC1005:03 |
Molecular Basis of Therapeutics 1 |
level 2
SEMESTER 1
| BC2014:03 |
Principles of Biochemistry and Cell Regulation |
| PC2002:03 |
Molecular Basis of Therapeutics 3 |
| PC2004:03 |
Professional Pharmacy Practice 1 |
| PC2006:03 |
Dermatology for Pharmacists |
SEMESTER 2
| HS2401:03 |
Rural and Remote Primary and Public Health Care |
| PC2001:03 |
Molecular Basis of Therapeutics 2 |
| PC2003:03 |
Integrated Metabolism and Nutrition for Pharmacists |
| PC2201:03 |
Infectious Diseases and Immunology for Pharmacists |
level 3
SEMESTER 1
| PC3001:03 |
ENT, Eyes and Respiratory Pharmacy |
| PC3002:03 |
Cardiovascular and Renal Therapeutics for Pharmacists |
| PC3004:03 |
Professional Pharmacy Practice 2 |
| PC3104:03 |
Professional Pharmacy Placement 1 |
SEMESTER 2
| CH3100:03 |
Molecular Basis of Therapeutics 4 |
| PC3005:03 |
Nervous System and Mental Health for Pharmacists |
| PC3006:03 |
Infectious Diseases and Immunology for Pharmacists |
| PC3201:03 |
Musculoskeletal Pharmacy |
level 4
SEMESTER 1
| PC4101:03 |
Endocrinology and Reproductive Pharmacy |
| PC4102:03 |
Oncology, Haematology and Toxicology for Pharmacy |
| PC4103:03 |
Professional Pharmacy Practice 3 |
| PC4105:03 |
Pharmacy Research Honours (for honours stream only) |
| Plus |
| 3 units from the following subjects: |
| CO1002:03 |
Contemporary Accounting – Principles and Systems 1 |
| CO1501:03 |
Introduction to Commercial Law |
| EC1005:03 |
Economics for Business 1 |
| PC4104:03 |
Pharmacy Project |
| PP2110:03 |
Anatomy and Histology |
| SP3006:03 |
Sports Medicine |
| Or a subject approved by the Head of School. |
SEMESTER 2
| PC4201:03 |
Professional Pharmacy 4 |
| PC4202:09 |
Professional Pharmacy Placement |
