PHM508 Pharmacy Research Methods & Proposal (16)
CSU Discipline Area: Pharmacy (PHARM)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject introduces students to the various methodological approaches, both qualitative and quantitative, to pharmacy research. Students will gain an understanding of research design, implementation and analysis. At the conclusion of the subject students will have completed a major literature review, prepared a research proposal (including any ethics approvals).
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: PHM508
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Master of Pharmacy Practice students only
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Upon successful completion of the subject students should be able to:
* Understand qualitative and quantitative pharmacy research methods;
* Understand the primary means for dissemination of research findings;
* Understand the requirements and procedures for ethical, and other approval, for research;
* Define a pharmacy research project using methodologies appropriate to their field of research;
* Conduct a literature search of appropriate sources;
* Collate, evaluate and critically review information on a specific topic
* Develop a full research proposal in writing, including completion of all ethics or other requirements
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
The syllabus will cover the following topics: * Experimental design and implementation * Ethical issues in research - both human and animal * Approvals required for laboratory based research * Literature searches using electronic and other databases * Development of a critical literature review * Analysis and presentation of research finding * Preparation of a research proposal
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.