Unit Code: PHM714

Unit Name: Research Project

Description: Research conducted in Pharmacy draws on the traditional scientific disciplines to improve Pharmaceutical Care and Practice. A research project is an alternative experience to classroom learning. This course provides an excellent opportunity for students to explore pharmacy related topics from a hands-on perspective. The aim of these projects is to enable students to study in depth a topic of relevance to pharmacy. The project will based on systemic review of the literature. This course covers the basic aspects in research where students choose a topic with negotiation with their supervisor and carry out the project as per the learning outcomes.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, the students will be able to: 1. Choose a relevant research topic. 2. Write an annotated bibliography on the topic . 3. Critique articles on the topic. 4. Develop a conceptual framework and present it to staff and students. 5. Collect data on the chosen topic. 6. Analyse and interpret data collected. 7. Discuss the results of the research in a scientific and ethical manner. 8. Report the findings of the research.

Prerequisite: PHM710, PHM711, PHM712 & PHM713

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 30

Offered In: Semester 1,2