An introduction to the principles of research followed by structured research in a pharmacy related topic.
| Paper title | Elective Studies B |
|---|---|
| Paper code | PHCY430 |
| Subject | Pharmacy |
| EFTS | 0.125 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,099.50 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- BPharm
- Contact
- Teaching staff
Paper Co-ordinator Professor Sarah Hook
- Paper Structure
Lectures, Workshops
- Textbooks
No set textbooks.
- Course outline
This course is designed to give students research experience. Students will undertake one of the offered research projects in groups of approximately five students. The aim of this paper is to enable students to:
- Develop an awareness of the purpose, nature and practice of research.
- Develop research skills that contribute to the science and practice of pharmacy.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes that are covered in this paper include: Communication, collaboration, research.
- Uses appropriate communication techniques to establish and maintain a collaborative and constructive relationships with people and colleagues.
- Communicates clinical information and expert scientific knowledge effectively to different audiences.
- Uses communication technology effectively.
- Participates in scientific research.
Population health
- Identify and describe the role of te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi in maintaining indigenous health rights for Māori in Aotearoa/New Zealand and in contributing to Māori health advancement.
Professionalism
- Recognises, explains and demonstrates ethical principles and values underpinning the profession.
