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Forensic pharmacology

FOR5025

Synopsis

This unit builds on FOR5007 Elements of Forensic Toxicology, an introductory unit in aspects of forensic toxicology of relevance to forensic practitioners with a medical background, to deliver more advanced knowledge in drug detection techniques and use of alternative specimens to assist in investigations, teaching of advanced pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, drug interactions and aspects of pharmacogenomics relevant to those with both biomedical science and medical backgrounds. 

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points
6
Level
5
Audience
Postgraduate
Type
Coursework
School
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Faculty
Forensic Medicine
Handbook year
2026

Prerequisites (1)

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Offerings (2)

  • Second semesterUniversity of the Philippines · FLX-BLK / Southbank · FLX-BLK