PGC5109 Clinical research 3
Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
PGC5109 Clinical research 3 is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Parkville. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Parkville
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PGC5109
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PGC5109
No unit lists PGC5109 as a prerequisite in the 2021 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: PGC5108 (PGC5008)
Prohibition: PGC5009
Overview
This unit is a natural progression from PGC5108 and will allow students to further consolidate their research skills. Emphasis is on data analysis, drawing conclusions from the research, and development of the final research report. The final report will involve a verbal presentation of the entire project, and submission of a written report.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Parkville | De online |
| Second semester | Parkville | De online |
Assessment
- Oral Presentation30%
- Written submission of research projectCompetency hurdle40%
- Panel review30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Analyse data in a manner appropriate to the chosen study design and results obtained.
- 2
Interpret research findings in the context of previous research in the field.
- 3
Develop and conduct a program of research.
- 4
Prepare and deliver an oral presentation about research findings to a diverse audience of healthcare personnel and academics.
- 5
Integrate peer, collaborator and supervisor feedback and critical reflection to prepare a written research report.
- 6
Demonstrate time management skills by meeting set deadlines and proactively negotiating adjustments to agreed timelines.
- 7
Reflect and report on limitations of the research process and outcomes.
Workload and teaching
- Teaching approachResearch activities
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachOnline learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. The unit requires on average 10-12 hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include teacher directed learning, reading time, participation in online discussions or discussion groups, research and preparation for assignments.
Learning resources
Technology resources
For information on Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) specifications, technology requirements, as well as systems and services available to students, review the Student Technology Essentials Handbook https://www.monash.edu/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/1041220/student-it-brochure.pdf
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mr John Coutsouvelis
- Unit Coordinators
- Mr John Coutsouvelis
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PGC5109?
PGC5109 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is PGC5109 offered?
In 2021, PGC5109 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Parkville.
How much work is PGC5109?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does PGC5109 have an exam?
No. PGC5109 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.