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 2023 in Semester 1 at Parkville. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 1
- Parkville
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2023 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 2023 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: PGC5108 (PGC5008)
Prohibition: PGC5009
Overview
This unit is a natural progression from PGC5108 and will allow you to further consolidate your 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 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Parkville | De |
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 approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Teaching approachResearch activities
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online learning activities and independent study. The unit requires on average 10-12 hours of learning activities per week, including teacher directed learning, independent study and reading time, participation in online discussions, research and preparation for assignments.
Learning resources
Technology resources
This unit requires access to a device (computer or laptop) that meets minimum specifications. Free specialist software is available via MoVE.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Mr Stephen Wood
- Chief Examiners
- Mr Stephen Wood
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PGC5109?
PGC5109 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is PGC5109 offered?
In 2023, PGC5109 runs in Semester 1 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.