M4C Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) Graduate Program (BPharm(Hons))
The Honours course aims to provide experience and training in research in pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical science or pharmacology. This overall objective is served by the following goals:
to extend knowledge and understanding in specific topics of interest in pharmacy and related sciences,
to improve skills in critically reading the literature and communicating effectively in science,
to learn particular research methods and techniques,
to develop the ability to plan and carry out a research project, and to prepare a report on the results.
Honours students specialise in a particular field of study and at the same time are exposed to the great range of opportunities for undertaking higher degrees and following careers in pharmacy practice or the drug sciences.
Honours students are expected to have a good academic record including at least a credit average in the subject area of specialisation. The Graduate Honours Program consists of a major research project leading to a thesis, and other advanced studies which varies depending on the particular program (undergraduate or postgraduate) and student interests.
Prospective students should discuss their career plans and interests with academic staff in Pharmacy in order to identify an appropriate field of research for the major Honours project.
