No result is given until the end of semester two. These units extend beyond normal semester length. In addition to the usual course expenses students need to buy a laboratory coat or protective clothing, glassware and dispensing aids. A charge may be made for some consumables and broken apparatus. In order to have the best chance of securing a place and being successful in the course, applicants should have more than the minimum requirements for entry.
Human biology is a useful subject to have studied.
This involves additional study in the fourth year of the course to enable students to extend knowledge of current academic research methodology in the field of pharmacy. The major emphasis is on the design and conduct of a supervised research project and preparation of an honours dissertation. This may be carried out in the fields of the pharmaceutical sciences or in pharmaceutical practice. Some advanced coursework relevant to the field of study is also undertaken.