Key facts
UNE unit code: PHAR340
*You are viewing the 2024 version of this unit which may be subject to change in future.
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Rapid innovation in the development of novel treatments means that a clear understanding of pharmacokinetics is essential. This field examines the impact that the body has on the drug, from administration through to elimination.
Studying this unit, you will explore the core concepts of pharmacokinetics, with opportunities to apply your knowledge in simulated clinical scenarios.
Topics covered examine the fundamental principles of pharmacokinetics, including factors that influence absorption, distribution and elimination of drugs, exposure and response to single and multiple drug doses, therapeutic windows, constant-rate regimens, metabolite kinetics, non-linear pharmacokinetics, bioequivalence and bioavailability, and drug interactions.
Offerings
For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 April 2024 | 15 April 2024 | 3 days | Mandatory Intensive School | Trimester 1, Online | The intensive school is mandatory for online students only. Students must attend the Mandatory Workshop during the Intensive School, which is held in Armidale. No teaching activities will be held on Sunday. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
Unit coordinator(s)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- define and describe the core principles of pharmacokinetics, the pharmacokinetic parameters that arise from these principles and the circumstances to which they apply;
- utilise pharmacokinetic equations to solve for parameters associated with simulated clinical scenarios;
- define and describe the impact of disease/disorder status and genetics on the pharmacokinetics of drug use; and
- define and describe the role of surrogate endpoints, biomarker and safety biomarker monitoring in the therapeutic use of drugs.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Online quizzes. This comprises 4 multiple choice quizzes worth 5% each (250 words equivalent each). These relate to definitions, core principles, equations and calculations. This assessment is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Mid-trimester quiz. This assessment is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. No. Words: 1000 |
| Final Examination | Yes | 60% | All offerings | Examination will consist of short-answer questions on pharmacokinetic principles and case-based problem-solving questions. This assessment is mandatory and will count towards the final assessment of this unit. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Essentials of Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
ISBN: 9781451194425
Tozer, T.N. and Rowland, M., Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins 2nd ed. 2015
Text refers to: All offerings
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Pharmacokinetics Made Easy
ISBN: 9780070285279
Birkett, D., McGraw-Hill 2nd ed. 2010
Text refers to: All offerings
Rowland and Tozer's Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics: Concepts and Applications
ISBN: 9781496385048
Derendorf, H. and Schmidt, S., Wolters Kluwer 5th ed. 2020
Text refers to: All offerings
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024
No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience Survey
Five Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024
Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.
We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
*The Good Universities Guide
Stay connected
Register your interest and we'll keep you updated
Why study with us?
I'm grateful to UNE for the opportunities studying has given me, but above all, for making me realise I could actually do it, and giving me a sense of accomplishment.
What happens next?
Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.
2024 applications are now open. The application process only takes 20 minutes to complete. Don’t delay, apply now!
Your start date is based on the study period you choose to apply for.
