Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- Dutton Park
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 1
- Administrative campus
- Dutton Park
- Coordinating unit
- Pharmacy School
Understanding the Australian health care system (e.g. services, funding, workforce, rural challenges), Indigenous health, National medicines Policy, listing medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Schedule (pharmacoeconomics), professional organisations.
Every country has specific elements of health system organisation. As pharmacists in community, hospital, industry, or regulatory settings, you will be part of the Australian healthcare system. Australia’s health expenditure is second only to its investment in social security and welfare. This course will introduce you to the Australian healthcare system regarding organisation, financing, hospitals, workforce, and rural practice. You will also consider other health system aspects, such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, and explore the contemporary topics and challenges facing the profession of pharmacy. Our National Medicines Policy and health technology assessment as it applies to pharmaceuticals will also be explored, as well as the main professional pharmacy organisations and the current SeventhﾠCommunity Pharmacy Agreement (7CPA). Our major focus will be your place as a pharmacist within the health system.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students should have successfully completed PHRM1011 and PHRM2030.
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
PHRM3030
Restrictions
Only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Pharmacy
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
For scheduled times and venues, refer to mySI-net timetable The topic of each lecture and tutorial times can be found on Blackboard.
Aims and outcomes
To enable students to understand the Australian health care system and the role of pharmacy and pharmacists in the healthcare system.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Discuss the main components of the Australian health care system (structure, financing, hospitals)
LO2.
Describe the pharmacy workforce within the broader health workforce and pharmacists' roles in primary and secondary health care
LO3.
Outline the main aspects of rural and remote health in relation to pharmacy practice
LO4.
Provide culturally safe practice that includes recognition of the distinct needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
LO5.
Discuss the role of health technology assessment and pharmacoeconomics within the PBS
LO6.
Contextualise the role and profile of major professional organisations in pharmacy and the most recent Community Pharmacy Agreement
LO7.
Demonstrate awareness of the contemporary developments in pharmacy practice
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Written Assignment | 30% |
13/09/2024 4:00 pm |
| Reflection | Cultural Safety Modules 3 and 4 reflections | 20% |
11/10/2024 4:00 pm |
| Examination |
Written Exam
|
50% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
Assessment details
Written Assignment
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
13/09/2024 4:00 pm
Task description
Students will be required to work individually to complete this piece of assessment. The topic will cover lecture and practical content. Further information will be provided via Blackboard and in lectures. The word limit is 1500 words +/- 10%.
References are to be cited using the Vancouver reference style. The number of references and source of references is your choice.
This assessment task evaluates student’s abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission: A Word file must be submitted electronically via Learn.UQ.
Submission guidelines
A Word file must be submitted electronically via Learn.UQ.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Cultural Safety Modules 3 and 4 reflections
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Reflection
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
11/10/2024 4:00 pm
Task description
From the course materials, you have learned about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' histories and cultures, contemporary health, and culturally safe practice. This task requires you to reflect on this learning and apply your knowledge of culturally safe practice to pharmacy practice.
- You are required to review Indigenous Health modules 3 and 4 and complete assessments attached to each module. You need to complete the written reflection for Module 3 ( worth 10%) and complete the written reflection for Module 4 ( worth 10%) = total of 20% of overall marks.
The word limit is 500 words +/- 10% for each piece of assessment. It is an individual piece of assessment. Refer to written reflection task sheet and marking criteria.
References are to be cited using the Vancouver reference style. The number of references and source of references is your choice.
This assessment task evaluates student’s abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
A Word file must be submitted electronically via Learn.UQ.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Written Exam
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
Task description
The final examination will be 60 minutes and test your understanding of the main concepts taught in this course. The examination is designed to test students on both content knowledge and the ability to identify important implications associated with the health care system and application to the pharmacy profession as a whole. All lecture material, practical materials, and associated readings are examinable.
The exam will be an on-campus invigilated exam using the Inspera platform. The exam will be a digital on-campus exam using Inspera Exam Portal (IEP).
This assessment task evaluates student’s abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series only or UQ approved and labelled calculator |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 1 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Lecture notes and the lecture recording are available for download from Blackboard whenever possible.
Relevant articles will be linked to the PHRM3032 library resources. These can be found via this link: http://lr.library.uq.edu.au/courses/phrm3032.html
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Lecture |
Australian health care system & pharmacy The lectures introduce students to the context of the Australian health care system, and related topics. Students will gain an understanding of culturally safe practice, health technology assessment, pharmacy-government agreements, and various pharmacy professional organisations. Lectures are available online. |
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 6 |
Tutorial |
Developments in health and pharmacy practice The tutorials are designed to apply the material presented in the lectures to explore current issues in pharmacy practice. Prior to the tutorial, students will be expected to read the set readings and the worksheet. The online tutorials are discussion based and participation is expected. Online tutorials are also designed to help prepare you to successfully complete the assignment in this course. |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.