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[email protected] To view the latest update, download, purchase or search a handbook iii visit Handbooks online: www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks How to use this handbook iv Contents Contents Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 19 Important dates i Master of Philosophy (MPhil) 19 University semester and vacation dates for 2010 i Research in the Faculty of Pharmacy 19 Last dates for withdrawal or discontinuation for i 2010 Presentation of theses 20 Coursework degrees 21 How to use this handbook iii Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) 21 What is a handbook? iii Postgraduate coursework programs in Herbal 21 What new students need to know iii Medicines Where to find information iii Units of study: tables 23 Timetables iii Table 2: Master of Pharmacy degree 23 Students with a disability iii Table 3: Postgraduate coursework programs in 24 Herbal Medicine Handbook updates iii Units of study: listings 24 Welcome from the Dean 1 5. Postgraduate degree regulations and policies 31 An introduction to Pharmacy 3 Resolutions of the Senate 31 About this handbook 3 Master of Herbal Medicines 31 Course outlines 3 Master of Pharmacy 31 Units of study 3 Master of Philosophy 31 FAQs 3 Graduate Diploma in Herbal Medicines 31 A brief history of the Faculty of Pharmacy 3 Graduate Certificate in Herbal Medicines 31 Sydney University Pharmacy Association (SUPA) 3 Resolutions of the Faculty 31 What does SUPA do? 3 Master of Philosophy 31 1. About the faculty 5 Master of Pharmacy 33 General enquiries 5 Master of Herbal Medicines 34 Information and advice 5 Graduate Diploma in Herbal Medicines 35 Student Services Office 5 Graduate Certificate in Herbal Medicines 35 Staff 5 The Sydney Summer and Winter Schools 37 2. Undergraduate degree requirements 7 Advantages 37 Introduction 7 How to apply 37 Bachelor of Pharmacy 7 Census dates 37 Summary of requirements 7 Withdrawal and refund policy 37 New curriculum 7 Transferring between subjects 37 Assumed knowledge 7 Summer and Winter School scholarships 37 Prerequisites and corequisites 7 For more information 37 Registration requirements for pharmacists 7 General University information 39 Degree resolutions 7 Academic progression 39 Undergraduate units of study 8 Accommodation Service 39 Table 1: Bachelor of Pharmacy pass degree and 8 Admissions Office 39 honours degree Applying for a course 40 Units of study 9 Attendance 40 3. Undergraduate degree regulations and 17 Bus service 40 policies Campuses 40 Resolutions of the Senate 17 Careers Centre 40 Bachelor of Pharmacy 17 Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) 40 Resolutions of the Faculty 17 Centre for English Teaching (CET) 41 Bachelor of Pharmacy 17 Child Care Information Office 41 4. Postgraduate degree requirements 19 The Co-op Bookshop 41 To view the latest update, download, purchase or search a handbook v visit Handbooks online: www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks Contents Counselling Service 41 Satisfactory academic progress 53 Disability Services 41 Distance/web-based study 53 Employment opportunities for students 42 Work permits 53 Enrolment 42 Change of address 53 Environmental Policy 42 Sponsored students 53 Equity Support Services 42 Suspension/discontinuation 53 Examinations 42 Health cover 53 Fees 42 The University of Sydney Foundation Program 53 (USFP) Financial Assistance Office 42 International Office 54 Freedom of information 42 International Student Support Unit 54 Graduations Office 43 Grievances and appeals 43 Essential information for students 55 HECS and Domestic Fees Office 43 Calendar 55 Information and Communications Technology (ICT) 43 Coursework Rule 55 International Office 43 PhD Rule 55 International Student Support Unit (ISSU) 43 Plagiarism 55 Koori Centre and Yooroang Garang 44 Students at Risk Policy 55 Learning Centre 44 Grievance Procedure 55 Library 44 Abbreviations 57 Mathematics Learning Centre 44 Museums and galleries 45 Glossary 61 MyUni Student Portal 45 Index by alpha code 73 Orientation and O-Week 45 Part-time, full-time attendance 46 Index by name 75 Policy Online 46 Printing service 46 Privacy 46 Research Office 46 Revenue Services 46 Scholarships for undergraduates 47 Security Service 47 Service Management, Information and 47 Communications Technology (ICT) Special Consideration 47 Staff and Student Equal Opportunity Unit (SSEOU) 47 Student administration and support 48 Student Centre 48 Student course material (online stores) 48 Student identity cards 48 Sydney Summer School 48 SydneyTalent 48 Sydney Welcome Orientation and Transition 48 Program (SWOT) The University of Sydney Foundation Program 48 (USFP) Timetabling Unit 49 University Health Service (UHS) 49 Student organisations 51 Students' Representative Council (SRC) 51 Sydney University Postgraduate Representative 51 Association (SUPRA) University of Sydney Union (USU) 51 Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness 52 International students 53 Completion within the expected duration 53 vi Welcome from the Dean Welcome from the Dean Welcome to the Faculty of successful in their field.The program is increasingly popular with Pharmacy at the University of students, especially those who are considering owning a pharmacy Sydney. Our faculty has long in the future. been recognised as one of the leading centres for Pharmacy Summer Vacation Placements provide students with research education in Australia and enjoys experience that might not be available elsewhere in their degree. By an outstanding national and gaining a greater understanding of the research process, students international reputation for are given a preview of what further studies or a career in a research research and innovation. environment might involve. Students and staff at the faculty The Industry Placements scheme has been developed to provide continually strive for excellence 2nd and 3rd Year students with experience in the pharmaceutical in their learning, teaching and industry. Successful applicants undertake work experience for 4 to 8 research and the faculty actively weeks within local pharmaceutical or veterinary industries in the promotes opportunities to allow Sydney area during the summer vacation break. its students to add new skills and New Bachelor of Pharmacy curriculum experiences to their personal achievements. The faculty recently updated the undergraduate curriculum to create a more integrated framework of pharmacy modules to reflect Innovative teaching, clinical and experiential placements and voluntary contemporary pharmacy practice and improve industry relevance. business skills programs provide our students with a well rounded Students can choose to major in industrial or rural pharmacy in their and professionally relevant pharmacy degree, putting them in high final year, and also experience clinical placements and other practical demand with employers. aspects of pharmacy. A clear indication of the success of our programs is found in our most Postgraduate coursework and research opportunities recent graduate destination survey, which shows that 96 percent of pharmacy graduates surveyed were employed in full time work within The faculty has a graduate entry Master of Pharmacy program 4-6 months of graduation. designed for those who already have a non-pharmacy degree.This two year degree gives students the skills and knowledge equivalent I feel privileged to lead the faculty in my role as Dean, and would to the Bachelor of Pharmacy and the opportunity to register as a encourage all new students to engage fully in university and faculty pharmacist. life from the beginning of semester. For those who want to pursue studies in herbal medicines, the faculty Student life in the Faculty of Pharmacy has a coursework program leading to a Master of Herbal Medicines As a student in the Faculty of Pharmacy you will be taught by, and (Graduate Certificate and Diploma qualifications are also available). interact with, world-renowned academics. As well as being known as The faculty also offers Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacy for leaders in their field, they are highly regarded for their friendly students who wish to focus on a research career or gain the ultimate approachable style. academic qualification. A Master of Philosophy in Pharmacy is also Outside of the lecture theatre you will have access to a wealth of available. social, sporting and cultural activities organised by student What can you achieve with a pharmacy degree? organisations. A degree in pharmacy will take your career to new heights. The Sydney University Pharmacy Association (SUPA) provides a Pharmacists are an integral part of the healthcare system and have range of academic, professional and social activities. SUPA the capacity to directly affect the lives and lifestyles of the people with representatives, elected by you the student, liaise with faculty staff to whom they interact. provide feedback on the student experience and input into the quality assurance process of the faculty. Whether you choose to register as a pharmacist, work with the community or in hospital pharmacy, enter the pharmaceutical industry, Specialist programs work for government agencies, contribute to research and academia The faculty offers a number of specialist programs designed to help or specialise in pharmacy in remote and rural communities, you will students reach their full potential. have the expertise to help improve the health and well being of the nation. The Talented Students Program is offered to undergraduate students of superior academic ability, recognising their exceptional quality and I would like to wish all our students, new and continuing, every success enabling them to realise their full academic potential. Students are in the coming year and I hope you have a stimulating, productive and given the opportunity to experience a wide range of activities across rewarding 2010. all disciplines of the pharmacy profession. Each student is assigned   an academic staff mentor who facilitates their involvement in their Iqbal Ramzan chosen pharmacy-related activities. Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy The innovative Blooms Business Skills Program is offered to students on a voluntary basis, teaching them business management skills in small seminar groups led by pharmacy owners, all highly To view the latest update, download, purchase or search a handbook 1 visit Handbooks online: www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks Welcome from the Dean 2