BMC2101

Drug Formulation and Delivery ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Prof Peter Stewart

Offered:
Parkville Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: The subject will provide students with a knowledge and understanding of membrane transport, bioavailability, basic pharmacokinetics, drug metabolism and drug stability that can be applied to the development of drugs. Major topic areas include: Biopharmaceutics. Pharmacokinetics. Drug Stability. Drug Metabolism.

Objectives: Students will develop: - A knowledge and understanding of the theoretical principles in relation to drug absorption, bioavailability, drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics and drug stability for the delivery of drugs. - An overview and awareness of basic drug formulation. - Abilities in undertaking calculations in relations to drug stability and pharmacokinetics.

Assessment: Workshop 10%; Exam 90%

Contact Hours: 48 hours of Lectures, 8 x 3 hour Workshops; and Independent study.