Introduction to Clinical Trials

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
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PHAR 1001
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Course ID
201299
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
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Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Pharmacy andBiomedical Science
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

To provide an understanding of the scientific and regulatory aspects of each phase of the drug development pathway and the role they play in bringing new drugs to the market.

  • Foundations of Clinical Trials 
  • Regulatory and Ethical Frameworks 
  • Trial Conduct and Operations 

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe each phase of the clinical trial pathway and the role they play in human research
  • Describe the key roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders who are involved in clinical trials
  • Apply the ethical and regulatory requirements for the conduct of clinical trials
  • Describe the concepts underpinning clinical trial design and conduct to enable ethical and reliable data collection
  • Communicate clinical trial information clearly and effectively using appropriate language, tone and visual formats tailored to diverse audiences

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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