Presents the pathophysiology of altered health states and their management including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Specific conditions covered in this course include oncology, haematology, palliation, emergency medicine and transplant medicine. The course considers aspects of pharmacy practice including a systematic review of prescription and non-prescription medications and Complementary and Alternate Medicines, which will address the quality use of medicines in the management of these conditions. Advanced drug information will be included in this course. The course builds on student's existing knowledge and understanding of the physical pharmacy principles and provides students with an understanding of how these principles are applied to the preparation of cytotoxic drug products. The course builds also on the student's existing knowledge and understanding of the basic pharmacokinetic principles and provides students with an understanding of its application to advanced clinical pharmacokinetics. Population pharmacokinetics and toxicokinetics will be expanded on in this course. Application of the knowledge developed in this course will be complemented by clinical skills training.

Physiotherapy clinical skills and knowledge needed for the evaluation and management of basic disorders of the cardiopulmonary system across the lifespan. The course involves introductory studies in physiotherapy practice related to the pulmonary, cardiac and vascular systems, including surgical care.

Physiotherapy clinical skills and knowledge needed for the evaluation and management of complex disorders of the cardiopulmonary system across the lifespan. The course involves advanced studies in physiotherapy practice related to the pulmonary, cardiac and vascular systems, including surgical care. This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) program.

Presents the pathophysiology of altered health states and their management including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Specific conditions covered in this course include cardiovascular and renal disease. The course considers aspects of pharmacy practice including a systematic review of prescription and non-prescription medications and will address the quality use of medicines in the treatment of these conditions. The proposed underlying causes of diseases of the cardiovascular and renal system and known risk factors will be covered including obesity and developmental factors. Approaches for mitigating these risks and lessening the burden of cardiovascular and renal disease will be discussed as well as counselling points that could reduce these risks. The concept of multiple risk factors and comorbidity in cardiovascular and renal system will be considered Application of the knowledge developed in this course will be complemented by clinical skills training.

The Career Ready Learning Lab course at Newcastle Business School provides students 140 hours maximum of course and placement (face-to-face class, placement, course preparation, meetings) tailored to their academic studies. This course, integrated with industry collaborators, provides extensive skills development through hands-on experience and expert-led workshops. Students engage in a dynamic learning environment that mirrors professional business contexts, focusing on the application of academic knowledge to real-world challenges. This comprehensive approach enhances career readiness by equipping students with the skills and insights needed to develop a career pathway and enter the professional workforce.

The management of inland water resources requires a holistic understanding of the basic ecology of freshwater systems, factors that impact water quality and the balance between water use by humans and maintenance of healthy aquatic habitats. In this course, students will examine ways to assess water and aquatic habitat quality and management of water resources. The course will include local and regional case studies and examples.