PEOs & PLOs

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The Monash Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) programme has the following Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs).

Within four years upon successful completion of the Monash University BPharm (Honours) programme, our graduates will be:

PEO1

Pharmacists who provide effective and efficient pharmaceutical services through strong background knowledge and technical skills in the standards of practice in pharmacy. (MQF-C1, 3A).

PEO2

Pharmacists who integrate values, attitudes, compassion, professionalism, and social skills in engaging with the society and stakeholders. (MQF-C3B, 5).

PEO3

Pharmacists who demonstrate advanced cognitive and non-cognitive skills in providing scientific solutions to pharmaceutical issues and problems. (MQF-C2, 3C, 3E, 3F).

PEO4

Pharmacists who practice lifelong learning through continuous advancement in skill, knowledge, and abilities to manage resources and information. (MQF-C4, 3D).

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Upon successful completion of the programme, students are expected to be able to:

PLO1

relate knowledge and skills attained in all themes of the course (structure and function of the body, drug structure, disposition and action, professional practice, comprehensive care, inquiry and innovation, and professional experience) to the pharmacy practice context.

PLO2

apply the relevant cognitive and technical skills for the practice of pharmacy as defined by the current competencies and expectations of future practice.

PLO3

demonstrate, in the context of clinical situations, advanced cognitive and non-cognitive skills, including oral and written communication, critical thinking, learning for life, numeracy and information literacy, and leadership.

PLO4

display the relevant professional and social values, attitudes and behaviour necessary for practice. Apply the knowledge and skills gained to promote, develop and contribute to the quality use of medicines and to the health of the community.

PLO5

develop and implement a personalised learning plan to achieve skills required for entry into pre-registration training (internship).

PLO6

demonstrate integrated problem-solving skills, innovative thinking and application of evidence in practice settings.