Includes a study of the fundamentals of drug action, such as dose-response methods, receptor binding, drug absorption, distribution and metabolism. Further material on drug analysis and adverse effects of drugs will be presented. Segments dealing with aspects of chemical toxicology and the requirements of government agencies for the registration and evaluation of toxic chemicals will be covered, The practicals will cover basic pharmacological methods.
Advanced Science students will be affiliated with a research group within the School involving attendance at group meetings, seminars and the presentation of a report based on literature within the subject area.

Note: Enrolment in this course may be subject to quota restrictions. Such restrictions will only apply to students taking this course as an elective.