PHRM30009 Drugs in Biomedical Experiments
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- Final exam 35%: mostly coursework
Is PHRM30009 hard?
PHRM30009: About average. Makes it harder: 1 other hurdle task. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Designing and running lab experiments with drugs, ending in a small team research project.
After it you can
- Design an experiment and analyse the data
- Use common lab techniques from biomedical research
- Keep good lab notes and report your findings
What you need first
PHRM20001 or “At least one level-2 subject in Anatomy and Cell Biology; Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Microbiology and Immunology; Neuroscience; Pathology; Physiology; or Zoology” or the subject coordinator’s permission
Careers
Helps toward: Biochemist, Dietitian, Chemical engineer, Laboratory scientist, Psychologist, Biomedical Engineer
How it’s assessed
Tests 15%, Projects 15%, Reports and essays 35%, Final exam 35%
Student reviews and ratings
Summarised from 7 students on StudentVIP (2014–2024)
- A practical, logic-based subject with little memorisation. It is about lab skills and explaining results, not getting perfect data.
- Group members matter a lot, because you keep the same group all semester and much of the mark is group work.
- Opinions are split: some loved it, others found the pracs monotonous, guidance thin and feedback lacking.
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Quick answers
- When is PHRM30009 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking PHRM30009?
- Needs PHRM20001 or “At least one level-2 subject in Anatomy and Cell Biology; Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Microbiology and Immunology; Neuroscience; Pathology; Physiology; or Zoology” or the subject coordinator’s permission.
- Does PHRM30009 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 35% of the mark. Assessment: Tests 15%, Projects 15%, Reports and essays 35%, Final exam 35%.
- Is PHRM30009 hard?
- From 7 student reviews on StudentVIP: A practical, logic-based subject with little memorisation. It is about lab skills and explaining results, not getting perfect data.
- What do students say about PHRM30009?
- A practical, logic-based subject with little memorisation. It is about lab skills and explaining results, not getting perfect data. Group members matter a lot, because you keep the same group all semester and much of the mark is group work. Opinions are split: some loved it, others found the pracs monotonous, guidance thin and feedback lacking.
- Can I take PHRM30009 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
- Can I rate PHRM30009?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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