Undergraduate Programme Specification
BSc CQC Pharmaceutical Sciences
Academic Year 2022/23
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| Programme Title | BSc CQC Pharmaceutical Sciences | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | CQC-BSC-SC | UCAS Code | N/A | HECoS Code |
100250 - Pharmacology - 100 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 3 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 360 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
China Medical University |
School/Department |
Pharmacy |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 6 |
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Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Pharmacy (MPharm) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations Detailed regulations for CQC are incorporated into the QUB CMU Cooperation Contract, and incorporate, in their entirety, the QUB General Regulations. |
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Programme Specific Regulations Progression policy: |
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Students with protected characteristics N/A |
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Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
This programme aims to produce graduates with the scientific knowledge and practical skills for a career in the pharmaceutical and related industries. Successful students will have demonstrated a high degree of scientific understanding, practical ability and transferrable skills that will enable them to make a valuable contribution to society.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyse pharmaceutical problems, systems and data in a logical manner |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Practical classes increasing in complexity through stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Practical reports |
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Critically evaluate the scientific literature |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Workshops and lectures in scientific literature searching, how to effectively prepare a critique, critically evaluating the scientific literature and use of reference management software Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignment (research paper critique) |
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Learn independently, under supervision and additionally within a group environment |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Working in groups and individually during practical classes at stages 1,2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Summarise core concepts from diverse sources. Prioritise the different elements in a complex system |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Think analytically and perform critical analysis |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Individual and group practical classes at stages 1,2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Practical reports |
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Demonstrate organisational skills, including the ability to effectively manage projects and meet deadlines |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Coursework, laboratory report writing and project resource limitations Methods of Assessment •Coursework/laboratory assignments |
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Present general pharmaceutical data/material in both written and oral form |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Workshops/tutorials at stages 1 and 2 Methods of Assessment •Coursework |
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Work and learn independently and under supervision |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures and tutorials at stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Written examinations |
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Effectively use computers and information technology |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •General and subject specific IT skills developed through module assignments. Practical training in computer-based software tools provided at stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Work collaboratively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Group projects are embedded in laboratory work and in mini-projects across stages 1, 2 and 3. Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate knowledge of pharmaceutical science and its application to the design and analysis of medicinal substances |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Demonstrate understanding of pharmaceutical science and its application to the formulation, analysis and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework Assignments |
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Demonstrate pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic knowledge and apply it to pharmaceutical product development |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework Assignments |
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Describe the applications of pharmaceutical science and pharmaceutical biotechnology within the pharmaceutical (and related) industries |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Industrial visits and careers events Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Discuss the key quality assurance and quality control systems as relevant to pharmaceutical products and/or medical devices |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Tutorials Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Describe the principles of cell structure, function and properties of molecules of biological interest |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Understand the relationship between structure and activity of drug molecules and their subsequent biological use |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Identify and quantify drug molecules and biological therapies within pharmaceutical products and biological media |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1,2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Utilise a variety of existing databases and structure prediction tools in pharmaceutical research |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes at stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Design, formulate and manufacture pharmaceutical dosage forms and assign product specifications |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stage 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Problem solve within a pharmaceutical setting |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
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Understand and utilise a variety of chromatographic and analytical techniques relevant to pharmaceutical analysis |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies •Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment •Coursework assignments |
Module Information
Stages and Modules
| Module Title | Module Code | Level/ stage | Credits | Availability |
Duration | Pre-requisite | Assessment |
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| S1 | S2 | Core | Option | Coursework % | Practical % | Examination % | ||||||
| Pharmaceutical Physiology | PMC1026 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 20% | 20% | 60% |
| Pharmaceutical and Applied Microbiology | PMC1021 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 5% | 20% | 75% |
| Mathematics and Statistical Skills | PMC1020 | 1 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Structure, Reactivity and Mechanism in Organic and Biorganic Chemistry | CHC1004 | 1 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Physicochemical Principles | PMC1025 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 5% | 20% | 75% |
| English for Scientific Academic Purposes | PMC1000 | 1 | 0 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Basic Skills for the Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Sciences | PMC1052 | 1 | 0 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Principles of Drug Action | PMC2021 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 38% | 12% | 50% |
| Industrial Pharmaceutics | PMC2020 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 15% | 35% | 50% |
| Medicinal Substances | PMC2024 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 30% | 30% | 40% |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Project | PMC3022 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 60% | 0% |
| Industry: Quality, Regulation and Entrepreneurship | PMC3030 | 3 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Pharmaceutical Innovation | PMC3031 | 3 | 10 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Drug Design / Pharmaceutical Analysis | PMC3182 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 30% | 30% | 40% |
| Advanced Delivery Systems | PMC3276 | 3 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 35% | 25% | 40% |
Notes
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