Programme Specification
MPharm Pharmacy
Academic Year 2022/23
A programme specification is required for any programme on which a student may be registered. All programmes of the University are subject to the University's Quality Assurance processes. All degrees are awarded by Queen's University Belfast.
| Programme Title | MPharm Pharmacy | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Master of Pharmacy | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | PMY-MPHARM | UCAS Code | B230 | HECoS Code |
100251 - Pharmacy - 100 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Undergraduate Master | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 4 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 480 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | No | |||||||||||||
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Pharmacy |
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Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
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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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Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland and General Pharmaceutical Council |
Date of most recent Accreditation Visit 05-03-21 |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations Yes – see below for details of the School Progression Policy. |
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Programme Specific Regulations MPharm 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) Yes |
Educational Aims Of Programme
The MPharm programme aims to:
• provide a quality education programme for pharmacy students that meets the requirements and Standards of the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland and the General Pharmaceutical Council;
• provide an educational environment within which students will have the opportunity to develop their interest in pharmacy;
• prepare students for independent life-long learning by encouraging directed self-study;
• provide a strong integrated knowledge base in pharmaceutical and related clinical sciences and in professional aspects of pharmacy;
• provide training in those practical skills related to the science and practice of pharmacy;
• help students develop a range of key and employability skills;
• foster development of research skills;
• develop awareness of professional and ethical issues;
• facilitate students in developing their full potential.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Safely handle chemical and pharmaceutical materials, taking into account their physical and chemical properties, including any specific hazards associated with their use. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-3) Methods of Assessment • Written examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Undertake risk assessments concerning pharmaceutical procedures and practices. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Conduct standard pharmaceutical laboratory procedures. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes (Levels 1–3) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (practical reports) |
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Plan, design and execute self-directed and original research investigations, from the problem-recognition stage through to the evaluation and appraisal of results and findings; this to include the ability to select appropriate techniques and procedures. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes (2nd year onward) Methods of Assessment • Laboratory/practical reports |
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Operate standard pharmaceutical instrumentation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes (2nd year onward) Methods of Assessment • Laboratory/practical reports |
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Evaluate critically and interpret purposefully data derived from laboratory and clinical observations and measurements, in terms of their significance and the theory underlying them. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (all levels) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Prepare and present medicines, by manufacture and extemporaneous dispensing, including sterile products. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Level 2) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Analyse medicines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 2 and 3) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Advise patients and others on the safe and effective use of medicines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Recognise the physical, chemical and biological principles relevant to the pharmaceutical sciences |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Describe the design, development and delivery of drugs |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Describe how the clinical sciences are relevant to the practice of pharmacy |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Describe the organisation of healthcare provision and the social, legal, ethical and economic issues relating to pharmacy practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 3 and 4) Methods of Assessment • Written examination |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the subject areas identified within the Programme Specification. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Apply in practice settings the knowledge and understanding required to meet the needs of patients and other health care professionals. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Pharmacy Practice Sessions (Levels 1, 3 and 4) and placements Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Apply clinical skills in practice settings to the provision of pharmaceutical care to patients. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Recognise, analyse and solve complex problems relating to clinical practice and other pharmaceutical settings. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practicals (2nd year onward) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (practical reports and group reports) |
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Critically evaluate, interpret and synthesise pharmaceutical information and data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Produce pharmacy-specific scientific documentation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practicals (2nd year onward) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (practical reports and group reports) |
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Present pharmaceutical science material and arguments clearly and correctly, in writing and orally, to both specialist and lay audiences. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practicals Methods of Assessment • Coursework (presentations) |
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Calculate medicine doses and dosage regimens. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Interpret patient and clinical data, including patient records held within practice settings. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Contribute to the development of healthcare through reflective practice, enquiry and innovation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Placements Methods of Assessment • Coursework (level 4 placement audit) |
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Interpret prescriptions and other orders for medicines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Prescribe appropriately using patient-based case notes and scenarios. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Coursework (Medicines Optimisation Tools) |
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Monitor and assess patients’ response to drug treatment using basic physical examination skills relevant to certain disease states. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (Levels 2-4) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (Levels 2-4) |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Interact effectively with patients, the public and healthcare professionals; including communication, both written and oral (interpersonal skills) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Work as part of a team |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Group practicals (Levels 1-3) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (group projects) |
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Problem-solve, relating to qualitative and quantitative information, extending to situations where evaluations have to be made on the basis of limited information. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (practical reports and group work) |
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Carry out numeracy and computational skills, including such aspects as error analysis and correct use of units and modes of data presentation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Acquire, transform, interpret and critically evaluate data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Retrieve information in relation to primary and secondary information sources, including information retrieval through online computer searches. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Carry out information technology skills, including word processing, spreadsheet use, database use, archiving data and information, and internet communication. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Tutorials/Workshops (Levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQs, short questions, long questions) |
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Time-manage and organise, as evidenced by the ability to plan and implement efficient and effective modes of working. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (Level 1 and 4) Methods of Assessment • Assessment of CPD portfolio |
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Independently study as preparation for continuing professional development. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (Levels 1 and 4) Methods of Assessment • Assessment of portfolio by tutor |
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Personal Development Plan and write a CV |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (Levels 1 and 4) Methods of Assessment • Assessment of submitted PDP and CV |
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Have a professional and ethical attitude and approach. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (levels 1-4) Methods of Assessment • Coursework |
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Analyse and critically appraise published literature. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops (Levels 1 and 4) Methods of Assessment • Coursework |
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Apply general, biological and medical statistics. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Levels 1, 2 and 4) Methods of Assessment • Written examination |
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Operate within a quality management framework. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Level 4) Methods of Assessment • Examination |
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Recognise the need to work within personal limitations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (Level 4) Methods of Assessment • Coursework (placements assessment, medicines optimisation assignment) |
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 % | ||||||
| Practising as a Pharmacist | PMY1017 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 90% | 10% | 0% |
| Skills for Pharmacy | PMY1051 | 1 | 0 | YES | -- | 2 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Pharmaceutical Microbiology | PMY1001 | 1 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 5% | 20% | 75% |
| Physiology for Pharmacy | PMY1016 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 20% | 20% | 60% |
| Criterion Reference Assessments for Level 1 | PMY1050 | 1 | 0 | -- | YES | 1 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Structure, Reactivity and Mechanism in Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry | CHM1004 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Physical Pharmaceutics | PMY1015 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 25% | 75% |
| Medicinal Substances | PMY2106 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 20% | 40% | 40% |
| Applied Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics | PMY2107 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 24% | 26% | 50% |
| CRAs for Level 2 | PMY2050 | 2 | 0 | -- | YES | 1 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Pharmaceutical Technology | PMY2006 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 5% | 35% | 60% |
| Clinical Therapeutics | PMY3177 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Advanced Delivery Systems for Large and Small Molecules | PMY3176 | 3 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 25% | 25% | 50% |
| Pharmacy Practice | PMY3178 | 3 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Objective Structured Clinical Examinations for Level 3 | PMY3050 | 3 | 0 | -- | YES | 1 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Drug Design/Pharmaceutical analysis | PMY3082 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 9% | 21% | 70% |
| Objective Structured Clinical Examination for Level 4 | PMY4050 | 4 | 0 | -- | YES | 2 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Advancement of Practice Through Evidence | PMY4108 | 4 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Advanced Pharmaceutical Care | PMY4107 | 4 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Preparation for Practice | PMY4002 | 4 | 10 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 10% | 0% | 90% |
| Pharmacy Practice Responding to Symptoms | PMY4003 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Project | PMY4005 | 4 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes
All Level 1 modules must be passed before proceeding to Level 2.
All Levels 1 and 2 modules must be passed before proceeding to Level 3.
All Levels 1, 2 and 3 modules must be passed before proceeding to Level 4.