Undergraduate Programme Specification
MPharm Pharmacy
Academic Year 2024/25
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 24-03-23 |
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 Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Undertake risk assessments concerning pharmaceutical procedures and practices. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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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 Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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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 Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Prepare and present medicines, by manufacture and extemporaneous dispensing, including sterile products. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written Examinations |
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Analyse medicines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Advise patients and others on the safe and effective use of medicines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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 Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Describe the design, development and delivery of drugs |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Demonstrate the application of science, including in a laboratory and clinical setting |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Describe socioeconomic issues relating to pharmacy practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures 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 understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the practice of pharmacy |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Provide person-centred care and pharmacy services to patients, with appropriate supervision |
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 • Practical classes Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Critically evaluate, interpret and synthesise pharmaceutical information and data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Produce pharmacy-specific documentation and records |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Present pharmaceutical material and arguments, in writing and orally, to both specialist and lay audiences. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Calculate medicine doses and dosage regimens. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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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 • Written examinations |
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Contribute to the development of healthcare through reflective practice, enquiry and innovation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Clinically assess prescriptions and orders |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Demonstrate appropriate prescribing skills and attributes |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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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 Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Demonstrate effective consultation and diagnostic skills, including physical examination, to decide the most appropriate course of action for the person |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops Methods of Assessment • Objective Structured Clinical Examinations |
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 Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Work as part of a team, including in a multi-disciplinary context |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Group work Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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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 Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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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 Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Acquire, transform, interpret and critically evaluate data to enable effective decision-making and judgement which minimises risk and optimises patient outcomes. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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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 Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Use digital technologies and demonstrate digital literacy |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Demonstrate time-management and organisational skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops Methods of Assessment • Written examinations |
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Reflect on learning needs and identify how these can be met |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Workshops Methods of Assessment • Placement Activities |
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Demonstrate the values, attitudes and behaviours expected of a pharmacy professional, including an ability to take legal and ethical reasoning into account |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Analyse data using appropriate statistical methods |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Written examination |
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Operate within a quality management framework. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Coursework (e.g. assignments, reports, class tests) |
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Recognise and work within the limits of your knowledge and skills, and get support from others when necessary |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures Methods of Assessment • Objective Structured Clinical Examinations |
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 % | ||||||
| Microbes and Medicines | PMY1103 | 1 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 30% | 0% | 70% |
| Skills for Pharmacy | PMY1100 | 1 | 0 | YES | -- | 2 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Physical and Chemical Properties of Drug Molecules | PMY1102 | 1 | 30 | YES | YES | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| How the Human Body Works | PMY1104 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| Introduction to the Profession and Practice of Pharmacy | PMY1101 | 1 | 30 | YES | YES | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 1 | PMY2204 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Medicinal Substances | PMY2203 | 2 | 30 | YES | YES | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 60% | 0% | 40% |
| Placements and Preparation for Professional Practice 1 | PMY2201 | 2 | 20 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Pharmaceutical Technology | PMY2202 | 2 | 30 | YES | YES | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| OSCEs for Year 3 | PMY3305 | 3 | 0 | -- | YES | 1 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Advanced Delivery of Large and Small Molecules | PMY3303 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 30% | 0% | 70% |
| Placements & Preparation for Professional Practice 2 | PMY3301 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Genomic, Personalised and Future Medicines | PMY3302 | 3 | 20 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2 | PMY3304 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 0% | 50% |
| Advanced Practice and Therapeutics | PMY4404 | 4 | 30 | YES | YES | 18 weeks | N | YES | -- | 40% | 0% | 60% |
| OSCEs | PMY4405 | 4 | 0 | -- | YES | 2 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Managing Conditions in the Pharmacy | PMY4403 | 4 | 20 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Placements and Preparation for Professional Practice | PMY4401 | 4 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Research Project | PMY4402 | 4 | 30 | YES | YES | 18 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.