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Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Anatomy

Academic Year 2017/18

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Programme Title

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Anatomy

Final Award
(exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes)

Postgraduate Diploma

Programme Code

MED-PD-CA

UCAS Code

JACS Code

B100 (DESCR) 100

Criteria for Admissions

Criteria for Admissions (Please see General Regulations)
For current general University entry requirements for this pathway go to:
http://www.qub.ac.uk/ado

Applicants applying for entry to the programme which will be delivered by Blended Learning
Applicants to the Programme will be required to hold a medical (MB) or dental degree (BDS) or a relevant BSc degree (e.g. Anatomy, Biomedical Science, Human Biology) at upper second class honours level. If the number of applicants exceeds the course capacity, the School may undertake interviews as part of the selection process.

International applicants should have either:
- an IELTS score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each of the four component elements of listening, reading, speaking and writing taken within the last 2 years;
- a TOEFL score of 90+ (internet based test), taken within the last 2 years, with minimum component scores of Listening – 20, Reading – 19, Speaking – 21 and Writing – 20;
- a valid Certificate of Proficiency in English grade A or B;
- a valid Certificate of Advanced English grade A; or a first or upper class honours degree from a university in the UK, Republic of Ireland or other suitable quality assured location in a country deemed by the UK Border Agency to be a majority English speaking.

For further Information Refer to:
Course Handbook
School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences
Postgraduate and Professional Development
Whitla Medical Building
97 Lisburn Road
Belfast BT9 7BL
www.qub.ac.uk/schools/mdbs/
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9097 2615
Email: pgoffice.smdb@qub.ac.uk

ATAS Clearance Required

Health Check Required

Portfolio Required

Interview Required

Mode of Study

Full Time

Type of Programme

Postgraduate

Length of Programme

1 Academic Year(s)

Total Credits for Programme

120

Exit Awards available

INSTITUTE INFORMATION

Awarding Institution/Body

Queen's University Belfast

Teaching Institution

Queen's University Belfast

School/Department

Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences

Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level
www.qaa.ac.uk

Level 7

QAA Benchmark Group
www.qaa.ac.uk/quality-code/subject-benchmark-statements

N/A

Accreditations (PSRB)

REGULATION INFORMATION

Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations
(Please see General Regulations)

Programme Specific Regulations

AWARDS, CREDITS AND PROGRESSION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES

The following regulations should be read in conjunction with the General Regulations of the University.
1. Candidates must achieve an overall pass mark (50%+) and pass all modules to be awarded a postgraduate diploma.
2. In the case of failed modules, candidates will normally be permitted only one re-sit attempt in each module.
3. Candidates who fail a re-sit examination may be required to withdraw from the course.
4. A Postgraduate Diploma may be awarded with Commendation to candidates who pass all modules at the first attempt and achieve an overall average of 60% or greater.
5. A Postgraduate Diploma will be awarded with Distinction to candidates who pass all modules and achieve an overall average of 70% or greater.
6. Students who have successfully completed the PG Diploma programme, but who have not graduated with the award, may use the credit gained towards the Masters in Clinical Anatomy.
7. All decisions on progress will be made by the Board of Examiners.

Students with protected characteristics

Normally there are no barriers but being a laboratory-based subject each case will be considered on its merits.

Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations

(Please see General Regulations)

EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME

To equip students with a significant and wide-ranging knowledge of clinically relevant human anatomy.

To develop student’s ability in using their anatomical knowledge to inform understanding and decision making in complex clinical practice or research.

To provide students with the skills to interpret and identify key anatomical features of clinical relevance from a range of anatomical specimens.

To develop the student’s transferable skills through a variety of coursework.

To foster the acquisition of the skills required to undertake anatomical research and scholarship.

To increase student’s capability for self-directed and life-long learning.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning Outcomes: Cognitive Skills

On the completion of this course successful students will be able to:

Analyse and integrate observations on different anatomical specimens to create greater comprehension of the complexity of the human body.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Evaluate different methods of study of human anatomy, adopting the most appropriate for particular analyses.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Judge the ethical aspects of the study of human anatomy.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Methods of Assessment

Logbooks

Learning Outcomes: Transferable Skills

On the completion of this course successful students will be able to:

Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Coursework

Methods of Assessment

Oral presentations; essays; logbooks

Prioritize tasks and manage their time efficiently.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Schedule the undertaking and completion of a range of coursework and study opportunities within a time-limited framework

Methods of Assessment

Completion of coursework within agreed deadlines; successful completion of study schedules in time for summative assessments

Use successful strategies to foster and develop their anatomical knowledge and understanding including the ability to work independently.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Methods of Assessment

Logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Demonstrate effective use of digital and e-learning platforms.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Use of School generated web apps

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Apply critical analysis and reasoning to their own work.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Coursework

Methods of Assessment

Essays; Logbooks

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & Understanding

On the completion of this course successful students will be able to:

Describe and discuss the detailed anatomy of extensive regions of the human body.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; seminars; web apps; self-directed learning

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays;

Demonstrate understanding of the application of anatomical knowledge to clinical and research situations.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; seminars; web apps; self-directed learning

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Demonstrate that an appreciation of normal functional anatomy is essential to the understanding of the anatomical manifestations of disease and injury.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; seminars; web apps; self-directed learning

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Learning Outcomes: Subject Specific

On the completion of this course successful students will be able to:

Demonstrate competence in observational skills including the ability to identify vital structures in previously unseen anatomical specimens.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; web apps

Methods of Assessment

Practical exam; logbooks;

Demonstrate understanding of the various methods used to prepare anatomical specimens and the importance of recording observations.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; web apps; self-directed learning

Methods of Assessment

Logbooks; Essays

Briefly describe and comply with relevant legislation that applies to working with anatomical specimens e.g. Human Tissues Act; Health & Safety legislation.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; self-directed learning

Methods of Assessment

Logbooks

MODULE INFORMATION

Programme Requirements

Module Title	Module Code	Level/ stage	Credits	Availability		Duration	Pre-requisite			Assessment
				S1	S2			Core	Option	Coursework %	Practical %	Examination %
Applied Anatomy of the Trunk	SCM8112	7	60	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	60%	40%	0%
Applied Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Brain	SCM8113	7	40	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	70%	30%	0%
Applied anatomy of the Limbs and Back	SCM8114	7	20	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	60%	40%	0%
Evolution of the Human Body	SCM8115	7	20	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	80%	20%	0%
Special Topics in Microscopic Anatomy	SCM8116	7	20	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	50%	50%	0%
Applied Anatomy of the Trunk Blended Learning	SCM8118	7	60	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	40%	60%	0%
Applied Anatomy of the Head, Neck and Brain Blended Learning	SCM8119	7	40	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	30%	70%	0%
Applied anatomy of the Limbs and Back Blended Learning	SCM8120	7	20	YES	YES	24 weeks	N		YES	40%	60%	0%
Notes Option A. .Exit Award only on MSc Clinical Anatomy for all those attending on campus Students must undertake 120 CATS in total as follows: students must undertake Applied Anatomy of the Trunk from Group A (60 CATS). Students can then choose any combination of modules to make up the remaining 60 CATS. Choices and combinations may be restricted because of timetabling availability. B. Blended Learning All students taking the Diploma (120 CATS) in Clinical Anatomy by blended learning must choose from the following modules SCM8118, SCM8119 and SCM8120

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Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Anatomy

Academic Year 2017/18

INSTITUTE INFORMATION

REGULATION INFORMATION

EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning Outcomes: Cognitive Skills

Learning Outcomes: Transferable Skills

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & Understanding

Learning Outcomes: Subject Specific

MODULE INFORMATION

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