BSc CQC Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Academic Year 2019/20
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| Programme Title | BSc CQC Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | CQC-BSC-PB | UCAS Code | N/A | HECoS Code | 100250 | |||||||||
| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme | 3 Academic Year(s) | Total Credits for Programme | 360 | |||||||||
| Exit Awards available | ||||||||||||||
INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Teaching Institution |
China Medical University |
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School/Department |
Pharmacy |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 6 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Pharmacy (MPharm) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations None |
Programme Specific Regulations Progression policy: |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
On completion of the programme the student will be able to:
• Develop their interest in, and understanding of, the pharmaceutical biotechnology and science by following a high-quality educational curriculum
• Understand the key scientific issues required for a successful career in biotechnology industries
• Be equipped with the necessary skills and experience to be life-long learners
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge base of biological and conventional therapies, and how they act
• Carry out research in pharmaceutical biotechnology
• Demonstrate an understanding of regulatory environment in pharmaceutical biotechnology
• Develop practical laboratory skills relevant to pharmaceutical science and pharmaceutical biotechnology
• Demonstrate a range of key skills and employability skills to enable them to make a valuable contribution to society
• Develop their full potential
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Think logically, analyse problems, systems and data in a pharmaceutical framework |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Practical classes increasing in complexity through stages 1-3 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 (scientific research paper critique) |
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Carry out structured organisation and planning of their work |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Coursework, laboratory report writing and project resource limitations Methods of Assessment • Coursework/laboratory assignments |
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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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Efficiently analyse and 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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Carry out analytical thinking and critical analysis |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Individual and group practical classes at stages 1, 2 and 3 Methods of Assessment • Marked practical class assignments |
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Carry out organisational skills as well as project and time management skills |
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 at stages 1-3 Methods of Assessment • Examinations (MCQ, short questions, long questions) |
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Meet deadlines |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • This is a requirement throughout the degree programme with deadlines for assignments, submission of poster presentations, oral presentations and in preparation for tutorials/workshops. Methods of Assessment • Coursework assignments |
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Use of computers and information technology effectively |
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 1-3 Methods of Assessment • Coursework assignments and research project |
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Work collaboratively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Group projects are embedded in laboratory work and in mini-projects across stages 1-3. Methods of Assessment • Coursework assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Understand and know the pharmaceutical sciences and the application of these to the design and analysis of medicinal substances. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in physicochemical principles of formulation, chemistry, industrial pharmaceutics, advanced drug delivery platforms, medicinal substances, and drug design and pharmaceutical analysis Methods of Assessment • Coursework Assignments |
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Understand and know the pharmaceutical sciences and the application of these to the formulation, analysis and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in physicochemical principles of formulation, chemistry, industrial pharmaceutics, advanced drug delivery platforms, medicinal substances, applied biotherapeutics and drug design and pharmaceutical analysis Methods of Assessment • Coursework Assignments |
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Understand and know the principles of drug action, the absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of medicinal substances and application of this knowledge to pharmaceutical product development |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in pharmaceutical physiology and principles of drug action, industrial pharmaceutics, and advanced drug delivery systems Methods of Assessment • Coursework Assignments |
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Understand and hold specialist knowledge of the applications of the pharmaceutical sciences and pharmaceutical biotechnology within the pharmaceutical (and related) industries. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Industrial visits and careers events Methods of Assessment • Coursework Assignments |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Understand 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 pharmaceutical physiology, principles of drug action and advanced drug delivery systems Methods of Assessment • Coursework assignments |
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Understand the relationship between structure and function of drug molecules and their subsequent biological use |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops/practical classes in chemistry, quantification and characterisation of medicinal substances, industrial pharmaceutics, advanced drug delivery systems and drug design and pharmaceutical analysis 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 chemistry, quantification and characterisation of medicinal substances, industrial pharmaceutics, advanced drug delivery systems and drug design and pharmaceutical analysis 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 1-3 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 medicinal substances, industrial pharmaceutics, advanced drug delivery systems, quality assurance and regulatory aspects of pharmaceutical manufacture Methods of Assessment • Coursework assignments |
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Understand the development and formulation pathways for biotherapeutics of relevance to the Pharmaceutical Biotechnology industry |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures supported by tutorials/workshops in Applied Biotherapeutics and Quality Assurance, Industrial Pharmaceutics and Advanced Drug Delivery systems. Methods of Assessment • Coursework assignments |
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Problem solve within a pharmaceutical setting |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies • Lectures (stages 1-3) Methods of Assessment • Coursework |
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 % | ||||||
| CQC Principles of Drug Action BSc | PMC2021 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 38% | 12% | 50% | |
| CQC Industrial Biotechnology BSc | PMC3030 | 3 | 20 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 0% | 50% | |
| CQC Pharmaceutical and Applied Microbiology BSc | PMC1021 | 1 | 20 | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 5% | 20% | 75% | ||
| CQC Physicochemical Principles BSc | PMC1025 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 5% | 20% | 75% | ||
| CQC Biochemistry & Molecular Biology BSc | PMC2026 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 10% | 40% | 50% | ||
| Structure, Reactivity and Mechanism in Organic and Biorganic Chemistry | CHC1004 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
| Applied Biotechnology and Regulatory Affairs | PMC3027 | 3 | 30 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 25% | 25% | 50% | |
| CQC Mathematics and Statistical Skills | PMC1020 | 1 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
| Basic Skills for the Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Sciences | PMC1052 | 1 | 0 | YES | 2 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | ||
| CQC Pharmaceutical Physiology BSc | PMC1026 | 1 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 20% | 20% | 60% | |
| CQC Medicinal Substances BSc | PMC2024 | 2 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 20% | 40% | 40% | |
| CQC Pharmaceutical Formulation | PMC2025 | 2 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 80% | 20% | 0% | ||
| CQC Biopharmaceutical Analysis BSc | PMC3029 | 3 | 10 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 50% | 50% | 0% | ||
| English for Academic Purposes | PMC1000 | 1 | 0 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
| CQC Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Research Project | PMC3024 | 3 | 40 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | 40% | 60% | 0% | |
| CQC Biological Approaches to Disease Treatment and Prevention BSc | PMC3028 | 3 | 20 | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | 20% | 30% | 50% | ||
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