PgCert Academic Medicine/Dentistry
Academic Year 2021/22
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 and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual.
Programme Title |
PgCert Academic Medicine/Dentistry |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Certificate |
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Programme Code |
MED-PC-AM |
UCAS Code |
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HECoS Code |
100267 |
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ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Part Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
Part Time - 1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
60 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
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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 |
N/A |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations 1. The Certificate is taken during the Academic Foundation Year 2 research placement and is currently a 4 month full-time attachment. |
Students with protected characteristics No |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
1. To equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand the principles of academic medicine/dentistry.
2. To provide students with the opportunity to participate in original and high quality research.
3. To develop students' skills in critical analysis of the scientific literature and scientific writing of research articles.
4. To mentor students in the skills required to produce high quality research proposals.
5. To expand students capacity for self-directed and life-long learning.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyze and interpret data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Adopt various research approaches and combine information from different sources to develop a research plan. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Evaluate ethical issues in research. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically evaluate scientific literature. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Apply analytical, numerical and creative thinking skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Work independently and take responsibility for own learning. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills including the presentation of scientific information. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Manage time effectively and prioritize tasks. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others, through active participation in teamwork and group learning opportunities. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Use information technology in particular the recording of information and data retrieval. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Apply scientific research principles and audit. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically analyse and discuss principles of academic medicine/dentistry and how they can be applied in the clinical arena. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Discuss research approaches, techniques and design in academic medicine/dentistry. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Critically evaluate current scientific literature. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Discuss research ethics and correctly apply established principles and legislation to all areas of research. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically analyse research approaches in their chosen discipline. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Explain techniques that will underpin the research design of their research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Develop and present a research proposal for their research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Write an extended abstract based on established guidelines for a chosen journal. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
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Discuss the factors that contribute to a high quality academic medicine/dentistry research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Academic Medicine/Dentistry Training and Research |
SCM8099 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
16 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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NotesSCM8099 prerequisite: acceptance onto the Northern Ireland Medical and Dental Agency Academic Foundation programme.Please note that this programme is offered three times a year, with start dates in September, February and April to fit with Foundation Training placement dates. |
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