Programme Specification
MSc Advanced Pharmacy Practice
Academic Year 2022/23
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| Programme Title | MSc Advanced Pharmacy Practice | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Master of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | PMY-MSC-AP | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100251 - Pharmacy - 100 |
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| ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
| Mode of Study | Part Time | |||||||||||||
| Type of Programme | Postgraduate | Length of Programme |
Part Time - 36 Months |
Total Credits for Programme | 180 | |||||||||
| 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 |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. | |
Regulation Information
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Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations N/A |
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Programme Specific Regulations This programme is open to pharmacists who have completed the NICPLD Foundation Programme, which is equivalent to 60 credits. |
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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) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
On successful completion of the programme, the student will be able to:
MSc Stage:
Demonstrate ‘Excellence’ standard based on the competencies defined in the ACLF clusters 'Research and Evaluation', 'Building Working Relationships', ‘Education, training and development’ and 'Management and Leadership'.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Recognise, evaluate and respond to influences on prescribing at individual, local and national levels |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Apply analytical, judgemental and interpretational skills when making decisions in complex situations |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Critically evaluate published research |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Interpret clinical information and adjust treatment accordingly |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources and work-based learning Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Demonstrate the independent learning ability required for continuing professional development |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students are required to learn in an independent manner throughout Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate effective consultation and decision-making skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students attend clinical skills workshops and participate in 12 days of practice-based training with their Designated Medical Practitioner Methods of Assessment Observed Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) |
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Manage their time effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The taught modules utilise a distance-learning format whereby students are required to plan and implement their own learning schedule Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Apply and interpret common statistical methods |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Statistical calculations |
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Write in a scientific manner |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Design research studies that employ appropriate research methodologies |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Development of a research protocol |
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Critically evaluate clinical and scientific literature |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Employ management and leadership skills including strategic planning, managing change and resources utilisation |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Plan and undertake the education, training and development of colleagues |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Discuss the therapeutic options and strategies available for the management of patients with diabetes, infection and common cardiovascular and respiratory conditions. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Discuss the influences on and psychology of prescribing in a public health context |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Discuss the legal, policy, professional and ethical aspects of prescribing |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component. Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Interpret clinical information and make treatment recommendations based on clinical laboratory test results |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources and work-based learning Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Make prescribing decisions based on interpretation of monitoring parameters and knowledge of the disease state of the patient |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Undertake appropriate physical examination of patients |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Prescribe effectively as a member of the healthcare team |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the workshop components and the practice-based training component Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Undertake pharmacy practice research using appropriate methodologies and analysis techniques |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom distance-learning texts authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written 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 % | ||||||
| Practice Research Project B | PMY7050 | 7 | 15 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Advanced Practice Development B | PMY7044 | 7 | 10 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Person-centred care and collaboration | PMY7070 | 7 | 10 | -- | YES | 4 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Disease management | PMY7071 | 7 | 10 | -- | YES | 8 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Professionalism | PMY7073 | 7 | 10 | YES | -- | 4 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Clinical skills | PMY7072 | 7 | 10 | YES | -- | 6 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Practice Research Project A | PMY7043 | 7 | 15 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Advanced Practice Development A | PMY7042 | 7 | 10 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | YES | -- | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Hospital Dispensary Services | PMY7046 | 7 | 15 | YES | -- | 8 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Research in Advanced Practice | PMY7041 | 7 | 10 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Hospital Technical Services | PMY7047 | 7 | 15 | YES | -- | 7 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Hospital Clinical Services | PMY7048 | 7 | 15 | YES | -- | 8 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Clinical Effectiveness | PMY7049 | 7 | 15 | YES | -- | 7 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Advanced therapeutics | PMY7040 | 7 | 20 | YES | YES | 6 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 100% | 0% |
Notes
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