Programme Specification
PgDip Mental Health
Academic Year 2022/23
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 | PgDip Mental Health | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Postgraduate Diploma | |||||||||||
Programme Code | MED-PD-MH | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100267 - Clinical medicine - 100 |
ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
Mode of Study | Part Time | |||||||||||||
Type of Programme | Postgraduate | Length of Programme |
Part Time - 1 Academic Year |
Total Credits for Programme | 120 | |||||||||
Exit Awards available | No |
Institute Information
Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
Quality Code Higher Education Credit Framework for England |
Level 7 |
Subject Benchmark Statements The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies |
Medicine (2002) |
Accreditations (PSRB) |
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No accreditations (PSRB) found. |
Regulation Information
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations Awards, Credits and Progression of Learning Outcomes |
Students with protected characteristics None |
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:
To provide students with knowledge of the principles underlying modern psychiatric theory and practice, the skills to apply this knowledge in clinical practice and the appropriate attitudes necessary to respond in an empathic manner to psychological distress.
The programme will better equip students to manage patients with Psychiatric illness in Primary Care or general medical settings and will act as a basis for further development for those who wish to specialise in Psychiatry.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Understand the importance of the development of a therapeutic relationship. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies These skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement Supervisor. Methods of Assessment Placement and Assessment Report Forms |
Know how to use library and internet facilities to acquire information relevant to specific clinical problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies These skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement Supervisor. Methods of Assessment Placement and Assessment Report Forms |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Be able to integrate knowledge from a variety of sources and apply this to a complex practical situation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies These skills are acquired in all parts of the programme. Methods of Assessment Case Report(s) |
Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and develop the ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies These skills are acquired in all parts of the programme. Methods of Assessment Case Report(s) and |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the major classification systems in Psychiatry. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences.. Methods of Assessment MCQ/MEQ |
Describe the prevalence and clinical presentation of common psychiatric conditions. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences. Methods of Assessment MCQ/MEQ |
Discuss the biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors which may predispose to, precipitate or maintain psychiatric illness. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences. Methods of Assessment MCQ/MEQ |
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the common physical, psychological and social methods of treatment including the indications for their use, the underlying theory of their action and any unwanted effects. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences . Methods of Assessment MCQ |
Describe the range of services available for the mentally ill and the roles of the professionals involved in the delivery of these services. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences. Methods of Assessment MCQ/MEQ |
Describe the doctor's duties and the patient's rights under the Mental Health Order (N.I.). |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Teaching of theory is partly through a seriesof lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences. Methods of Assessment MCQ/MEQ |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Describe the signs and symptoms of psychiatric illness. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Discuss the assessment and management of psychiatric emergencies which occur in a psychiatric or general medical setting. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Take a full psychiatric history, assess the mental state and write a case assessment and consider a range of different diagnosis. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Assess a patient's potential risk to themselves and others (Risk Assessment). |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Utilise and empathic interviewing style suitable for disturbed and distressed patients. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Explain to patients the nature of their illness, its management and prognosis. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Assess family relationships and their impact on psychiatrically ill patients. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Discuss with relatives the nature of the illness, its management and prognosis. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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 % | ||||||
Clinical Practice | SCM8004 | 7 | 60 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Theory | SCM8003 | 7 | 60 | YES | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 0% | 100% |
Notes
Students must take two compulsory courses (120 Units).