Programme Specification
MSc Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice
Academic Year 2023/24
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 | MSc Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Master of Science | |||||||||||
| Programme Code | PMY-MSC-CI | 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 - 3 Academic Years |
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 Students who wish to select the Independent Prescribing option in Year 2 must meet the following criteria: |
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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:
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Communicate medicine-related information to patients, carers and prescribers effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Interpret clinical information and adjust treatment accordingly |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Critically evaluate published research |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Recognise, evaluate and respond to influences on prescribing at individual, local and national levels (Independent prescribing option) |
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 (Independent prescribing option) |
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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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 written communication skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts, supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Write in a scientific manner |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Manage time effectively |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The distance learning format requires disciplined time management, students must complete the learning material and submit assessments according to a module timetable Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Design research studies that employ appropriate research methodologies |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Selection, application and interpretation of common statistical methods and associated numeracy and IT skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Demonstrate effective consultation and decision-making skills (Independent prescribing option) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students attend clinical skills workshops and participate in 12 days of practice-based training with their Designated Prescribing Practitioner Methods of Assessment Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Provide safe and effective clinical pharmacy services |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts, supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Discuss the therapeutic options and strategies available for the treatment of a range of long-term diseases and conditions |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Describe the clinical trials process |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Discuss the therapeutic options and strategies available for the management of the disease in which the student intends to prescribe (Independent prescribing option) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Online resources, practice-based and self-directed learning Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Discuss the influences on and psychology of prescribing in a public health context (Independent prescribing option) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the practice-based training component Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Discuss the legal, policy, professional and ethical aspects of prescribing (Independent prescribing option) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the practice-based training component. Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Interpret and maintain clinical records of patients with common long-term diseases and conditions |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources 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 study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Minimise risks associated with drug treatment in patients with common long-term diseases and conditions |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Assess and prioritise the pharmaceutical care of patients with common long-term diseases and conditions |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Optimise the drug treatment of patients with common long-term diseases and conditions |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Undertake pharmacy practice research using appropriate methodologies and analysis techniques |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Custom study materials authored by subject experts and supplemented by relevant online resources Methods of Assessment Written coursework |
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Make prescribing decisions based on interpretation of monitoring parameters and knowledge of the disease state of the patient (Independent prescribing option) |
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 (Independent prescribing option) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the practice-based training component Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
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Prescribe effectively as a member of the healthcare team (Independent prescribing option) |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Students learn the relevant theory in the taught modules and learn to apply the theory in the practice-based training component 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 % | ||||||
| Managing drug treatment | PMY7101 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Introduction to clinical pharmacy | PMY7100 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Influences on and psychology of prescribing and patient-centred care | PMY7053 | 7 | 10 | -- | YES | 4 weeks | N | -- | YES | 0% | 0% | 100% |
| Advancing practice in primary care | PMY7102 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Developing evidence in practice | PMY7103 | 7 | 30 | YES | -- | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Management of long-term conditions 3 | PMY7106 | 7 | 30 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Management of long-term conditions 2 | PMY7105 | 7 | 30 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Management of long-term conditions 1 | PMY7104 | 7 | 30 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Evidence-based medicine and safe prescribing | PMY7052 | 7 | 10 | YES | -- | 4 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Service evaluation and development | PMY7009 | 7 | 30 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Professionalism | PMY7057 | 7 | 10 | YES | -- | 4 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Disease Management | PMY7056 | 7 | 10 | -- | YES | 4 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Clinical skills, patient monitoring and onward referral | PMY7055 | 7 | 10 | YES | -- | 8 weeks | N | -- | YES | 0% | 100% | 0% |
| Critical Literature Review | PMY7026 | 7 | 20 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Prescribing in Practice | PMY7058 | 7 | 0 | YES | YES | 28 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| An introduction to UK Clinical practice | PMY7069 | 7 | 30 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Development as an advanced practitioner | PMY7068 | 7 | 30 | YES | YES | 30 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Research Project | PMY7090 | 7 | 60 | YES | YES | 52 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Consultation and communication skills | PMY7054 | 7 | 10 | -- | YES | 4 weeks | N | -- | YES | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Notes
PMY7103 (Developing evidence) is compulsory for students on this programme. In addition, by the end of year 2, students must have completed three 30 credit modules from the options provided.
Students in Great Britain may select the Independent Prescribing option (60 credits) in Year 2.