Programme Specification
BMEDSC Medical Science
Academic Year 2023/24
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Programme Title | BMEDSC Medical Science | Final Award (exit route if applicable for Postgraduate Taught Programmes) |
Bachelor of Medical Science | |||||||||||
Programme Code | MED-BSC-MS | UCAS Code | HECoS Code |
100267 - Clinical medicine - 60 100276 - Pre-clinical medicine - 40 |
ATAS Clearance Required | No | |||||||||||||
Mode of Study | Full Time | |||||||||||||
Type of Programme | Single Honours | Length of Programme |
Full Time - 3 Academic Years |
Total Credits for Programme | 380 | |||||||||
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 6 |
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 STUDY REGULATIONS 1. The pass mark for the professional examinations in Medicine shall be 50% (Regulation 7.1.1). |
Programme Specific Regulations Programme Specific Regulations |
Students with protected characteristics |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
Educational Aims Of Programme
To provide a foundation in basic medical sciences
To provide an introduction to the clinical discipline of medicine.
To provide an introduction to the principles of academic and scientific study.
Provide an educational environment within which students can realise their full potential by fostering the development of intellectual, scientific, and technical skills.
Prepare students for independent and life-long learning by encouraging self-directed study.
Foster learning through the study of original research evidence.
Through the Student Selected Component programme provide students with an opportunity to study subjects in depth and enhance their understanding of the scientific principles underpinning the practice of medicine.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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apply scientific method and approaches to medical research and integrate these with a range of sources of information used to make decisions for care |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. On-line learning resources. Quality Improvement. Methods of Assessment Progress Test |
demonstrate awareness of the importance of their personal physical and mental wellbeing and incorporate compassionate self-care into their personal and professional life |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Tutorials. Development Weeks. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
accept the principles of the legal framework in which medicine is practised in the jurisdiction in which they are practising, and have awareness of where further information on relevant legislation can be found |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
recognise complexity and uncertainty. And, through the process of seeking support and help from colleagues, learn to develop confidence in managing these situations and responding to change |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. On-line learning resources. Case based tutorials. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
recognise and identify factors that suggest patient vulnerability and take action in response |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. On-line learning resources. Case based tutorials. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Progress Test |
work effectively within a multi-professional and multi-disciplinary team and across multiple care settings |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Case based tutorials. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills including the presentation of reflective and scientific information |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. Communication skills seminars. On-line learning resources. Clinical experience. Student Selected Components. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Use information technology in particular the recording of |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Methods of Assessment Written assignments |
Apply scientific research principles |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Tutorials. Student Selected Components. Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
Problem solving and critical analysis of information |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. Communication skills seminars. On-line learning resources. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Written Assignments |
Work effectively as a team member |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment OSCE |
Manage time effectively and prioritise tasks |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Tutorials. Methods of Assessment Portfolio |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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apply biomedical scientific principles, methods and knowledge to medical practice. This must include principles and knowledge relating to anatomy, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, genomics and personalised medicine, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, nutrition, pathology, pharmacology and clinical pharmacology, and physiology |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. On-line learning resources. Case based tutorials. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment In-course practical assessments and class tests |
apply social science principles, methods and knowledge to medical practice and integrate these into patient care |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Clinical experience. Case based tutorials. Lectures. On-line learning resources Methods of Assessment In-course practical assessments and class tests |
apply the principles, methods and knowledge of population health and the improvement of health and sustainable healthcare to medical practice |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Clinical experience. Case based tutorials. Lectures. On-line learning resources. Methods of Assessment In-course practical assessments and class tests |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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communicate effectively, openly and honestly with patients, their relatives, carers or other advocates, and with colleagues, applying patient confidentiality appropriately |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. Communication skills seminars. On-line learning resources. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Log Book |
communicate by spoken, written and electronic methods (including in medical records) clearly, sensitively and effectively with patients, their relatives, carers or other advocates, and colleagues from medical and other professions |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. Communication skills seminars. On-line learning resources. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Log Book |
use methods of communication used by patients and colleagues such as technology-enabled communication platforms, respecting confidentiality and maintaining professional standards of behaviour |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. Communication skills seminars. On-line learning resources. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Progress Test |
use information effectively and safely in a medical context, and maintain accurate, legible, contemporaneous and comprehensive medical records |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Lectures. Case based tutorials. On-line learning resources. Clinical experience. Methods of Assessment Progress Test |
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 % | ||||||
Student Selected Component | MED1021 | 1 | 10 | -- | YES | 12 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Foundations for Practice 1 | MED1028 | 1 | 110 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 50% | 50% |
Student Selected Component 2 | MED2016 | 2 | 10 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Foundations for Practice 2 | MED2022 | 2 | 110 | YES | YES | 24 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 55% | 45% |
Student Selected Component | MED3012 | 3 | 10 | YES | -- | 3 weeks | N | YES | -- | 100% | 0% | 0% |
Immersion in Practice 1 | MED3017 | 3 | 130 | YES | YES | 28 weeks | N | YES | -- | 0% | 60% | 40% |
Notes
No notes found.