📖Program Curriculum
Programme Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
On completion of the course students will be able to Intellectual skills – able to
On completion of the course students will be able to Subject Practical skills
On completion of the course students will be able to
A1 appreciate the role of pharmaceutical scientist in a variety of work environments and possess a clear understanding of the ethical legal and commercial responsibilities of the profession
B1 solve the more complex problems that can arise during the theoretical and or experimental investigations
C1 carry out subject specific practical work safely and understand the safety requirements which include generating CoSHH forms
A2 possess knowledge of the principles and concepts within pharmaceutical science and acquire competence in the development selection and use of a range of pharmaceutical products
B2 demonstrate the ability to be independent autonomous and self-managed learners C2 demonstrate skills in operating in an efficient manner the techniques used widely in the analytical and pharmaceutical industry
A3 develop the leadership skills in order to meet business challenges and cope with its complexity and to exhibit competence in a set of analytical and evaluative management skills B3 identify and select appropriate techniques and procedures for undertaking scientific analyses
C3 plan and implement good scientific and consistent practice reliably recording methods and results using appropriate methods to critically analyse the data and statistically evaluate the level of its uncertainty
A4 possess a comprehensive knowledge of the use of IT and predictive systems that are used to produce and evaluate drug molecules and medicinal products
B4 assemble scientific data from a variety of sources discern and establish correlations C4 be conversant with the detailed and strict requirements of facilities used in the manufacturing of medicines for use by patients
A5 acquire specialist knowledge on quality assurance control of pharmaceuticals in addition to acquiring specialist knowledge of advanced analytical techniques and specialised applications of those techniques B5 evaluate financial risk and decision making within a business environment
C5 develop an understanding of the analytical challenges particular to the pharmaceutical industry and acquire the specialised knowledge to face those challenges
A6 fully understand how a research project operates and undertake research in a logical and safe manner
B6 plan carry out and report investigations with an effective self-critical attitude
C6 design controlled experiments to investigate qualitative and or quantitative characteristics of pharmaceuticals and apply and adapt problem solving skills
A7 fully understand how to prepare a research report and poster in the correct format and to have an active engagement and familiarity with recent and current research methods results and publications B7 develop an understanding of the challenges concerning pharmaceutical industry and with reflection and recall of both theoretical and practical skills be able to contemplate solutions C7 undertake a strategic analysis of commercial operations within a business environment
Key Skills
Self-Awareness Skills Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills
AK1 Take responsibility for own learning and plan for and record own personal development BK1 Express ideas clearly and unambiguously in writing and the spoken work CK1 Work well with others in a group or team
AK2 Recognise own academic strengths and weaknesses reflect on performance and progress and respond to feedback BK2 Present challenge and defend ideas and results effectively orally and in writing CK2 Work flexibly and respond to change
AK3 Organise self effectively agreeing and setting realistic targets accessing support where appropriate and managing time to achieve targets BK3 Actively listen and respond appropriately to ideas of others CK3 Discuss and debate with others and make concession to reach agreement
AK4 Work effectively with limited supervision in unfamiliar contexts CK4 Give accept and respond to constructive feedback
CK5 Show sensitivity and respect for diverse values and beliefs
Research and information Literacy Skills Numeracy Skills Management & Leadership Skills
DK1 Search for and select relevant sources of information EK1 Collect data from primary and secondary sources and use appropriate methods to manipulate and analyse this data FK1 Determine the scope of a task (or project)
DK2 Critically evaluate information and use it appropriately EK2 Present and record data in appropriate formats FK2 Identify resources needed to undertake the task (or project) and to schedule and manage the resources
DK3 Apply the ethical and legal requirements in both the access and use of information EK3 Interpret and evaluate data to inform and justify arguments FK3 Evidence ability to successfully complete and evaluate a task (or project) revising the plan where necessary
DK4 Accurately cite and reference information sources EK4 Be aware of issues of selection accuracy and uncertainty in the collection and analysis of data FK4 Motivate and direct others to enable an effective contribution from all participants
DK5 Use software and IT technology as appropriate
Creativity and Problem Solving Skills
GK1 Apply scientific and other knowledge to analyse and evaluate information and data and to find solutions to problems
GK2 Work with complex ideas and justify judgements made through effective use of evidence
Teaching learning methods and strategies
The range of learning and teaching strategies includes
formal lectures
e-learning
group projects
seminars and workshops
case studies
practical investigations and fieldwork
demonstrations of equipment and techniques
independent learning from guided texts and work books
research projects
Assessment strategies
The assessment strategies employed in the Fields include the following
practical reports
essays
problem-solving exercises
data interpretation exercises
case studies
group and individual presentations
literature surveys (formative and summative)
unseen examinations tests (MCQ short answer essay)
major project report
oral questioning at the poster session
