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Programme Specification
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme
and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and
demonstrate if he/she passes the programme. More detailed information on the learning outcomes,
content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module can be found in the
programme handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this specification is reviewed by
the University and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.
Degree and Programme Title BSc (Hons) Pharmacology and Physiology with optional sandwich
year
1. Awarding Institution/Body
University of Kent
University of Greenwich
2. Teaching Institution
Medway School of Pharmacy
3. School responsible for management
of the programme
Medway School of Pharmacy
4. Teaching Site
Medway
5. Mode of Delivery
Full-time
6. Programme accredited by
N/A
7. Final Award
BSc, BSc(Hons)
8. Programme
Pharmacology and Physiology
9. UCAS Code (or other code)
XXX
10. Credits/ECTS Value
360 (180), with Sandwich year; 480 (240)
11. Study Level
UG
12. Relevant QAA subject benchmarking
group(s)
Biosciences
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/Publications/InformationAndG
uidance/Pages/Subject-benchmark-statementBiosciences.aspx
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13. Date of creation/revision
March 2013
14. Intended Start Date of Delivery of this
Programme
September 2014
15. Educational Aims of the Programme
These include those referred to in the subject benchmarking statement for Biosciences which are
marked SB
The programme aims to:
1. Produce graduates trained in the fundamental principles of the scientific discipline of
pharmacology and how these fundamental principles can be applied to the understanding of drug
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action in the various physiological systems of the body (SB3.2, SB3.5, SB.3.4, SB3.6).
2. Teach students an understanding of how the scientific discipline of pharmacology is integral to
the drug discovery and development process (SB3.2, SB3.5, SB.3.4, SB3.6, SB3.7).
3. Provide students with expanded training in technical skills that underpin the processes of drug
discovery and development, in the biological sciences in general and specifically in
pharmacology (SB3.2, SB3.5, SB.3.4, SB3.6, SB3.7, SB3.8, SB3.9, SB3.10).
4. Provide students with the experience of critically appraising the research questions and
techniques they use routinely in the laboratory and other workplace environments (SB3.2, SB3.5,
SB.3.4, SB3.6, SB3.7, SB3.8, SB3.9, SB3.10).
5. Develop a variety of undergraduate level intellectual and transferable skills (SB3.7, SB3.8,
SB3.9, SB3.10).
6. Equip graduates with lifelong learning skills necessary to keep abreast of developments in
pharmacology and drug discovery (SB3.7, SB3.8, SB3.9, SB3.10).
7. Provide students with opportunities for shared multidisciplinary learning in pharmacology and
physiology . (SB3.2, SB3.5, SB.3.4, SB3.6)
8. Give students the experience of undertaking an independent research project (SB3.2, SB3.5,
SB.3.4, SB3.6, SB3.7, SB3.8, SB3.9, SB3.10).
9. Provide expert preparation for students who wish to pursue and/or further a career in
pharmacology or drug discovery, or wish to proceed to a higher degree (MSc, PhD) in topics
related to pharmacology, physiology and other biological sciences (SB3.2, SB3.5, SB.3.4, SB3.6,
SB3.7, SB3.8, SB3.9, SB3.10).
10. Provide access to as wide a range of students as practicable irrespective of race, background,
gender or physical disability from both within the UK and from overseas.
16 Programme Outcomes
The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and
understanding, qualities, skills and other attributes in the following areas. The programme outcomes
have references to the subject benchmarking statement for Biosciences (SB) which covers the
scientific disciplines of pharmacology and physiology under the heading of ‘Biomedical Sciences’ .
A. Knowledge and Understanding of:
1. The fundamental principles of the scientific discipline of pharmacology, including but not
limited to, an understanding of the basic mechanisms of drug action: affinity, ligand binding,
agonists, potency, efficacy and antagonism (SB3.2).
2. The action of drugs on physiological processes in the various body systems and how these
drugs are used in the treatment of diseases and disorders (SB3.2).
3. How the fundamental scientific principles of pharmacology underpin the drug discovery and
development process (SB3.2).
4. The variety and scope of different laboratory techniques used in pharmacology and related
scientific disciplines (SB3.2).
5. How to accurately collect, analyse, critically evaluate, present and discuss scientific data in
relation to pharmacology and related scientific disciplines (SB3.2).
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Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to be
achieved and demonstrated
Teaching/Learning
The programme will be taught as a 3-year full-time programme, or a 4-year full-time programme
combined with an industry sandwich year placement. It is intended that this programme will involve a
combination of (i) formal lecture-based learning, (ii) laboratory practicals to complement material
taught in lectures and to emphasise key principals with practical demonstrations, and (iii) seminarbased question and answer sessions to facilitate in-depth understanding of key concepts. In addition
to time-tabled direct contact learning sessions, there will also be a variety of self-learning
components including managed student centred learning (MSCL) exercises and the availability of
computer aided learning (CAL) software to further solidify student understanding.
Assessment.
Formal summative assessment assessed against the learning outcomes via written examination,
coursework assignments, written assignments, problem solving, presentations, laboratory
participation and performance and a final year research project report.
Skills and Other Attributes
B. Intellectual Skills:
1. Ability to formulate research questions and design appropriate experiments in order to
attempt to answer these questions (SB3.5)
2. Ability to analyse and interpret research data obtained from a variety of technical approaches
used in pharmacology and related scientific disciplines (SB3.5)
3. Ability to place results obtained from complex experiments in context, both in terms of
unanalysed data and the wider scientific literature (SB3.5)
4. Ability to work in a self directed manner and demonstrate originality in tackling and solving
problems (SB3.5)
5. Ability to critically appraise proposed experimental strategies used to evaluate drug action in
the context of molecular interactions up to in vivo and human clinical trials (SB3.5)
6. Recognition of the moral and ethical issues of investigations and appreciate the need for
ethical standards and professional codes of conduct (SB3.5).
Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to be
achieved and demonstrated
Teaching/Learning
The programme will be taught as a 3-year full-time programme, or a 4-year full-time programme
combined with an industry sandwich year placement. It is intended that this programme will involve a
combination of (i) formal lecture-based learning, (ii) laboratory practicals to complement material
taught in lectures and to emphasise key principals with practical demonstrations, and (iii) seminarbased question and answer sessions to facilitate in-depth understanding of key concepts. In addition
to time-tabled direct contact learning sessions, there will also be a variety of self-learning
components including managed student centred learning (MSCL) exercises and the availability of
computer aided learning (CAL) software to further solidify student understanding.
Assessment.
Formal summative assessment assessed against the learning outcomes via written examination,
coursework assignments, written assignments, problem solving, presentations, laboratory
participation and performance and a final year research project report.
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C. Subject-specific Skills:
1. Training in basic laboratory skills and plate-based reading technology (SB3.3,
SB3.4,SB3.6)
2. Training in in vitro and in vivo pharmacological preparations in relation to drug action within
various physiological systems (SB3.3, SB3.4, SB3.6).
3. Detailed training in molecular biological, enzymological and electrophysiological techniques
relevant to pharmacology and related scientific disciplines (SB3.3, SB3.4, SB3.6).
4. Training in safety studies and pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic models and
techniques as they are required by, and relate to pharmacology (SB3.3, SB3.4, SB3.6).
5. Training in basic parametric and non-parametric statistics, linear and non-linear regression
statistics as relevant to pharmacology and related scientific disciplines (SB3.3,
SB3.4,SB3.6).
Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to be
achieved and demonstrated
Teaching/Learning
The programme will be taught as a 3-year full-time programme, or a 4-year full-time programme
combined with an industry sandwich year placement. It is intended that this programme will involve a
combination of (i) formal lecture-based learning, (ii) laboratory practicals to complement material
taught in lectures and to emphasise key principals with practical demonstrations, and (iii) seminarbased question and answer sessions to facilitate in-depth understanding of key concepts. In addition
to time-tabled direct contact learning sessions, there will also be a variety of self-learning
components including managed student centred learning (MSCL) exercises and the availability of
computer aided learning (CAL) software to further solidify student understanding.
Assessment.
Formal summative assessment assessed against the learning outcomes via written examination,
coursework assignments, written assignments, problem solving, presentations, laboratory
participation and performance and a final year research project report.
D. Transferable Skills:
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Problem solving skills relating to experimental data (SB3.4)
Written and verbal communication skills (SB3.4)
Numeracy and statistical skills (SB3.4)
Information Technology skills (SB3.4)
Time management and organisational skills (SB3.4)
Study skills e.g. developing the independent learner; developing the ability to work effectively in
a team (SB3.4).
Teaching/learning and assessment methods and strategies used to enable outcomes to be
achieved and demonstrated
Teaching/Learning
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The programme will be taught as a 3-year full-time programme, or a 4-year full-time programme
combined with an industry sandwich year placement. It is intended that this programme will involve a
combination of (i) formal lecture-based learning, (ii) laboratory practicals to complement material
taught in lectures and to emphasise key principals with practical demonstrations, and (iii) seminarbased question and answer sessions to facilitate in-depth understanding of key concepts. In addition
to time-tabled direct contact learning sessions, there will also be a variety of self-learning
components including managed student centred learning (MSCL) exercises and the availability of
computer aided learning (CAL) software to further solidify student understanding.
Assessment.
Formal summative assessment assessed against the learning outcomes via written examination,
coursework assignments, written assignments, problem solving, presentations, laboratory
participation and performance and a final year research project report.
For information on which modules provide which skills, see the module mapping
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17 Programme Structures and Requirements, Levels, Modules, Credits and Awards
This BSc Pharmacology and Physiology programme will be taught as a classic full-time three-year honours
BSc programme or a four year honours BSc programme combined with an industrial placement sandwich
year.
At stage 1. Students will complete three compulsory 30 credit modules in terms 1&2. These will include an
introductory physiology and pharmacology module, an introductory to cell biology module and an introductory
chemistry module. Additionally, there will be an introductory laboratory skills module in term 1 (15 credits)
and a module focusing on analytical techniques in pharmacology (15 credits) in term 2. All these stage 1
modules will be at Certificate FHEQ Level.
Students whose average performance is graded 70% or higher at the end of Stage 1 will be granted the
option of transferring onto Stage 2 of the MSOP MPharm programme following a summer conversion course
in pharmacy practice if they wish to pursue a career in pharmacy.
At stage 2, students will complete six 15 credit compulsory modules: (i) Pharmacokinetics (term 1), (ii)
Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Renal Pharmacology (term 1), (iii) Immunopharmacology and Microbiology
(term 1), and (iv) Endocrine and Gastrointestinal Pharmacology (term 1), (v) Research Methods in
Pharmacology (term 2) and Neuropharmacology (vi) (term 2). Additionally, there will be a choice of two 15
credit optional modules in term 2 from the following: (i) Introduction to Toxicology, (ii) Introduction to
Biopharmaceuticals and Gene Therapy, (iii) Metabolism and Disease, Bio-analytical Techniques and (iv)
Further Organic Chemistry. Metabolism and Disease, Bio-analytical Techniques and Further Organic
Chemistry are modules (UoG term: courses) that are currently delivered by University of Greenwich School of
Science and it is anticipated that MSOP BSc students will complete these modules with UoG students taught
by UoG staff. All these stage 2 modules will be at Intermediate FHEQ Level.
Prior to the start of Stage 3, students may elect to undertake a sandwich year placement in an industrial
research laboratory.
At stage 3, students will complete four 15 credit compulsory modules: (i) Receptor Mechanisms and
Molecular Pharmacology (term 1), (ii) Clinical Pharmacology (term 1), (iii) Professional Skills in Pharmacology
(term 1), (iv) Drug Discovery and Development (term 2). The final year honours project will count as 30
credits and take place over terms 1 and 2. Additionally, there will be a choice of two 15 credit optional
modules in term 2. Students would choose from the following: (i) Advanced Neuropharmacology, (ii)
Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology, (iii) Cancer Biology & Therapeutics, (iv) Pharmaceutical Analysis and
Testing, (v) Medical Microbiology and (vi) Drug Design and Delivery. With the exception of Advanced
Neuropharmacology and Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology, the remaining optional module choices would
be delivered by UoG School of Science. These modules (UoG courses) are currently delivered by UoG
School of Science and it is anticipated that MSOP BSc students will complete these modules with UoG
students taught by UoG staff. All these stage 3 modules will be at Honours FHEQ Level.
Assessment methods will be consistent with standard procedures at the Universities of Kent and Greenwich.
Performance is graded as Fail; 0-39%, Third Class; 40-49%, Lower Second Class; 50-59%; Upper Second
Class; 60-69%; First Class 70% and above. Assessment criteria will assist markers. A Board of Examination
will follow stages 1, 2, and 3. Students failing to achieve the 40% pass mark in the first written examination
for each module will be allowed to resit the examination. The resit examination will be scheduled in the month
of August of that academic year. Only successful completion of the resit examination will allow the participant
to progress to the next stage. The module mark will be capped at 40%. For those that fail the resit
examination , a third and final resit attempt may be granted, at the discretion of the Board, to be attempted at
the next assessment opportunity. Marginal failure in in a small proportion of modules can be compensated by
good performance in other modules at the discretion of the examination board. In cases of documented
illness or other mitigating circumstances, failure may be condoned at the discretion of the examination board.
Modules that cannot be compensated or condoned are marked § in section 18.
Stage 2 and Stage 3 module marks contribute to the degree classification in the ratio 30% Stage 2 : 70%
Stage 3. For students who undertake the sandwich year placement, Stage 2 and Stage 3 module marks
contribute to the degree classification in the ratio 30% Stage 2 : 10% Sandwich Year: 60% Stage 3. To be
eligible for an honours degree in Pharmacology and Physiology students must obtain 360 credits of which at
least 210 credits are at level I or above including at least 90 credits at level H. A degree without honours will
be awarded where students achieve 300 credits with at least 150 credits at level I or above including at least
60 credits at level H.
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Code
Title
Level
Credits
Term(s)
Stage 1
Compulsory Modules (* existing; + new)
PHAM1003
Introduction to Physiology and
Pharmacology*
C
30
Terms 1&2
PHAM1054
Introduction to Biosciences*
C
30
Terms 1&2
PHAM1004
Medicines Design and Manufacture*
C
30
Terms 1&2
XXX
Basic Laboratory Skills+
C
15
Term 1
XXX
Analytical Techniques in Pharmacology+
C
15
Term 2
Stage 2
Compulsory Modules (* existing; + new)
XXX
Pharmacokinetics+
I
15
Term 1
XXX
Cardiovascular Respiratory and Renal
Pharmacology+
I
15
Term 1
XXX
Immunopharmacology and Microbiology+
I
15
Term 1
XXX
Endocrine and Gastrointestinal
Pharmacology+
I
15
Term 1
XXX
Research Methods in Pharmacology+
I
15
Term 2
XXX
Neuropharmacology+
I
15
Term 2
Optional Modules Students must select 2 from the following:
XXX
Introduction to Toxicology+
I
15
Term 2
XXX
Introduction to Biopharmaceuticals and
Gene Therapy+
I
15
Term 2
BIOL0581
(UoG code)
Metabolism and Disease, (UoG, SOS*)
I
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
BIOL1025
(UoG code)
Bioanalyitical Techniques, (UoG, SOS*)
I
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
CHEM1034
(UoG code)
Further Organic Chemistry, (UoG, SOS*)
I
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
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Stage 3
Compulsory Modules (* existing; + new)
XXX
Receptor Mechanisms and Molecular
Pharmacology+
H
15
Term 1
XXX
Clinical Pharmacology+
H
15
Term 1
XXX
Professional Skills in Pharmacology+
H
15
Term 1
XXX
Drug Discovery and Development+
H
15
Term 2
XXX
Pharmacology and Physiology Project +
*§
H
30
Terms 1&2
Optional Modules Students must select 2 from the following:
XXX
Advanced Neuropharmacology+
H
15
Term 2
XXX
Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology+
H
15
Term 2
BIOL0034
(UoG code)
Cancer Biology & Therapeutics
(UoG, SOS*)
H
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
CHEM1044
(UoG code)
Pharmaceutical Analysis and Testing
(UoG, SOS*)
H
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
OMED0074
(UoG code)
Medical Microbiology
(UoG, SOS*)
H
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
CHEM1046
(UoG code)
Drug Design & Delivery
(UoG, SOS*)
H
15
Term 2
(to be
confirmed
with UoG,
SOS)
18 Work-Based Learning
Disability Statement: Where disabled students are due to undertake a work placement as part of
this programme of study, a representative of the Universities will meet with the work placement
provider in advance to ensure the provision of anticipatory and reasonable adjustments in line with
legal requirements.
Where relevant to the programme of study, provide details of any work-based learning element,
inclusive of employer details, delivery, assessment and support for students:
Industry-Based Laboratory Work Experience. This will be open to students completing the sandwich
year which will entail working in an industrial laboratory research environment. The principal
laboratory activities will take place in an industrial laboratory. The placement will normally begin
following the second year. During their placement, students will have the opportunity to put into
practice skills they have acquired during their first two years of the programme, as well as acquire
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new skills that would enhance their future employability. The School will support the students in the
application process to attain their placement for those students who have elected to undertake the
Sandwich year option. However it is the responsibility of the student to secure the placement.
Students will maintain contact with their personal tutors during the sandwich year. Placements will
normally be in a pharmaceutical/drug discovery company or government research institute.
Students may work in the UK or abroad for their sandwich year placement.Assessment of the
placement contributes 10% to the overall degree mark and is composed of three elements:
i)
Placement supervisors rating of performance and demonstrated abilities (30%)
ii)
An oral presentation and abstract marked by three academic staff (20%)
iii)
Written report and viva voce marked and conducted by the Sandwich Co-ordinator and
two academic staff (50%)
The supervisor mark is arrived at in consultation with the School tutor of the student which provides
support for the supervisor and ensures uniformity of standards.
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19 Support for Students and their Learning
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School and Universities induction programmes
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Academic Advisor system
Programme/module handbooks
Library services, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/library/
Disability and Dyslexia Support Service (DDSS), see www.kent.ac.uk/ddss/
Centre for English and World Languages, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/cewl/index.html
Student Learning Advisory Service, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/uelt/about/slas.html
PASS system, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/documents/qualityassurance/codes/taught/pdf/AnnexG.pdf
Kent Union, see www.kentunion.co.uk/
Careers and Employability Services, see www.kent.ac.uk/ces/
Counselling Service www.kent.ac.uk/counselling/
Information Services (computing and library services), see www.kent.ac.uk/is/
Undergraduate student representation at School, Faculty and Institutional levels
International Office, see www.kent.ac.uk/international/
Medical Centre, see www.kent.ac.uk/counselling/menu/Medical-Centre.html
20 Entry Profile
The minimum age to study a degree programme at the University of Kent and the University of
Greenwich is normally at least 17 years old by 20 September in the year the course begins. There
is no upper age limit.
20.1 Entry Route
Successful applicants must satisfy the general admissions requirements of the Universities of Kent
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and Greenwich and of the Medway School of Pharmacy. The following are the typical routes of
entry into the programme, but note that every application will be considered on an individual basis,
and no particular route is preferred above the others:
School/College leavers who have reached 17 years on admission taking A/AS Levels:
Normally a minimum of 300 points over a maximum of 21 units at Level 3 (3 A levels plus 1 AS
level or 2 A levels plus 3 AS levels). Examples: BBB at A level = 300 points; CCC at A level plus
a A at AS level = 300 points; BB at A level plus BB at AS level = 300 points. Entry normally
requires a minimum of TWO passes at A level.
Note: Individual subjects will only be counted at one level (A OR AS, not both).
A levels Biology and Chemistry preferred, plus GCSE Maths and English Language grade C or
above.
For the Medway School of Pharmacy policy on Key Skills, please refer to the UKC prospectus.
Vocationally-related qualifications.
We will consider applicants with Vocationally-related qualifications including VCE A
level/VCE AS/VCE Double Award/BTEC on an individual basis.
Scottish Higher
BB at Advanced Higher with preference for Biology and/or Chemistry or one other pure science
based subject and BB at Higher Level in two additional subjects; and relevant qualifications in
English language and maths.
/Irish Leaving Certificate
BB at Higher Level with preference for Biology and/or Chemistry or one other pure science
based subject and BB in two additional subjects at Higher Level; English language and maths
grade B at ordinary level.
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EU Students
International baccalaureate: offers normally in the range 26 to 30 points (12 to 14 at higher
level, preferably in sciences (e.g. chemistry, biology, physics).
European baccalaureate: Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.
Mature and overseas students
The Medway School of Pharmacy welcomes students with vocational qualifications and/or
relevant work experience, and will continue to judge each student on his/her individual merits.
We also welcome those applicants who have successfully complete ACCESS courses in an
appropriate subject (e.g. science).
Overseas applicants with qualifications obtained in their home country will be judged on merit
on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Tutor in consultation with the admissions tutor
and/or admissions manager. ILETS at grade 6.5 overall.
International Foundation Programme
Those applicants from overseas who (i) may not have the qualifications, or (ii) appropriate level
of English language, may apply for entry on the International Foundation
Programme. Candidates must be able to satisfy the general admissions requirements of the
University of Kent and the subject-specific requirements defined by the Medway School of
Pharmacy. General minimum requirements are that students must be at least 17 years old on
admission (- there is no upper age limit to study) and have five GCSE passes, including English
or Use of English and GCSE Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalents). More than this
is required, but decisions as to what further evidence of suitability is necessary are made on a
case by case basis. Direct enquiries at the application stage are therefore strongly
recommended. This degree programme is aimed at those with an insufficient knowledge of
Biology and/or Chemistry to enter Stage 1 of a degree but who can display a general interest in
or aptitude for pharmacology and/or physiology. Applications are particularly welcome from
those who have never studied these subjects or are mature applicants with no recent history of
study.
Please refer to the Medway School of Pharmacy and the General Requirements sections in the
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University of Kent prospectus for full details, and in particular regarding entry via Curriculum
2000, Access/Foundation programmes, BTEC, International Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving
Certificate, University degree, Scottish qualifications and VCE A level (AGNVQ). Please also
consult the prospectus for additional information for mature applicants and for international
applicants, and for details regarding the accreditation of prior learning.
On successful completion of this programme students will automatically be considered for
enrolment onto the BSc (Hons) in Pharmacology and Physiology programme.
Additional requirements
Declaration of disclosure of any criminal convictions including those outstanding
20.2 What does this programme have to offer?
This programme offers:
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A comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of the scientific discipline of
pharmacology and how these fundamental principles can be applied to the understanding of
drug action in the various physiological systems of the body.
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A comprehensive understanding of how the scientific discipline of pharmacology is integral to
the drug discovery and development process.
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A detailed understanding of the variety of technical approaches and research strategies which
underpin pharmacology and the drug discovery.
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A progression route to MSc or PhD study or employment in the bioscience/pharmaceutical
industry.
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Teaching by research active experts in pharmacology, physiology and related scientific
disciplines.
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A research project in an academic or industrial laboratory.
20.3 Personal Profile
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You should have good aptitude and enthusiasm for science and scientific discovery.
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You should wish to obtain advanced scientific/laboratory training relevant to the scientific
discipline of pharmacology or related scientific disciplines.
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You may wish to undertake research project or placement in an industrial/pharmaceutical
laboratory.
You should be numerate and confident with mathematics.
You should have a willingness to develop the practical and intellectual skills needed to gain a
full appreciation of the scientific discipline of pharmacology.
21 Methods for Evaluating and Enhancing the Quality and Standards of Teaching and
Learning
21.1 Mechanisms for review and evaluation of teaching, learning, assessment, the
curriculum and outcome standards
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Student module evaluations
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External Examiners system, see http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/taught/annexk.html
Annual programme and module monitoring reports, see
http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/taught/annexe.html
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Periodic programme review, http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/taught/annexf.html
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Validation from the Universities of Kent and Greenwich
Annual staff appraisal
Peer observation
Quality Assurance Framework, http://www.kent.ac.uk/teaching/qa/codes/index.html
QAA Institutional Review, see http://www.qaa.ac.uk/InstitutionReports/types-ofreview/IRENI/Pages/default.aspx
21.2 Committees with responsibility for monitoring and evaluating quality and standards
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Staff/Student Liaison Committee
School Learning and Teaching Committee
Faculty Learning and Teaching Committee
Faculty Board
Learning and Teaching Board
Board of Examiners
Module team meetings
21.3 Mechanisms for gaining student feedback on the quality of teaching and their learning
experience
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Student module evaluations
Staff/Student Liaison Committee
Student rep system (School, Faculty and Institutional level)
Annual NSS
21.4 Staff Development priorities include:
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PGCHE requirements
HEAmembership
Annual appraisals
Institutional Level Staff Development Programme
Academic Practice Provision (PGCHE, ATAP and other development opportunities)
Professional body membership and requirements
Programme team meetings
Research seminars
Conferences
Study leave
22 Indicators of Quality and Standards
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Results of periodic programme review
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QAA Institutional Audit 2008
Annual External Examiner reports
Annual programme and module monitoring reports
22.1 The following reference points were used in creating these specifications:
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QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education
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School and Faculty plan
QAA Benchmarking statement/s for Biosciences
The Core Curriculum in Pharmacology for BSc Programmes, British Pharmacological
Society, 2004:
http://www.bps.ac.uk/SpringboardWebApp/userfiles/bps/file/Education/ResourcesForUniversitie
sAndStudents/TeachingResources/CoreCurricula/CoreCurriculumPharmacology.pdf
Universities of Kent and Greenwich Plans/Learning and Teaching Strategies
Staff research activities
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Undergraduate programme specification