11.22 Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences Biomedical Sciences BSc with Honours in Biochemistry and Immunology BSc with Honours in Biochemistry and Microbiology BSc with Honours in Biochemistry and Pharmacology BSc with Honours in Immunology and Microbiology BSc with Honours in Immunology and Pharmacology BSc with Honours in Biomedical Science BSc in Biological Sciences Diploma of Higher Education in Biological Sciences Certificate of Higher Education in Biological Sciences Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 11.1] 11.22.1 11.22.2 11.22.3 Status of the Courses All students are normally admitted in the first instance as potential Honours students. Transfer between the courses is possible prior to the third year of study, subject to satisfying the appropriate course requirements. Mode of Study The courses are available by full-time and part-time study. Curriculum (Full-time study) First Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level BM 101 Foundation Bioscience and Statistics 1 BM 102 Molecular Bioscience 1 BM 103 Biology of Organisms 1 BM 104 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 1 1 CH 105 Chemistry for Bioscience 1 Elective Class(es) 11.22.4 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 20 Second Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level BM 201 Introduction to Infection and Immunity 2 BM 202 Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism 2 BM 203 Cell and Molecular Biology 2 BM 204 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 2 2 BM 205 Human Physiology 2 CH 201 Bio-organic Chemistry 2 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 20 11.22.5 Third Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Class Level BM 310 Laboratory Methods and Skills Development 3 Credits 40 together with classes appropriate to the chosen course: Biochemistry and Immunology Compulsory Classes BM 301 Fundamental Immunology BM 302 Intermediate Immunology BM 305 Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics BM 306 Proteins and Enzymes 3 3 3 3 20 20 20 20 Biochemistry and Microbiology Compulsory Classes BM 303 Fundamental Microbiology BM 304 Intermediate Microbiology BM 305 Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics BM 306 Proteins and Enzymes 3 3 3 3 20 20 20 20 Biochemistry and Pharmacology Compulsory Classes BM 305 Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics BM 306 Proteins and Enzymes BM 307 Fundamentals of Pharmacology BM 308 Drugs and Disease 1 3 3 3 3 20 20 20 20 3 3 3 20 20 20 3 20 Immunology and Microbiology Compulsory Classes BM 301 Fundamental Immunology BM 302 Intermediate Immunology BM 303 Fundamental Microbiology BM 304 Intermediate Microbiology 3 3 3 3 20 20 20 20 Immunology and Pharmacology Compulsory Classes BM 301 Fundamental Immunology 3 20 Biological Sciences Optional Classes 80 credits chosen from the classes listed in this Regulation. Biomedical Science Compulsory Classes BM 301 Fundamental Immunology BM 303 Fundamental Microbiology BM 305 Clinical Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics BM 309 Haematology, Immunohaematology and Immunodiagnostics BM 302 BM 307 BM 308 11.22.6 Intermediate Immunology Fundamentals of Pharmacology Drugs and Disease 1 3 3 3 20 20 20 Fourth Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Class* BM 499 Composite Mark for Honours Curriculum Level 4 Credits 120 4 40 Biochemistry and Immunology Compulsory Classes BM 402 Honours Immunology 1 BM 403 Honours Immunology 2 BM 406 Honours Biochemistry 1 BM 407 Honours Biochemistry 2 4 4 4 4 20 20 20 20 Biochemistry and Microbiology Compulsory Classes BM 404 Honours Microbiology 1 BM 405 Honours Microbiology 2 BM 406 Honours Biochemistry 1 BM 407 Honours Biochemistry 2 4 4 4 4 20 2 20 20 Biochemistry and Pharmacology Compulsory Classes BM 406 Honours Biochemistry 1 BM 407 Honours Biochemistry 2 BM 408 Honours Pharmacology 1 BM 409 Honours Pharmacology 2 4 4 4 4 20 20 20 20 Biomedical Science Compulsory Class BM 403 Honours Immunology 2 BM 404 Honours Microbiology 1 BM 407 Honours Biochemistry 2 BM 410 Molecular and Cellular Pathology 4 4 4 4 20 20 20 20 Immunology and Microbiology Compulsory Classes BM 402 Honours Immunology 1 BM 403 Honours Immunology 2 BM 404 Honours Microbiology 1 BM 405 Honours Microbiology 2 4 4 4 4 20 20 20 20 BM 499 comprises Compulsory Class BM 401 Research in Biomedical Sciences together with classes appropriate to the chosen course: Immunology and Pharmacology Compulsory Classes BM 402 Honours Immunology 1 BM 403 Honours Immunology 2 BM 408 Honours Pharmacology 1 BM 409 Honours Pharmacology 2 11.22.7 11.22.8 11.22.9 11.22.10 11.22.11 11.22.12 11.22.13 11.22.14 11.22.15 11.22.16 11.22.17 4 4 4 4 20 20 20 20 Curriculum (Part-time study) In each academic year, a student studying on a part-time basis shall normally undertake a curriculum of no fewer than 60 credits chosen from the appropriate full-time curriculum. Progress (Full-time study) In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 100 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 80 credits from the first year compulsory classes. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 220 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 100 credits from the second year compulsory classes in the chosen course. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 360 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 100 credits from the third year compulsory classes in the chosen course. Progress (Part-time study) In order to progress to the next full-time equivalent year of the course, a parttime student must normally satisfy the appropriate progress requirements for full-time study. In any one academic year, a part-time student shall not normally carry more than 20 outstanding credits from one academic year to the next. Final Assessment and Honours Classification On successful completion of the fourth year, a candidate will be awarded 120 Level 4 credits under the class code BM 499. The final Honours classification will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at compulsory and specified optional classes in the third and fourth years; (ii) if appropriate, an oral examination. Award BSc with Honours: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of BSc with Honours in the chosen course, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 480 credits from the course curriculum. BSc: In order to qualify for the award of the BSc in Biological Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 360 credits from the course curriculum. Diploma of Higher Education: In order to qualify for the award of a Diploma of Higher Education in Biological Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 240 credits from the course curriculum. 11.22.18 Certificate of Higher Education: In order to qualify for the award of a Certificate of Higher Education in Biological Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 120 credits from the course curriculum. 11.22.19 to 11.22.30 (Numbers not used) Forensic Biology BSc with Honours in Forensic Biology Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 15.1] 11.22.31 Status of the Course The degree is offered at Honours level only. Transfer to a course in Biomedical Sciences is possible at any time subject to satisfying the appropriate progress requirements. 11.22.32 Mode of Study The course is available by full-time study only. 11.22.33 First Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows Compulsory Classes Level BM 101 Foundation Bioscience and Statistics 1 BM 102 Molecular Bioscience 1 BM 103 Biology of Organisms 1 BM 104 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 1 1 CH 105 Chemistry for Bioscience 1 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 Elective Class(es) 11.22.34 Second Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Class Level BM 201 Introduction to Infection and Immunity 2 BM 202 Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism 2 BM 203 Cell and Molecular Biology 2 BM 204 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 2 2 BM 205 Human Physiology 2 CH 201 Bio-organic Chemistry 2 11.22.35 20 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 20 Third Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows Compulsory Classes Level BM 301 Fundamental Immunology 3 BM 305 Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics 3 BM 307 Fundamentals of Pharmacology 3 Credits 20 20 20 BM 311 FS 301 FS 304 11.22.36 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 3 Forensic Statistics and Communication Investigative Forensic Biology *BM 499 comprises Compulsory Classes BM 411 Toxicology BM 412 Aspects of Forensic Biology FS 404 Advanced and Professional Forensic Biology FS 405 Research in Forensic Biology 11.22.38 11.22.39 11.22.40 11.22.41 11.22.42 11.22.43 20 20 20 Fourth Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 Credits as follows Compulsory Class* BM 499 Composite Mark for Honours Curriculum 11.22.37 3 3 3 Level Credits 4 4 4 4 20 20 40 40 Progress In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 100 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 80 credits from the first year compulsory classes. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 220 credits from the course curriculum. These must include no fewer than 100 credits from the second year compulsory classes. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 360 credits from the course curriculum. These must include no fewer than 100 credits from the third year compulsory classes including those for the classes FS 301 Forensic Statistics and Communication and FS 304 Investigative Forensic Biology. Final Assessment and Honours Classification On successful completion of the fourth year, a candidate will be awarded 120 Level 4 credits under the class code BM 499. The final Honours classification will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at compulsory and specified optional classes in the third and fourth years; (ii) if appropriate, an oral examination. Award BSc with Honours: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of BSc with Honours in Forensic Biology, a student must have accumulated no fewer than 480 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 220 credits at Levels 3 and 4 or above of which a minimum of 120 must be at Level 4. Transfer A candidate who fails to meet the progress or award requirements for the BSc with Honours in Forensic Biology may be transferred to the BSc in Biological Sciences subject to satisfying the appropriate progress regulations. 11.22.44 to 11.22.50 (Numbers not used) Pharmaceutical Sciences BSc with Honours in Pharmaceutical Sciences BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences Diploma of Higher Education in Pharmaceutical Sciences Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmaceutical Sciences Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 11.1] 11.22.51 Status of the Courses All students are normally admitted in the first instance to the MPharm course (See Regulation 12.16). Exceptionally, students may be admitted to the first year of the BSc with Honours in Pharmaceutical Sciences. 11.22.52 Mode of Study The courses are normally available by full-time study only. 11.22.53 Curriculum First Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Level Elective Class(es) Optional Classes 100 credits chosen from: 13 163 Foundation Chemistry for Pharmacists 1 MM 110 Mathematics 1P 1 MP 100 Foundation Pharmacy 1 MP 101 Human Physiology 1 2 MP 102 Bioscience for Pharmacists 1 MP 103 Biopharmacy 1 1 MP 104 Human Physiology 2 2 Such other classes as may be approved by the Course Director. 11.22.54 Credits 20 20 10 20 20 20 20 20 Second Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits chosen from: Optional Classes Level MM 210 Statistics 1P 2 MP 200 Physical Pharmacy 2 MP 201 Health Promotion 2 MP 202 Pharmaceutical Microbiology 2 MP 204 Biopharmacy 2 2 MP 308 Fundamentals of Pharmacology 3 MP 309 Drugs and Disease 1 3 MP 310 Pharmacy Practice 1 3 Such other classes as may be approved by the Course Director. Credits 10 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 11.22.55 Third Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits chosen from: Optional Classes Level BM 311 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 3 3 MP 300 Pharmacy Practice 2 3 MP 301 Biopharmacy 3 3 MP 305 Biopharmacy 4 3 MP 408 Formulation, Manufacturing and Testing 1 4 MP 409 Formulation, Manufacturing and Testing 2 4 MP 410 Drugs and Disease 2 4 MP 411 Drugs and Disease 3 4 MP 510 Pharmacy Practice 3 5 Such other classes as may be approved by the Course Director. 11.22.56 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 20 10 20 20 Fourth Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes BM 401 Research in Biomedical Sciences BM 408 Honours Pharmacology 1 MP 403 Drug Delivery Systems MP 404 Biopharmacy 5 MP 406 Advanced Drug Discovery Level 4 4 4 4 4 Credits 40 20 20 20 10 Optional Classes Such classes as may be approved by the Course Director. 11.22.57 11.22.58 11.22.59 11.22.60 (ii) 11.22.61 Progress In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 100 credits from the course curriculum. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 220 credits from the course curriculum including 100 credits at Level 2 or above. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 360 credits from the course curriculum including 100 credits at Level 3 or above. Final Classification The final classification for the degree of BSc with Honours in Pharmaceutical Sciences will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at compulsory and specified optional classes at levels three and four; if appropriate, an oral examination. Award BSc with Honours: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of BSc with Honours in Pharmaceutical Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 480 credits from the course curriculum. Notwithstanding Regulation 11.1.10, these must include no fewer than 100 credits at Level 4 or above. 11.22.62 11.22.63 11.22.64 BSc: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 360 credits from the course curriculum. Notwithstanding Regulation 11.1.10, these must include no fewer than 100 credits at Level 3 or above. Diploma of Higher Education: In order to qualify for the award of a Diploma of Higher Education in Pharmaceutical Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 240 credits from the course curriculum. Certificate of Higher Education: In order to qualify for the award of a Certificate of Higher Education in Pharmaceutical Sciences, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 120 credits from the course curriculum. 11.22.65 to 11.22.70 (Numbers not used) Pharmacology with Industrial Placement BSc with Honours in Pharmacology with Industrial Placement Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 11.1] 11.22.71 Status of the Course The course is offered at Honours level only. 11.22.72 Mode of Study The course is available by full-time study only. 11.22.73 11.22.74 Place of Study As permitted by Regulation 11.1.7, the course involves study outwith the campus. Curriculum First Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level 13 163 Foundation Chemistry for Pharmacists 1 BM 101 Foundation Bioscience and Statistics 1 BM 102 Molecular Bioscience 1 BM 105 Practical Pharmacology and Skills Development 1 BM 205 Human Physiology 2 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 Elective Class(es) 11.22.75 Second Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: 20 Compulsory Classes Level BM 202 Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism 2 BM 203 Cell and Molecular Biology 2 BM 307 Fundamentals of Pharmacology 3 BM 308 Drugs and Disease I 3 BM 311 Laboratory Methods and Skills Development 3 MP 204 Biopharmacy 2 2 11.22.76 Third Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes BM 306 Proteins and Enzymes BM 316 Industrial Placement Report and Skills Development MP 301 Biopharmacy 3 11.22.77 *BM 499 comprises Compulsory Classes BM 401 Research in Biomedical Sciences BM 408 Honours Pharmacology 1 BM 409 Honours Pharmacology 2 BM 415 Pharmacokinetics & Drug Metabolism MP 407 Drug Discovery & Development 11.22.79 11.22.79 11.22.80 11.22.81 Level 3 Credits 20 3 3 80 20 Fourth Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Class BM 499 Composite Mark for Honours Curriculum 11.22.78 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 20 Level 4 Credits 120 4 4 4 4 4 40 20 20 20 20 Progress In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 110 credits from the course curriculum including all the first year compulsory classes. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 220 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 100 credits from the second year compulsory classes. These must include the credits for the class BM 307 Fundamentals of Pharmacology. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 360 credits from the course curriculum including all the third year compulsory classes. Final Assessment and Classification On successful completion of the fourth year, a candidate will be awarded 120 Level 4 credits under class code BM 499 The final Honours classification will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at compulsory Level 3 and Level 4 classes (ii) if appropriate, an oral examination. Award 11.22.82 11.22.83 11.23 to 11.28 BSc with Honours: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of BSc in Honours in Pharmacology with Industrial Placement, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 480 credits from the course curriculum. Transfer A candidate who fails to meet the requirements for progress or award of the BSc with Honours in Pharmacology with Industrial Placement may apply for transfer to the BSc with Honours in Natural Sciences. (Numbers not used) 12.22 Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences Pharmacy MPharm in Pharmacy Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 12.1] 12.22.1 12.22.2 12.22.3 12.22.4 Status of Degree The course is offered at Integrated Masters level. Transfer to the BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences may be possible at any time subject to satisfying the appropriate progress regulations. The MPharm is normally completed in four years. This degree is also undertaken in an accelerated format (3.5 years) by certain students from the International Medical University (IMU) in Malaysia under a collaborative agreement between the University of Strathclyde and IMU. Place of Study The course includes time undertaken in a clinical attachment scheme at associated hospitals for which students must be a member of the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme or, if already a member, must apply for an update. Mode of Study The course is normally available by full-time study only. Curriculum First Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 150 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes 13 163 Foundation Chemistry for Pharmacists MM 110 Mathematics 1P MP 100 Foundation Pharmacy MP 117 Molecular Properties MP 207 Physiology 1 MP 208 Physiology 2 MP 210 Physiology 3 Level 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 Credits 20 10 20 20 20 20 20 Elective Class(es) 12.22.5 20 Second Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 150 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MP 201 Health Promotion MP 202 Pharmaceutical Microbiology Level 2 2 Credits 20 20 MP 216 MP 217 MP 304 MP 308 MP 309 MP 310 12.22.6 Medicinal Chemistry Pharmaceutics Drugs and Disease 2 Fundamentals of Pharmacology Drugs and Disease 1 Pharmacy Practice 1 20 20 10 20 20 20 Third Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 150 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MP 300 Pharmacy Practice 2 MP 317 Clinical Pharmacokinetics MP 319 Absorption & Fate MP 411 Drugs and Disease 3 MP 412 Research Methods MP 414 Medicines Manufacture & Quality Control 1 MP 415 Medicines Manufacture & Quality Control 2 MP 510 Pharmacy Practice 3 12.22.7 2 2 3 3 3 3 Level 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 Credits 20 20 20 20 10 20 20 20 Fourth Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 150 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level Credits MP 403 Drug Delivery Systems 4 10 MP 507 Research Project 5 40 MP 508 Pharmaceutical Care* 5 40 MP 509 Clinical Pharmacology and Prescribing 5 20 MP 511 Bench to Bedside 5 40 * MP 508 Pharmaceutical Care includes some 34 hours undertaken in a clinical attachment scheme. 12.22.8 12.22.9 12.22.10 Progress In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 130 credits from the course curriculum including those for the classes 13 163 Foundation Chemistry for Pharmacists, MP 100 Foundation Pharmacy, MP 103 Molecular Properties, MP 207 Physiology 1, MP 208 Physiology 2 and MP 210 Physiology 3. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 280 credits from the course curriculum including those for all the compulsory classes. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course, a student must have accumulated at least 450 credits from the course curriculum including those for all the compulsory classes. Final Classification 12.22.11 12.22.12 12.22.13 12.22.14 The final classification for the degree of MPharm will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at classes at levels four and five; (ii) if appropriate, an oral examination. Award MPharm: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of MPharm in Pharmacy, a student must have accumulated no fewer than 600 credits from the course curriculum. Transfer A student who fails to satisfy the progress or award requirements for the degree of MPharm in Pharmacy may be transferred to the degree of BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences. (Number not used.) Regulations applicable for students entering the Collaborative Programme from December 2007 onwards. 12.22.15 Collaborative Programme The degree of MPharm in Pharmacy is also offered on a twinning basis in conjunction with International Medical University, Malaysia (IMU). The study pathway will follow one of two routes hereafter referred to as the ‘2+2’ and ‘standard collaborative’ options. The material pertaining to the first and second years of study is arranged on a semester basis as detailed in Regulations 12.22.17 to 12.22.19 and not as given in Regulations 12.22.4 to 12.22.5. For students following the Standard Collaborative Option, the material pertaining to the third year of study is arranged on a semester basis as detailed in Regulations 12.22.20 to 12.22.22 rather than as given in Regulation 12.22.6. For students following the 2+2 Option, the material pertaining to the third year of study is given in Regulation 12.22.6 IMU classes are equivalent to those offered within the University. The code for the relevant University class is shown in brackets in the title of the equivalent class. In the case of students on the Standard Collaborative Programme, semesters 1 - 5 will be taught at the International Medical University. In the case of students on the 2+2 Collaborative Programme, semesters 1 – 4 will be taught at the International Medical University. 12.22.16 Collaborative Programme - Semester One All classes are given and examined at the International Medical University, Malaysia, in the period December to April. All students shall undertake classes amounting to 70 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level MC 100 Mathematics 1P (MM 110) 1 MC 104 Foundation Chemistry for Pharmacists (13 163) 1 MC 204 Physiology 2 (MP 208) 2 Credits 10 20 20 MC 209 12.22.17 Physiology 1 (MP 207) Level 1 1 1 1 2 Credits 10 20 10 20 20 Collaborative Programme - Semester Three All classes are given and examined at the International Medical University, Malaysia, in the period October to March. All students shall undertake classes amounting to 80 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MC 214 Pharmaceutical Microbiology (MP 202) MC 216 Medicinal Chemistry (MP 204) MC 217 Pharmaceutics (MP 200) MC 300 Fundamentals of Pharmacology (MP 308) 12.22.19 20 Collaborative Programme - Semester Two All classes are given and examined at the International Medical University, Malaysia, in the period May to September. All students shall undertake classes amounting to 80 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MC 109 English Studies MC 115 Foundation Pharmacy (MP 100) MC 116 Composition Skills MC 117 Molecular Properties (MP 103) MP 210 Physiology 3 12.22.18 2 Level 2 2 2 3 Credits 20 20 20 20 Collaborative Programme - Semester Four All classes are given and examined at the International Medical University, Malaysia, in the period April to August. All students shall undertake classes amounting to 80 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MC 215 Health Promotion (MP 201) MC 305 Drugs and Disease 1 (MP 309) MC 311 Pharmacy Practice 1 (MP 310) MC 319 Absorption and Fate (MP 301) Level 2 3 3 3 Credits 20 20 20 20 All students taking the 2+2 option will omit the class MC 319 Absorption and Fate in this Semester with associated reduction in credit total. 12.22.20 Standard Collaborative Programme - Semester Five All classes are given and examined at the International Medical University, Malaysia, in the period November to May. All students shall undertake classes amounting to 80 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MC 314 Pharmacy Practice 2 (MP 300) MC 317 Clinical Pharmacokinetics (MP 305) MC 318 Drugs and Disease 2 (MP 410) MC 411 Drugs and Disease 3 (MP 411) Level 3 3 3 4 Credits 20 20 10 20 MC 412 12.22.21 Research Methods (MP 412) 12.22.23 12.22.24 12.22.25 12.22.26 12.22.27 12.22.28 12.22.29 12.22.30 10 Standard Collaborative Programme – Semester Six All classes are given and examined at the University of Strathclyde, in the period June to September. All students shall undertake classes amounting to 60 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes MC 414 Medicines Manufacture & Quality Control 1 (MP 408) MC 415 Medicines Manufacture & Quality Control 2 (MP 409) MC 4XX Pharmacy Practice 3 (MP 510) 12.22.22 4 Level Credits 4 20 4 4 20 20 2+2 Collaborative Programme – Third Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to no fewer than 150 credits as detailed in Regulation 12.22.6. All classes are given and examined at the University of Strathclyde, in the period September to June. Collaborative Programme - Final Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to no fewer than 150 credits as detailed in Regulation 12.22.7. All classes are given and examined at the University of Strathclyde, in the period September to June. Collaborative Programme - Progress In order to progress to semester two, a student must have accumulated at least 50 credits from the course curriculum. In order to progress to semester three, a student must have accumulated at least 130 credits from the course curriculum including those for all classes from semester one. In order to progress to semester four, a student must have accumulated at least 220 credits from the course curriculum including those for all classes from semester two. In order to progress to semester five, a student following the Standard Collaborative Option must have obtained at least 300 credits from the course curriculum including those for all classes from semester three. In order to progress to semester six, a student following the Standard Collaborative Option must have obtained 390 credits from the course curriculum. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student following the 2+2 Option must have obtained 300 credits from the course curriculum. In addition, a student following the 2+2 Option, must have achieved an approved standard of performance. In order to progress to the final year of the course a student must normally have accumulated 450 credits from the course curriculum. 12.22.31 Collaborative Programme - Award See Regulation 12.22.12. 12.22.32 to 12.22.40 Numbers not used Biomedical Sciences MSci in Biochemistry MSci in Immunology MSci in Microbiology MSci in Pharmacology Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 12.1] 12.22.41 12.22.42 12.22.43 Status of the Courses The courses are at Integrated Masters level. Students may transfer into the MSci from a relevant BSc subject to satisfying the progress regulations. Transfer to a relevant BSc degree is possible at any time, subject to satisfying the appropriate progress regulations. Mode of Study The courses are available by both full-time and part-time study. Curriculum (Full-time study) First Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level BM 101 Foundation Bioscience and Statistics 1 BM 102 Molecular Bioscience 1 BM 103 Biology of Organisms 1 BM 104 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 1 1 CH 105 Chemistry for Bioscience 1 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 Elective Class(es) 12.22.44 Second Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes Level BM 201 Introduction to Infection and Immunity 2 BM 202 Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism 2 BM 203 Cell and Molecular Biology 2 BM 204 Practical Bioscience and Skills Development 2 2 BM 205 Human Physiology 2 CH 201 Bio-organic Chemistry 2 12.22.45 20 Credits 20 20 20 20 20 20 Third Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits: Compulsory Classes Level BM 310 Laboratory Methods and Skills Development 3 Credits 40 together with classes appropriate to the chosen course: Biochemistry Compulsory Classes BM 305 Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics BM 306 Proteins and Enzymes 3 3 20 20 Immunology Compulsory Classes BM 301 Fundamental Immunology BM 302 Intermediate Immunology 3 3 20 20 Microbiology Compulsory Classes BM 303 Fundamental Microbiology BM 304 Intermediate Microbiology 3 3 20 20 Pharmacology Compulsory Classes BM 307 Fundamentals of Pharmacology BM 308 Drugs and Disease 1 3 3 20 20 Optional Classes A further 40 credits in one subject from the classes listed in this regulation 12.22.46 Fourth Year All full-time students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits choosing two subject combinations from the following: Compulsory Classes BM 401 Research in Biomedical Science Level 4 Credits 40 Biochemistry Compulsory Classes BM 406 Honours Biochemistry 1 BM 407 Honours Biochemistry 2 4 4 20 20 Immunology Compulsory Classes BM 402 Honours Immunology 1 BM 403 Honours Immunology 2 4 4 20 20 Microbiology Compulsory Classes BM 404 Honours Microbiology 1 BM 405 Honours Microbiology 2 4 4 20 20 together with classes appropriate to the chosen course: Pharmacology Compulsory Classes BM 408 Honours Pharmacology 1 BM 409 Honours Pharmacology 2 4 4 20 20 Optional Classes A further 40 credits in one subject from the classes listed in this regulation 12.22.47 Fifth Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 120 credits as follows: Compulsory Class Biochemistry BM 503 MSci in Biochemistry Level Credits 5 120 Immunology BM 502 MSci in Immunology 5 120 Microbiology BM 504 MSci in Microbiology 5 120 Pharmacology BM 501 MSci in Pharmacology 5 120 5 20 Biochemistry BM 505 MSci Biochemistry Project and Thesis BM 509 Research Topics in Biochemistry 5 5 80 20 Immunology BM 506 MSci Immunology Project and Thesis BM 510 Research Topics in Immunology 5 5 80 20 Microbiology BM 507 MSci Microbiology Project and Thesis BM 511 Research Topics in Microbiology 5 5 80 20 Pharmacology BM 508 MSci Pharmacology Project and Thesis BM 512 Research Topics in Pharmacology 5 5 80 20 Each of the above classes comprises: Compulsory Classes MP 931 Generic Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Research Skills together with the class appropriate to the chosen course: 12.22.48 12.22.49 12.22.50 12.22.51 12.22.52 12.22.53 12.22.54 12.22.55 12.22.56 12.22.57 Curriculum (Part-time study) In each academic year, a student studying on a part-time basis shall normally undertake a curriculum of no fewer than 60 credits chosen from the appropriate full-time curriculum. Progress (Full-time study) In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must normally have accumulated at least 100 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 80 credits from the first year compulsory classes. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must normally have accumulated at least 240 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 120 credits from the second year compulsory classes. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course, a student must normally have accumulated at least 360 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 120 credits from the third year curriculum. In addition, a student must have achieved an approved standard of performance with regard to level of study and academic attainment. In order to progress to the fifth year of the course, a student must normally have accumulated at least 480 credits from the course curriculum including no fewer than 120 credits from the fourth year curriculum. In addition, a student must have achieved an approved standard of performance with regard to level of study and academic attainment. Progress (Part-time study) In order to progress to the next full-time equivalent year of the course, a part-time student must normally satisfy the appropriate progress requirements for full-time study. In any one academic year, a part-time student shall not normally carry more than 20 outstanding credits from one academic year to the next. Final Assessment and Degree Classification On successful completion of the fifth year, a candidate will be awarded 120 Level 5 credits under the class code BM 5ZB, BM5ZI, BM5ZM or BM5ZP as appropriate. The final classification will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at compulsory and specified optional classes in the third, fourth and fifth years; (ii) if appropriate, an oral examination. Award MSci: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of MSc in the chosen course, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 600 credits from the course curriculum. Transfer 12.22.58 12.22.59 to 12.22.60 A student who fails to satisfy the progress or award requirements for the degree of MSci may be transferred to the BSc with Honours in an appropriate Joint Honours combination of subjects based on 3 rd and 4th Year options. (Numbers not used) Pharmacy MSci in Pharmacy Course Regulations [These regulations are to be read in conjunction with Regulation 12.1] 12.22.61 12.22.62 12.22.63 12.22.64 12.22.65 12.22.66 Status of Degree The course is offered at Integrated Masters level. The degree is undertaken in an articulated and accelerated format (4.5 years) by certain students from an approved overseas academic institution with which the University of Strathclyde has an appropriate Memorandum of Agreement. Place of Study The first three academic years of study will be undertaken at the approved overseas institution. The final calendar year of study will be undertaken at Strathclyde in the form of a summer semester and final year. Mode of Study The course is normally available by full-time study only. Curriculum First Year All students shall undertake all classes at the overseas institution which constitute the first year of the approved and recognised curriculum which is at least equivalent to 120 credits at Level 1. Second Year All students shall undertake all classes at the overseas institution which constitute the second year of the approved and recognised curriculum which is at least equivalent to 120 credits at Level 2. Third Year All students shall undertake all classes at the overseas institution which constitute the third year of the approved and recognised curriculum at least equivalent to 120 credits at Level 3 together with the following compulsory class Compulsory Class MP 313 Pharmacy Practice and Orientation* *delivered and examined at the overseas institution. 12.22.67 Level 3 Credits 20 Summer Semester All students shall undertake classes at Strathclyde amounting to 70 credits as follows: Compulsory Class MC 412 Formulation, Manufacturing and Testing Level Credits MC 413 MP 413 XX xxx 12.22.68 Medicines Manufacture & Quality Control 1 (MP 408) Formulation, Manufacturing and Testing Medicines Manufacture & Quality Control 2 (MP 409) Medicines Use in Pharmacy General Academic English 12.22.70 12.22.71 12.22.72 12.22.73 12.22.74 12.22.75 12.23 to 12.28 20 4 4 4 20 10 20 Fourth Year All students shall undertake classes amounting to 150 credits as follows: Compulsory Classes BM 409 Honours Pharmacology 1 MP 403 Drug Delivery Systems MP 507 Research Project MP 509 Clinical Pharmacology and Prescribing MP 511 Bench to Bedside MP 512 Principles of Pharmaceutical Care 12.22.69 4 Level 4 4 5 5 5 5 Credits 20 10 40 20 40 20 Progress In order to progress to the second year of the course, a student must have passed all first year classes at the approved overseas institution. In order to progress to the third year of the course, a student must have passed all second year classes at the approved overseas institution. In order to progress to the Strathclyde Summer Semester of the course, a student must have passed all third year classes at the approved overseas institution and the class MS 313 Pharmacy Practice and Orientation. In order to progress to the fourth year of the course which is taken at Strathclyde, a student must have passed all Strathclyde Summer Semester classes including XX xxx General Academic English Final Classification The final classification for the degree of MSci in Pharmacy will normally be based on: (i) the first assessed attempt at classes at levels four and five; (ii) if appropriate, an oral examination. Award MSci in Pharmacy: In order to qualify for the award of the degree of MSci in Pharmacy, a candidate must have accumulated no fewer than 600 credits from the course curriculum. Transfer A student who fails to satisfy the progress or award requirements for the degree of MSci in Pharmacy may be transferred to the degree of BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences. (Numbers not used).