Programme Specification ( )

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Programme Specification (2015-16)

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 and Enhancement processes as set out in the DASA Policies and Procedures Manual.

Programme Title PG Cert in Clinical Anatomy Final Award

Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Anatomy

Postgraduate Certificate Programme Code MED-PC-CA UCAS Code N/A JACS Code B100 Criteria for Admissions (Please see General Regulations)

For current general University entry requirements for this pathway go to: http://www.qub.ac.uk/ado

Applicants applying for entry to the programme which will be delivered by Blended Learning  Applicants to the Programme will be required to hold a primary degree in a relevant healthcare discipline

(e.g., medicine, dentistry, nursing, physiotherapy, speech therapy, etc) at upper second class honours level, and relevant experience as a registered clinical professional. Applicants must also be working in a Clinical Practice position for the duration of the programme.

 International applicants should have either:

- an IELTS score of 6.5 with not less than 6.0 in each of the four component elements of listening, reading, speaking and writing taken within the last 2 years;

- a TOEFL score of 90+ (internet based test), taken within the last 2 years, with minimum component scores of Listening – 20, Reading – 19, Speaking – 21 and Writing – 20;

- a valid Certificate of Proficiency in English grade A or B; - a valid Certificate of Advanced English grade A; or

a first or upper class honours degree from a university in the UK, Republic of Ireland or other suitability quality assured location in a country deemed by the UK Border Agency to be a majority English speaking.

For further Information Refer to: Course Handbook

School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences Postgraduate and Professional Development

Whitla Medical Building

97 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 7BL www.qub.ac.uk/schools/mdbs/ Tel: +44 (0) 28 9097 2615

Email: [email protected]

Mode of Study (Full-time, Part-time, other) Part-time by blended learning. Type of

Programme

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Awarding Institution/Body Queen’s University Belfast Teaching Institution _{Queen’s University Belfast}

School/Department School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences Framework for Higher Education Qualification

Level http://www.qaa.ac.uk/publications/ information-and-guidance

Level 7

QAA Benchmark Group

http://www.qaa.ac.uk/assuring-standards-and- quality/the-quality-code/subject-benchmark-statements

N/A

Collaborative Organisation and form of Collaboration (if applicable)

NA Accreditations

(PSRB)

N/A Date of next scheduled

accreditation visit ATAS Clearance N/A

External Examiner Name: External Examiner Institution/Organisation: Dr David Heylings Honorary Senior Fellow, University of East Anglia

Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations (Please see General Regulations)

No

Programme Specific Regulations

AWARDS, CREDITS AND PROGRESSION OF LEARNING OUTCOMES

The following regulations should be read in conjunction with the General Regulations of the University.

1. Candidates must achieve an overall pass mark (50%+) and pass all modules to be awarded a

postgraduate certificate.

2. In the case of failed modules, candidates will normally be permitted only one re-sit attempt in

each module.

3. Candidates who fail a re-sit examination may be required to withdraw from the course.

4. A Postgraduate Certificate may be awarded with Commendation to candidates who pass all

modules at the first attempt and achieve an overall average of 60% or greater.

5. A Postgraduate Certificate will be awarded with Distinction to candidates who pass all modules

and achieve an overall average of 70% or greater.

6. Students who have successfully completed the PG Certificate programme, but who have not

graduated with the award, may use the credit gained towards the PG Diploma in Clinical

Anatomy.

7. All decisions on progress will be made by the Board of Examiners Students with protected

characteristics

Normally there are no barriers but being a laboratory-based subject each case will be considered individually.

Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations)

No

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Educational Aims of Programme

1. To equip students with a significant and wide-ranging knowledge of clinically relevant human anatomy.

2. To develop student’s ability in using their anatomical knowledge to inform understanding and decision making in complex clinical practice or research. 3. To provide students with the skills to interpret and identify key anatomical features of clinical relevance from a range of anatomical specimens. 4. To develop the student’s transferable skills through a variety of coursework.

5. To foster the acquisition of the skills required to undertake anatomical research and scholarship. 6. To increase student’s capability for self-directed and life-long learning.

Learning Outcomes: Cognitive Skills

On the completion of this course successful students will be able to:

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Methods of Assessment Analyse and integrate observations on different anatomical

specimens to create greater comprehension of the complexity of the human body.

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Evaluate different methods of study of human anatomy, adopting the most appropriate for particular analyses.

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Judge the ethical aspects of the study of human anatomy. Web apps logbooks

Learning Outcomes: Transferable Skills

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Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Coursework Oral presentations; essays; logbooks Prioritize tasks and manage their time efficiently. Schedule the undertaking and completion of a range

of coursework and study opportunities within a time-limited framework

Completion of coursework within agreed deadlines; successful completion of study schedules in time for

summative assessments Use successful strategies to foster and develop their anatomical

knowledge and understanding including the ability to work independently.

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; seminars; web apps

Logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Demonstrate effective use of digital and e-learning platforms. Use of School generated web apps Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays

Apply critical analysis and reasoning to their own work. Coursework Essays; Logbooks

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Methods of Assessment Describe and discuss the detailed anatomy of extensive regions of

the human body.

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; seminars; web apps; self-directed learning

Practical exam; logbooks; oral presentations; essays;

Demonstrate understanding of the application of anatomical knowledge to clinical and research situations.

Demonstrate that an appreciation of normal functional anatomy is essential to the understanding of the anatomical manifestations of disease and injury.

Learning Outcomes: Subject Specific Skills

On the completion of this course successful students will be able to

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Methods of Assessment Demonstrate competence in observational skills including the ability

to identify vital structures in previously unseen anatomical specimens.

Practical classes and demonstrations; completion of log books; web apps

Practical exam; logbooks;

Demonstrate understanding of the various methods used to prepare anatomical specimens and the importance of recording

observations.

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; web apps; self-directed learning

Logbooks; Essays

Briefly describe and comply with relevant legislation that applies to working with anatomical specimens e.g. Human Tissues Act; Health & Safety legislation.

Practical classes and demonstrations; lectures; completion of log books; self-directed learning

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Programme Requirements

Students must undertake 60 CATS worth of modules from those listed below.

Module Title Module

Code (blended learning)

Level/ stage

Credits Availability Duration Pre-requ isite

Assessment

S1 S2 Core Option Examination % Coursework %

Group A

Applied Anatomy of the

Thorax SCM8087 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical- 40%

Oral Presentation - 20%; Practical Lab/Logbook 10%;Essay - 30% Applied Anatomy of the

Brain and Spinal Cord SCM8088 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical - 40%

Oral Presentation - 20%; Practical Lab/Logbook 10% ; Essay - 30% Applied Anatomy of the

Abdomen SCM8089 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical - 40%

Pelvis SCM8094 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical - 40%

Upper Limb SCM8090 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical - 40%

Lower Limb SCM8093 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical - 40%

Oral Presentation - 20%; Practical Lab/Logbook 10% ; Essay - 30%

Applied Anatomy of the

Head and Neck SCM8091 30 Yes 12 weeks  Practical - 40%

Oral Presentation - 20%; Practical Lab/Logbook 10% ; Essay - 30% Applied Anatomy of the Back SCM8092 15 Yes 6 weeks  Practical - 40% Oral Presentation - 20%; Practical

Lab/Logbook 10% ; Essay - 30% Approved by Director of Education: