PgDip Academic Medicine/Dentistry
Academic Year 2018/19
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Programme Title |
PgDip Academic Medicine/Dentistry |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Diploma |
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Programme Code |
MED-PD-AM |
UCAS Code |
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HECoS Code |
100267 |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Part Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
2 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
120 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations 1. The Certificate is taken during the Academic Foundation Year 2 research placement and is currently a 4 month full-time attachment. |
Students with protected characteristics None |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) Yes |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
1. To equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand the principles of academic medicine.
2. To provide students with the opportunity to participate in original and high quality research.
3. To develop students' skills in critical analysis of the scientific literature and scientific writing of research articles.
4. To mentor students in the skills required to produce high quality research proposals.
5. To expand students' capacity for self-directed and life-long learning.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Analyze and interpret experimental data. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Adopt various research approaches and combine information from different sources to develop a research plan. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract, presentations. |
Evaluate ethical issues in research. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically evaluate scientific literature. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Apply analytical, numerical and creative thinking skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Work independently and take responsibility for own learning. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills including the presentation of scientific information. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Manage time effectively and prioritize tasks. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Develop own knowledge and skills and contribute to the development of others, through active participation in teamwork and group learning opportunities. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Use information technology in particular the recording of information and data retrieval. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Apply scientific research principles and audit. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract/research paper, presentations and research project. |
Develop relevant IT skills for the generation of research figures of publication standard. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Research project. |
Develop scientific writing skills in order to communicate the research findings in a publication format. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning; small group learning. Methods of Assessment Research project. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically analyse and discuss principles of academic medicine/dentistry and how they can be applied in the clinical arena. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract/research paper. |
Discuss experimental approaches, techniques and design in academic medicine/dentistry. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
Critically evaluate current scientific literature. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract/research paper. |
Discuss research ethics and correctly apply established principles and legislation to all areas of research. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Critically analyse research approaches in their chosen discipline. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract/research paper. |
Explain techniques that will underpin the research design of their research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract/research paper. |
Develop and present a proposal for their research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract. |
Write an extended abstract. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Extended abstract. |
Present the findings of their research in a research paper format. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Research paper. |
Discuss the factors that contribute to a high quality academic medicine/dentistry research project. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Seminars; supervision; guided self directed learning. Methods of Assessment Oral presentations and extended abstract/research paper. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability | Duration |
Pre-requisite |
Assessment | |||||
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S1 |
S2 |
Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
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Academic Medicine/Dentistry Training and Research |
SCM8099 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
16 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Research Project in Academic Medicine/Dentistry |
SCM8100 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
52 weeks |
N |
YES |
80% |
20% |
0% |
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NotesSCM8099 prerequisite: acceptance onto the Northern Ireland Medical and Dental Agency Academic Foundation programme. |