MPharm (Hons) Pharmacy

Module: 4PY019

Credits: 120

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Year aims. Students will: understand the fundamental scientific principles of health and disease as applied to drugs and medicines understand the physico-chemical basis of pharmacotherapy understand the role of a pharmacist By the end of Pharmacy Stage 1 the student will develop the fundamental knowledge and skills required to commence the level 5 stage of the spiral curriculum: cellular and biochemical systems, anatomy, physiology, patients, pharmacists and medicines, and effective and professional undergraduate study. These concepts and topics are accommodated across four thematically derived strands: Molecules, Cells and Systems: This strand introduces the biochemical building blocks of life, the structure and function of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells and human anatomy and physiology. Processes associated with these cells and systems are compared and contrasted in health and disease. Introduction to Drugs and Medicines: This strand introduces the basic principles of drug discovery and development and will provide students with an understanding of the organic and physical chemistry, and the pharmacological principles, pertinent to medicinally important molecules. Pharmacists, Patients and Medicines: The strand explores how pharmacists use their expert knowledge of medicines, health and the disease for the benefit of patients and the population through exploration of pharmacists’ roles and how medicines are distributed and handled in patient-facing settings. The Informed Pharmacy Learner: The strand aims to develop fundamental skills, techniques and attributes that are pertinent to the study and practice of pharmacy.

Module: 5PY022

Credits: 120

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Year outcomes. Students will: understand the principles of drug development, formulation and pharmaceutical technologies apply the principles of pharmacotherapy to the management of disease develop a sense of professional identity and an understanding of the skills and attributes pertinent to pharmacy By the end of Pharmacy Stage 2 the student will develop the knowledge, skills and attributes required to commence the level 6 stage of the spiral curriculum: Further development of drug discovery and medicines development; pathophysiology, actions and handling of drugs and medicines applying to common minor and major conditions across the range of body systems; principles of formulation and packaging applying to the key dosage form types; development of clinical skills and attributes required for effect patient and disease management These concepts and topics accommodated across three thematically derived strands: Medicines in Development and Use: This strand aims to develop a sense of the interconnected nature of drug therapy and uncomplicated disease states. It builds on the fundamental principles of drug action and handling, molecular biology, microbiology, physiology, pharmaceutical chemistry and physicochemical science covered at stage 1. The strand explores how drugs are developed in to medicines and how they act and interact within specific body systems. It will provide a comprehensive overview of the current usage of drugs and where the next generation of therapies are likely to come from. It will be delivered in an integrated manner and will introduce and explore relevant body systems and disease states in conjunction with the drugs indicated. The prediction of drug actions and effects in body systems and their uses will be exemplified using example multiple item/single condition prescriptions and uncomplicated case studies. Principles of drug mechanisms of action, drug design, delivery, packaging, handling and dosage forms as well as analytical techniques pertinent to the characterisation and development of drugs will be covered. Clinical and Professional Skills for Pharmacists: Students will develop the clinical and professional skills required to apply to their developing knowledge of medicines and optimize their use in patients. The strand will focus on safe systems of working and governance, professional responsibility and accountability, ethical practice and the development of skills in consultation, case history analysis, higher order prescription analysis and the strategies used to rationalise and optimize medicines use and patient care. Selected examples of disease topics will be used to exemplify these skills in preparation for Pharmacy Stage 3. The Applied Pharmacy Learner: This strand will continue to develop students as reflective learners and as student healthcare professionals who are aware of evidencing competencies in the meeting of standards. Study skills covered will incorporate more complicated calculations, further development of the retrieval and interpretation of academic papers, scientific writing, presenting skills, effective team working and interprofessional working with students of other health professions. Students will be introduced to research methodologies and paradigms pertinent to pharmacy.

Module: 6PY011

Credits: 120

Period: 3

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Year outcomes. Students will: develop skills in reflective practice be able to apply knowledge of pharmaceutical technologies and processes in the use of medicines demonstrate an evidence-based approach to the critical evaluation of healthcare data in the management of health and disease By the end of Pharmacy Stage 3 the student will have developed the knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to commence the level 7 stage of the spiral curriculum. Stage 3 combines the development of a depth and breadth of clinical knowledge with the study of more advanced scientific concepts which inform the current and future management of disease and of medicines formulation. Learners will continue to develop as reflective practitioners and competent student healthcare professionals. They will also prepare for a final year research project by gaining essential research skills. These concepts and topics are accommodated across two thematically derived strands: The Therapeutic Management of Patients: This strand will revisit the range of conditions in the major body systems covered at level 5 with a focus on their diagnosis and therapeutic management. Students will consider rational drug choice based upon clinical evidence and patent factors and characteristics; and also health promotion. Concurrently students will apply knowledge of advanced drug development processes from discovery through to patient. These will include complex drug delivery technologies; development and uses of biological treatments; and pharmacogenetics, pharmacogenomics and personalised medicine. The Established Pharmacy Learner: Study skills will be further enhanced by considering more advanced communication techniques, research methodologies pertinent to pharmacy; and by undertaking effective team-working in an interprofessional setting. At the conclusion of this stage students will have developed a full appreciation of reflective practice through their portfolio building and the presentation of evidence of learning to meet standards.

Module: 7PY023

Credits: 120

Period: 4

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Year outcomes. Students will: possess the skills and attitudes appropriate for healthcare professionals be able to critically evaluate healthcare enquiry and research be able to make justified and informed clinical decisions to promote the management of health and disease By the end of Pharmacy Stage 4 the student will develop the knowledge, skills and attributes required for entry in to the pre-registration year. This stage builds on the clinical and scientific knowledge and research skills developed during stage 3 and develops a critical awareness of how medicines and pharmacy services are used, developed and evaluated in the wider population. Students will undertake an extended project in an area of their interest and will also develop a capability to deal with more complex patients, cases and disease management scenarios. There will be an emphasis on verifying clinical, interpersonal, legal, ethical and mathematical competence to contribute to the final meeting of GPhC’s standard 10 learning outcomes at the year 4 level. These concepts and topics are accommodated across three thematically derived strands: Frontiers in Pharmacy: This strand considers Public and population health, health policy and the role of medicines and the pharmacist in meeting these agendas. Research skills will be applied to an extended project and there will also be an extended piece of work focusing on initiatives in pharmacy. Effective Patient Management. Building on level 6, students will be introduced to increasingly complex scenarios, cases and prescriptions that require higher level pharmacist input: patients with altered drug handling states, patients with multiple disease states, patients with additional counselling or drug administration requirements and prescribing-related queries. Students will be expected to utilise higher level interpersonal and written communication skills to deal with scenarios involving patients, health professionals and drug use. Various coursework elements will be used to test the application of higher levels of knowledge and skills and there will be a final OSCE which will be used to assure that the clinical and interpersonal competence required to enter the pre-registration year is achieved. The Accomplished Pharmacy Learner: Students will demonstrate that they are accomplished reflective practitioners with the necessary skills, knowledge and attributes to meet the GPhC’s standards for pharmacy graduates and who are fit to enter their pre-registration year.

The Wolverhampton MPharm is a contemporary, patient-focused and clinical course which aims to develop the knowledge and skills that you will need to build a successful career in your chosen area of pharmacy.

A team of expert academic pharmacists and scientists have developed the programme and, along the way, we have consulted with employers, practicing pharmacists, patients, carers and students in order to make sure that the product you are investing in is of the highest possible standard and relevance.

At Wolverhampton our smaller cohort sizes and extensive use of practitioners and educators from the different pharmacy sectors provide you with a more interactive learning experience that puts your learning fully in to context. Our placements and simulations are aligned carefully with the material you cover in class and they are staged in a way which helps you gradually build up confidence as the years progress.

Our theme-based approaches to teaching cross over the traditional pharmacy disciplines such as pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutics and pharmacy practice. This helps you to integrate your studies and make the links between the different aspects of theoretical content and its application to the world of work.

The course seeks to produce pharmacy graduates who are fit for purpose to enter pre-registration training/professional practice. You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to meet the needs of patients and the profession.

Wolverhampton MPharm graduates will be independent thinkers and effective team workers who are adaptable and self-aware. At the conclusion of the course you will:

1. be able to understand, apply and critique the scientific principles of health, disease and the drug entity to the design, development and uses of medicines in patients be able to understand roles and functions of pharmacists and their place within the healthcare team.
2. develop and apply appropriate skills and attributes required for the professional practice of pharmacy.
3. utilise and critically evaluate scientific and healthcare information and data in order to inform change in practice and knowledge.

Location Mode Fee Year Home/EU Full-time £9250 per year 2020-21 Home Full-time £9250 per year 2021-22 International Full-time £12250 per year 2020-21 International Full-time £12950 per year 2021-22

Additional Course Costs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check = £46

Occupational Health initial processing fee = £10 (plus students may have to pay for vaccinations if they haven’t already had/or cannot show evidence of having the required vaccinations)

Calculator = £7

Further information on these additional costs will be provided prior to the start of your studies

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

All applicants are assessed by their highest level of study.

• GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C+/5 or an accepted equivalent.

PLUS EITHER

• 112 UCAS points
• A Levels - three with a minimum of BBC including A Level Chemistry at minimum grade C, plus at least one further Science subject. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.