A Zguide to the School of Pharmacy2011

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School of PharmacyEssential Guide

2011

www.nottingham.ac.uk/pharmacy


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WELCOME

This Guide has been put together as a first point of reference to help familiarise you

with the School. It contains useful information on the School of Pharmacy, theMPharm course, members of staff, examinations, and where to go for help if youare having problems. Please read it carefully before you start your studies andkeep it somewhere safe so that you can refer to it throughout your course.

The School has developed an intranet site for pharmacy students which will beaccessed through your portal (https://my.nottingham.ac.uk) and you should

regularly check your portal for other important information.

Please note that University Regulations are official and binding, and are updatedfrom time to time. You should refer to www.nottingham.ac.uk/current/regulations/for more information.

MASTER OF PHARMACY DEGREE

A degree in Pharmacy from the University of Nottingham preparesyou for a career in community or hospital pharmacy, industry orresearch. In each year the course content is structured aroundpharmaceutics, pharmaceutical and biological chemistry,

microbiology, physiology and pharmacology, and professionalpractice. Physiology and Pharmacology are taught in the Medical

School in the Queens Medical Centre. Much of the pharmacology teaching is integratedwith medical and nursing students, which fosters association between the professionsfrom an early stage. Specialists from local hospitals and the pharmaceutical industry, ateam of Clinical Teachers from community and hospital pharmacies, and otherprofessionals from the university also contribute to the teaching.

A degree in Pharmacy is not in itself a qualification to practise pharmacy in the UK. Inorder to register as a pharmacist, you are required to complete a further 12 months ofpractical training (called Pre-registration) in one or more branches of pharmacy

(community, hospital or industry) approved by the General Pharmaceutical Council(GPHC). These are usually salaried posts and, in many cases, permanent contracts ofemployment are offered. At the end of this period you will be required to sit the Pre-

Registration examination and a pass in this, in conjunction with successful completionof training, will allow you to register as a pharmacist in the UK. Since the pre-registration training does not form part of the University course, you are responsible formaking your own arrangements for placements. The School actively assists and

advises on placements and application procedures. (See Pre-Registration Trainingsection in this guide).

The Head of the School of Pharmacy with responsibility for the overall managementof the School is Professor Kevin Shakesheff.

The Chair of the Teaching Committee, with responsibility for the MPharm course, is

Dr Barrie Kellam.

The Clinical Course Director, with responsibility for the practice elements of theMPharm, is Mrs Stephanie Bridges.

The Undergraduate Services Manager who is responsible for undergraduate mattersis Mrs Sylvia Atkinson. All staff can be contacted by email, using the

[email protected] protocol
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ASSESSED COURSEWORK

The School will provide you with a folder in which you must keep all pieces of assessed

coursework (lab reports, etc) that are returned to you throughout your studies. Thisportfolio must be made available to the School on request. A sample of folders will becollected in at the end of each academic year and made available to externalexaminers.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The School of Pharmacys over-arching criteria for the assessment of exams andcoursework are shown below.

DegreeClass

Performance %Range

Comments

First Excellent tooutstanding

>70% Excellent structure, cogentarguments, evidence of critical

thinking and of good integration ofknowledge across subjects.Excellent understanding,comprehensive and correctknowledge. Relevant examples

used. Evidence of wider study.

Uppersecond

Very good 60-69 As for above but not necessarilywith cogency and with more errors

or omissions. No conceptualerrors. Evidence of wider study.

Lower

second

Satisfactory 50-59 As above, but structure and

argument may be less impressive,uncritical repetition may beevident, errors will be more

frequent and limited evidence ofwider study. Fewer examples andless detail, but there will be anacceptable basis of knowledge.

Third Poor 40-49 Limited evidence of structure orargument, mostly uncriticalrepetition. Barely adequate

knowledge with insufficientinformation to assessunderstanding. Scant or irrelevantexamples, factual errors and very

limited evidence of wider study.Fail Unsatisfactory


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ATTENDANCE

When you register as a student you are signing a written undertaking to obey theOrdinances and Regulations of the University which are in force during your period of

study. See http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/current/regulations

Attendance MonitoringStudents must attend all teaching activities necessary for the pursuit of their studies,undertake all associated assessments and attend meetings and other activities asrequired by the School or the University. Where you face difficulty in attendingsessions or undertaking assessments and examinations, it is your responsibility toinform the School of this fact and to provide a satisfactory explanation. Please seehttp://www.nottingham.ac.uk/quality-manual/study-regulations/attendance.htm forfurther details on attendance regulations at the University.

The School has systems in place to monitor attendance during the academic year.Unauthorised absences are reported to the Registry and recorded as appropriate.

Where students are absent without authorisation, to the point that it is not possible to

continue with the course, the Registry will write to the student stating that they will bedeemed to have withdrawn from the University and their student record will beamended to show that they have withdrawn.Where required the University will report non-attendance to appropriate authoritiesincluding the UK Border AgencyThe Regulations governing residence and attendance state that all students areexpected to remain in residence throughout the full period of each term, includingthe first and last days.

ATTENDANCE AT PRACTICAL CLASSES

You are required to attend all timetabled practical classes. If you are unable to attend

for any reason you should telephone the Student Office on 0115-951-5053 or 0115-951-5051 to report your absence. You must also complete an ExtenuatingCircumstances Form available on the Universitys website or from the Student Officeand provide supporting evidence. The form and evidence should be taken to the

Student Office and, if approved, you will be informed of the steps you need to take. Ifyour extenuating circumstances are not approved or are not supported by independentevidence, then a mark of zero will be recorded. You should note that this may lead to

failure of the module.

You are reminded that progression to the next year of the course requires a

pass mark in all practical modules.

BANKINGThere are two banks on the University Park campus located inthe Portland Building extension (Level C). These are NatWest(open Monday-Friday 9.00 4.30, Wednesday 9.30 4.30 and

Saturday 9.30 2.30) and HSBC (Term Time Only - openMonday, Wednesday and Friday 10.00 3.00. This branch doesnot have a counter service. If you need to open a bank accountwith HSBC the nearest one is Beeston town centre).

On the Jubilee campus there is a branch of NatWest on Wollaton Road. At the SuttonBonington campus there is a branch of NatWest in the Amenities Building. There is aLINK ATM machine on University Park, next to the bicycle store and AccommodationOffice, as well as the ATM machines outside the banks in Portland Building.
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COLLECTION OF MARKED WORK

A list of marked work to be collected will be emailed out once aweek from the Student Office. You can then collect your marked

work and any other items will be between 12 noon and 2pm daily.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Your pharmacy course is preparing you to enter a profession. Pharmacy is one of the

registered healthcare professions, and carries both privileges and responsibilities. As apharmacy student you must demonstrate you are able to exercise those privileges andbear those responsibilities. This means you must conduct yourself professionally at alltimes.

This Code of Conduct for Pharmacy Students (called the Code of Conduct in the rest ofthis document) applies to you from the first day of your course to the day yougraduate. This Code of Conduct applies both on and off campus. Remember that

wherever you are, you are representing the profession of pharmacy and your

university.

Pharmacists in Great Britain must register with the General Pharmaceutical Council(GPhC) and must abide by its Standards of conduct, ethics and performance. Whenyou become a pharmacist in Great Britain the standards will apply to you. They arebased on seven principles: each one is explained by a number of examples; others will

arise when you are working as a pharmacist. Applying the seven principles is central tothe way you conduct yourself and is what being a professional is about. All theprinciples are equally important.

Pharmacists in Northern Ireland register with the Pharmaceutical Society of NorthernIreland and must abide by its Code of Ethics. When you become a pharmacist in

Northern Ireland, it will apply to you. This Code of Conduct has been adopted by thePharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland.

This Code of Conduct is based on the same seven principles as those in the GPhCsStandards of conduct, ethics and performance and this Code of Conduct explains how

the principles apply to you as a student. It will help you as you develop yourunderstanding of what it is to be a pharmacist. The Code of Conduct indicates how theprinciples apply to you now and shows what is expected of you during your time as a

student.

It is a requirement that your school has fitness to practise procedures for pharmacystudents. If you do not abide by this Code of Conduct you may be subject to those

procedures.

This Code of Conduct is for students studying on accredited MPharm degrees, Overseas

PharmacistsAssessment Programmes (OSPAPs) and foundation degrees in pharmacy.

This Code of Conduct has been endorsed by the Council of University Heads ofPharmacy (CUHOP) and the British Pharmaceutical Students Association (BPSA).


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Code of Conduct for Pharmacy Students

The seven principles

1. Make patients your first concern2. Use your professional judgement in the interests of patients and the public

3. Show respect for others

4. Encourage patients and the public to participate in decisions about their care5. Develop your professional knowledge and competence6. Be honest and trustworthy

7. Take responsibility for your working practices

1. Make patients your first concern

The health, wellbeing and safety of patients must be your main concern. To supportthis, you will learn about the design and development of medicines and their safe and

effective use. Even when you are not in direct contact with patients, you will bedeveloping values, attitudes, knowledge and skills that you will use as a pharmacist. Asa student you must:

1.1 always bear in mind your future role as a pharmacist when studying: this appliesequally to the science elements of the course as to pharmacy practice

1.2 apply your learning to ensure you know how to develop and use medicines forthe maximum benefit of patients

1.3 promote the health of patients

2. Use your professional judgement in the interests of patients and thepublic

You will need to use professional judgement at all times: your course is designed to

help you understand what this means. As a student you must:

2.1 consider and act in the best interests of patients and the public

2.2 ensure your beliefs do not compromise patient care2.3 make sure your judgement is not influenced by personal interests2.4 be prepared to challenge the judgement of others if you have reason to

believe that their decisions could compromise safety or care

3. Show respect for others

Demonstrating respect for the dignity, views and rights of others is fundamental informing and maintaining appropriate professional relationships with patients, carers,

colleagues and other individuals with whom you come into contact. As a student youmust:

3.1 recognise diversity and respect the cultural differences, values and beliefs ofothers, including students and staff

3.2 treat others politely, with consideration and with respect3.3 listen to, and respect, others opinions and be non-judgemental in your attitudes

toward them

3.4 maintain proper professional boundaries in the relationships you have withothers, especially with vulnerable adults and children

3.5 recognise and respect the rights of patients3.6 respect patient confidentiality and consent, but disclose relevant information as

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4. Encourage patients and the public to participate in decisions about theircare

Patients and the public have the right to be involved in decisions about their treatmentand care. Pharmacists must respect this right and help patients to take part in decisionswhich affect their health and wellbeing. As a student you must:

4.1 learn how to listen to patients and their carers and communicate effectively withthem in a way they can understand

4.2 learn how to give patients information and advice so they can take part indecisions about their care, including recognising their right to refuse care

4.3 learn how to work in partnership with patients, their carers and others tomanage a patients treatment and care

5. Develop your professional knowledge and competence

At all stages of your pharmacy career you must take responsibility for ensuring your

knowledge and skills are up-to-date and that you maintain your competence. As astudent you must:

5.1 reflect on and develop your professional knowledge and competence throughoutyour course

5.2 recognise and stay within the limits of your competence5.3 make rational and informed decisions

5.4 engage constructively with assessments5.5 ensure you are aware of the continuing professional development

requirements for pharmacists

6. Be honest and trustworthy

The public trust healthcare professionals, and at all times pharmacists must justify thattrust. As a student you must:

6.1 act with honesty and integrity6.2 honour your commitments and take responsibility for your work6.3 not plagiarise the work of others6.4 use research and laboratory data honestly and ethically, seeking permission to

use data as required6.5 supply accurate information in response to lawful requests and update that

information as necessary6.6 respond honestly, openly and courteously to complaints and criticisms

concerning yourself or others

6.7 cooperate with formal investigations about you or others6.8 abide by the rules and regulations of your university and other organisations

linked to your studies

7. Take responsibility for your working practices

Pharmacists, like all healthcare professionals, must take responsibility for their work.As a student you must:

7.1 obey the law and comply with this Code of Conduct7.2 take responsibility for your learning and your actions and work constructively

with others7.3 take responsibility for your own health, especially if it may impact negatively on

other people7.4 tell your university if there is anything that could impair your ability to study


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7.5 ask for help when you need it and respond appropriately7.6 plan and use your time effectively7.7 follow dress codes

7.8 attend classes and conduct yourself appropriately7.9 be punctual7.10 be contactable7.11 ensure you have adequate English language skills

7.12 abide by health and safety requirements

Useful contacts and further reading

If you are unsure about how this Code of Conduct applies to you as a pharmacystudent, contact a member of the pharmacy staff where you are studying.

General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC)

1 Lambeth High StreetLondon SE1 7JN

Tel: 020 7735 9141 Email:[email protected]: http://www.pharmacyregulation.org/

British Pharmaceutical Students Association(BPSA), http://www.bpsa.co.uk/Code of Ethics for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians (GeneralPharmaceutical Council, 2007)

Council of University Heads of Pharmacy(CUHOP), http://www.cuhop.ac.uk/

General Pharmaceutical Council(GPhC), http://www.pharmacyregulation.org

MPharm Student Code of Conduct: a Literature Review(Schaufheutle et al onbehalf of the General Pharmaceutical Council, 2009)

Office of the Independent Adjudicator for Higher Education(OIAHE),http://www.oiahe.org.uk/ [Higher Education complaints in England and Wales]

Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland(PSNI), http://www.psni.org.uk/

Scottish Public Services Ombudsman,http://www.spso.org.uk/ (Higher Educationcomplaints in Scotland)

Student Fitness to Practise Procedures in Schools of Pharmacy (GeneralPharmaceutical Council, 2009)

For detailed information on student support, health and safety requirements, fitness topractise procedures, dress codes, rules and regulations and other course informationcontact your university.

The University Code of Conduct for Pharmacy Students

The University also has a Code of Discipline for students which can be found at

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/registrar/calendar/code-of-discipline.pdf. You shouldfamiliarise yourself with the code.
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CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

All students are required to complete a set number of Continuing ProfessionalDevelopment (CPD) entries in each academic year. In year one this will be 4 and in

subsequent years 6. Full details on how and when to complete your CPD entries will beprovided.

COMPUTING FACILITIES

The School has excellent computing facilities for personal computingand computer aided learning. During the first few weeks of thecourse, you will be taught how to use the word processing andspreadsheet software as well as chemical structure drawingprogrammes, so that you can use these programmes for thepreparation of reports and dissertations. No previous computerexpertise is required and the Student Information Services (ext13333) will be on hand to deal with your queries.

You can access the computer rooms in the Pharmacy School Building from 8.30am 5.00pm Monday to Friday. You will also be able to access the University network

from workstations based in both Cripps Computing Centres South Building, alllibraries, the QMC and all halls of residence.

Computing problems relating to central user area workstations are managed by

Information Services. Problems in the School can be dealt with by the IS Helpline (ext.13333) email:[email protected]

COURSE STRUCTURE

You must accumulate 480 credits over the 4 year MPharm Course in order to qualify foran honours degree in Pharmacy. Each year of the course contributes 120 credits.

All undergraduate courses at the University of Nottingham are modular in structure. Inall years all students follow the same programme of study, as shown in the programmespecification at:http://programmespec.nottingham.ac.uk/nottingham/asp/course_search.asp

A summary of the modules you will take is shown below:

Year 1 - Qualifying Year

Semester Credit Code Title Module Convenor(s)

Autumn 10 B31A02 CompulsoryCellular Biochemistry &

Introductory MicrobiologyC De Moor

Autumn 10 B31A03 Compulsory Physiology & Pharmacology 1 P Smith (BMS)

Full Year 20 B31A08 CompulsoryPharmaceutics 1: Physicochemical

Science & Medicines DesignC Melia

Full Year 15 B31A09 CompulsoryPractical Dispensing & the Science

of Medicines ManufactureC Bosquillon

Full Year 15 B31A10 CompulsoryProfessional Skills 1: Introduction

to Pharmacy PracticeM Boyd / M Smith

Full Year 20 B31A12 CompulsoryPractical Pharmaceutical Chemistry+ Laboratory Studies in Physiology

and PharmacologyJ Aylott/P Smith (BMS)
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Spring 20 B31B02 Compulsory Physiology & Pharmacology 2 S Burr (BMS)

Spring 10 B31B07 CompulsoryPharmaceutical and Biological

Chemistry IC de Matteis


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Year 2 - Part 1 [20% course weighting]

Autumn 10 B32C02 Compulsory Pharmaceutical Microbiology D Heery

Autumn 15 B32C03 Compulsory Physiology & Pharmacology 3 S Chan (BMS)

Autumn 10 B32C05 Compulsory Pharmaceutical Analysis& Spectroscopy P Williams

Autumn 10 B32C07 CompulsoryPharmaceutics 2:

Pharmaceutical TechnologyC Roberts

Full Year 20 B32C08 CompulsoryLaboratory Studies in

Pharmaceutical SciencesC Laughton

Full Year 15 B32C09 CompulsoryConcepts in Medicinal Chemistry

& Drug DiscoveryW Chan

Full Year 15 B32C10 CompulsoryProfessional Skills 2:

Pharmacist-patient partnerships inHealth & Illness

T Shaw

Spring 10 B32D05 Compulsory Biopharmaceutics C Bosquillon

Spring 15 B32D11 Compulsory Physiology & Pharmacology 4 D Kendall (BMS)


Autumn 10 B33E04 Compulsory Nutrition in Health & Disease R Roberts (BMS)

Full Year 15 B33E09 CompulsoryAdvanced Drug Delivery

& Medicines DevelopmentC Melia/S Stolnik/S Allen

Full Year 35 B33E10 CompulsoryProfessional Skills 3: Pharmacy in

PracticeH Boardman/G Paul

Autumn 15 B33E11 Compulsory Molecular Therapeutics S Alexander (BMS)/L Dekker

Full Year 10 B33E12 Compulsory

Drugs from Bench to Bedside APractical Overview of Drug Design,

Synthesis, Evaluation, AdvancedFormulation & Sterile Production

M Garnett

Spring 25 B33F02 Compulsory Disease & the Goals of Treatment M Randall (BMS)

Spring 10 B33F04 CompulsoryToxicology - Clinical, Environmental

& Experimental AspectsJ Fry (BMS)/D Barrett


Full Year 20 B34G12 Compulsory

Immunopharmacology and Clinical

Microbiology V Wilson / L Buttery

Autumn 10 B34G10 Compulsory Biomolecular Therapeutics M Garnett / B Kellam

Autumn 30 B34G11 Compulsory Preparation for Practice L Hicks

Spring 60 B34H09 Optional Extended Research Project N Clarke / J Fry (BMS)

OR

Spring 60 B34H10 Optional External Research Project N Clarke / J Fry (BMS)


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Each module has a module convenorresponsible for the running and administrationof the module. The module convenor is shown in the catalogue of modules:

http://modulecatalogue.nottingham.ac.uk/nottingham/ and the module profile:

In the module profile you will also see the number of hours of contact time, directedstudy and personal or non-directed study associated with that module:

Contact time is the time you will spend in lectures, workshops or practicals. Directed study is the time you will spend doing work outside of class but set by the

member of staff responsible for the module (e.g. writing-up lab reports, readingspecific references).

Personal study is reading around a subject and consolidating your knowledge of aparticular area.

All modules have a code made up as follows:

B3 for pharmacy1, 2, 3 or 4 for the year of studyA-H for the semester of study01 etc an identification code

Any queries relating to modules should be addressed to the module convenor. Queriesabout individual lectures or practical classes should be addressed to the member ofstaff concerned with these classes.

COURSEWORK

Some modules are assessed by coursework. This usually takes the form of a practicalreport or an essay. The member of staff responsible for setting a piece of work willnormally tell you when you can expect the work to be returned to you. Typically thiswill be within two weeks of the hand-in date.

It is important that you hand work in on time. Work handed in late without prioragreement will be subject to a penalty. The standard University penalty for latesubmission is 5% per normal working day, until the mark reaches zero. Normal workingdays include vacation periods, but not weekends or public holidays.

COUNSELLING SERVICE

If you have a problem you would prefer to discuss with someone otherthan your tutor the University has a Counselling Service staffed by

professional counsellors. http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/counselling/ ortel 0115 9513695.
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DATES

Academic Sessions 2011 2012

TERM DATES

Autumn Monday 26 September 2011 Friday 16 December 2011

Spring Monday 16 January 2012 Friday 30 March 2012

Summer Monday 30 April 2012 Friday 22 June 2012

SEMESTER DATES

Autumn Monday 26 September 2011 Saturday 28 January 2012

Spring Monday 30 January 2012 Friday 22 June 2012

BANK HOLIDAYS please note the University will be CLOSED on theseoccasions

Christmas 2011 Friday 23 December 2011 Monday 2 January 2012(inclusive)

Easter Friday 6 April 2012Saturday 7 April 2012

Sunday 8 April 2012Monday 9 April 2012Tuesday 10 April 2012

Early Spring Monday 7 May 2012

Late Spring Monday 4 June 2012Tuesday 5 June 2012

Late Summer Monday 27 August 2012

Exam Dates

(Provisional)

Monday 16 Jan Saturday 28 Jan 2012 (inc Sat 21 Jan)

Monday 21 May Saturday 9 June 2012 (inc Sat 26 May & 02June)

Monday 20 Aug Wednesday 29 Aug 2012 (exc Sat 25 Aug)

Regulations require students to be at the University throughout the fullperiod of each term, including the first and last days.


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DISABILITIES AND DYSLEXIA

The University of Nottingham is committed to promoting access for students who havea disability, dyslexia and/or a long-term medical condition. The support services

provided aim to enable students to fulfil the inherent requirements of the course asindependently as possible.

The Universitys Disability Plan for Students, Disability Equality Scheme, DisabilityStatement and [dis]Ability Directory, which lists all the provision available at theUniversity, can be accessed from the Disability Policy Advisory Unit:www.nottingham.ac.uk/disability

What weneed youto do .While not compulsory, it is your responsibility to ensure that the University is aware of

your individual requirements. If you have a disability, specific learning difficulty (suchas dyslexia) or long-term medical condition, you are urged to inform the SchoolsDisability Liaison Officer (see below) and/or your personal tutor. The School ensuresthat personal information remains confidential but that information regarding necessary

support is shared on a need to know basis. Letting us know what you might need at an

early stage will help us to help you.

What wecan offer you..

Once you contact your DLO or personal tutor you will be referred to AcademicSupport. Academic Support, in the Student Services Centre, Portland Building onUniversity Park, includes the Disability and Dyslexia Support teams, and offers a rangeof academic and practical support for all students. It incorporates a recognised ACCESSCentre for those who wish to apply for Disabled Students Allowances, carrying out theassessments required by the Student Loans Company (SLC), your Local Authority orfunding body. Academic Support is also responsible for making recommendations for

alternative arrangements such as those required in examinations, assessments and fortimetabling. Assistance can also be given with regard to queries about adapted

accommodation and University provision of accessible transport.

Contact details are:

Tel: +44 (0) 115 951 3710email: [email protected]: www.nottingham.ac.uk/as

School Disability Liaison Officer (DLO)

The DLOfor the School of Pharmacy is Tracey York (Tel: 0115 8468456, Fax 01159515078, email:[email protected].

EMAILS

Each student is provided with a University e-mailaccount. It is important that you check your e-mails on aregular basis as this is the best way for us to tell you

about changes to the timetable, events in school,collection of marked work, etc.

Once you have registered with the University, yourusername and password will be provided to you.
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ePARS (Electronic Personal and Academic Records)

The School of Pharmacy uses the University ePAR system, which is an electronicresource that allows you to build up a record of your personal and academic

achievements over the course of your studies. It also provides a record of your tutorialmeetings with your personal tutor. You will receive information about this systemduring your first week in the School.

EQUALITY & DIVERSITY

The University has developed an Equality and Diversity Framework which consists ofour Equality and Diversity Committee, supported by Staff and Student Advisory Groups.They advise on issues of disability, gender, race, age, sexual orientation and religiousbelief. There are also a number of staff networks and student societies which form partof the consultative framework. This framework helps the University achieve its aim ofimproving and developing equality and diversity.

To fulfil its commitment the University has set up a network of Dignity Advisors who

have received training to help you deal with situations should they arise. You arewelcome to consult an advisor at any time. Details can be found at

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/hr/equality-diversity/index.html

EXAMINATIONS

Details of exam periods, useful information and answers to frequentlyasked questions about exams can be found at:http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/courses-office/. Information specific topharmacy students can be found on the Pharmacy student intranet.Helpful advice on examination technique and on revision can be foundon the Student Intranet - Guide to Study Skills:http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pathways.

Timing

Examinations are held at the end of each semester (January and May). The timing ofUniversity examinations is not open to negotiation but there is an obligation placed onyou to report unintentional clashes in the programme. Such clashes should be reportedto the Student Office. However, any student may request(for example, on religious

grounds) that an examination is not held on a given day. The University ExaminationsOfficer, given sufficient notice, will bear such factors in mind in the preparation of the

timetable.

A candidate who is unable to progress to the next stage of the course at the end of theyear will have one opportunity to re-sit those assessments considered necessary by theExaminers. The resit exam period is in late August/early September each year.
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Rubric

The specific instructions for each examination paper (the rubric) will be published

before the examination period. The normal calculator rubric is as follows:

Only silent, self-contained calculators with a Single LineDisplay or Dual-Line Display are permitted in this examination.

Where permitted you may use electronic calculators in module examinations providingthey comply with the instructions on the rubric. The term "calculator" in this contextincludes graphical calculators. The use of an inappropriate calculator will be consideredas misconduct. Visual checks to ensure that calculators satisfy these requirements willbe undertaken by the invigilators during the examination.

With regard to general electronic devices, the following rubric is enforced:

No electronic devices capable of storing and retrieving text,including electronic dictionaries, may be used.

You should be aware that certain examinations do not permit the removal of theexamination paper. READ the rubric carefully.

Dictionaries are not allowed with the exception of those whose first language is notEnglish who may use a dictionary to translate between that language and Englishprovided that neither language is the subject of the examination.

First, Second & Third Year ExaminationsBefore proceeding to the 2nd, 3rdor 4thyear of the MPharm course you must satisfy the

examiners in all modules studied in your current year.The pass mark for most modules is 40% except for some elements of B33E05 MolecularPhamacology and B33E10 Professional Skills 3. Although marks will be available fromthe Autumn Semester diet of examinations, the effect of any marks below 40% cannotbe accurately assessed until the Spring Semester examinations are complete.Remember Autumn Semester marks released in February are provisional andmarks may be modified, following consultations with the External Examinersin June.An interpretation of the Regulations for the MPharm degree follows, but it cannotprevail over the text of the Regulations themselves.1 A student must accumulate 120 credits before proceeding to the next year.

These credits are obtained by pass marks in examinations and assessments. Itdoes not always follow that marks below 40% prevent progression, ascompensation is allowed for some modules (see 2 and 3 below).

2 A pass mark must be obtained in all practical and professional modules;

compensation is not permitted. Failure in these modules may mean a repeat ofthe whole of the year.

3 Compensation rules:i. Module marks in the band 35-39%

These are compensated ifthe overall weighted average (see Note) fromall modules (excluding non-compensatable modules) equals 45% orgreater and failed modules (over both semesters), including practicalmodules, do not total more than 25 credits.


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If there are more than 25 credits of failed modules (including non-compensatable modules) all failed modules must be re-examined.If the average from compensatable modules is below 45% then all

modules with marks below 40% must be re-examined.ii. Module marks below 35% cannot be compensated: re-examination is

necessary.[Note:e.g. the weighted average mark of two 5 credit modules with marks of 45% and

35%, and one 10 credit module of 60%, is 50%; i.e. (45x5+35x5+60x10)/20.Since the results are published within the University in term time, neither the Universitynor the School will take any further steps to inform you of your results . In the event ofa resit examination being required for a module or modules, it is your responsibility to

make arrangements to see your Tutor for discussions. Details of arrangements for resitexaminations are published through the Student Portal.Fourth Year ExaminationsThe fourth year (Part III) of the MPharm course will provide the final 120 creditsrequired to complete the degree programme.

An interpretation of the Regulations for the MPharm degree follows, but it cannotprevail over the text of the Regulations themselves.1 You must accumulate 120 credits from the fourth year assessments (making 480

in total from the 4 years) before proceeding to the award of a degree. Thesecredits are obtained by pass marks in written examinations and in continuouslyassessed work. It does not follow that marks below 40% prevent progression tograduation. Compensation is allowed for some modules (see 2 below).

2 Compensation rules:These rules operate if the overall weighted average (see Note) from all

compensatable modules is greater than 45% and failed modules (over bothsemesters) do not total more than 25 credits.If the total credit rating of the failed modules exceeds 25, all failed modulesmust be re-examined.If the overall compensatable average is below 45% then all modules with marksbelow 40% must be re-examined.Module marks below 35% are not compensated: re-examination is necessary.Degree Classification:Of the three methods approved by the University for the classification ofdegrees, the School of Pharmacy uses Model 1 (arithmetic mean). Seehttp://www.nottingham.ac.uk/quality-manual/assessment/degree-class.htm for

details. Borderline candidates are those who have a final weighted averagemark of 1% below the minimum final mark as outlined in the Quality Manuals

entry on degree classification (see link above). Such candidates will normallybe considered for automatic promotion if they have at least 90 credits of

modules at the higher degree classification level in their final year. Inaddition, Regulation 26b of the Regulations for Undergraduate Courses may be
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used for candidates who are outside of the borderline, but who have unspentsevere ECs which may have affected their final mark. In such cases, thesecandidates may be offered a viva voce examination to determine degree

classification.

When a module has been re-examined, the mark obtained at the first sitting(not theresit mark) will be used for the classification of the degree awarded.The weighted average mark from years 2, 3 and 4 is used to determine degreeclassification:

>70% First Class69-60% Second Class Division One59-50% Second Class Division Two49-40% Third Class

EXAMINERS

The internal examiners (your lecturers) are responsible for setting examinations andcoursework. All examination papers and methods of assessment are sent to

nominated external examiners for their approval and to ensure comparability with otherpharmacy degree courses in the UK.

The internal examiners are responsible for marking. A proportion of examination

scripts and coursework is moderated to ensure comparability. For some modules allthe coursework (e.g. dissertations, projects) is moderated to avoid bias.

The external examiners visit the School after scripts have been marked, to check that

assessments are consistent and maintained to a proper standard. They give specialconsideration to potential failures, and to candidates in the final year whoseperformance leaves them on a borderline between degree classifications.

In some cases, the external examiners will interview candidates (See viva voceexaminations). The internal and external examiners attend examiners meetings toallow full consideration of all results. Medical and other extenuating circumstances will

always be taken into account. At this meeting, the examiners will discuss and agreethe results, which will then be announced as soon as possible, usually within two days.

EXAM RESULTS

You will be advised of your provisional exam results by means of a transcript of marksand through the portal. You will collect your transcript from your tutor who will then beavailable for discussion and advice.

Students who successfully pass all assessments will then proceed to the next year.Should you fail an assessment, compensation rules may allow you to proceed without aresit. Full details of the compensation rules are given above and on the exams section

of the pharmacy student intranet.

EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES

Occasionally you may need to hand in work late, miss an examination orassessment, or may have reasons for performing poorly in an examination

or a module. Common reasons are due to illness, bereavement or acute

personal emotional circumstances.

In all such cases, you must complete an Extenuating Circumstances Form

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or deadline at the latest. All claims must be supported by independent, reliable,documentary evidence.

In the case of extensions to coursework deadlines, the member of staff responsible forthe piece of work can agree an extension on receipt of the form and evidence, ifappropriate. In the case of exams, the School can agree that you should be given theopportunity to take the exam(s) again as if for the first time. For extenuating

circumstances relating to practicals see Attendance at Practical Classes.

The full procedure for Extenuating Circumstances, a link to the Form, and a list ofexamples of unacceptable circumstances can be found at:

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/quality-manual/assessment/pro-guid-ext-cir.htm

If you have any queries or want to discuss a possible claim for extenuatingcircumstances, please contact your tutor or Sylvia Atkinson in the Student Office.

FEES

FINANCE & FUNDING

University Assistance

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/student-support/student_crisis.htmIf you experience financial difficulties please discuss your situation with a staff memberfrom Financial Support in the Student Services Centre. They run drop-in sessions everyweekday between 1pm and 5pm in the Student Services Centre, Portland Building.http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/student-support/ALF.htmFIRST AIDERS

There are a number of trained first aiders located in all the School of Pharmacy

Buildings, you will see numerous GREEN signs around the buildings with details of whoto contact in the event of an emergency.

FIRE ALARM

All members of the School must ensure they know the positionsof the nearest fire alarm call point, internal and externaltelephones, fire extinguishers and exit routes. They must knowthe actions to take on discovering a fire and on hearing the fire

alarm. (The fire alarm sound is a continuous tone.

In the teaching building there is also an alert tone consisting of a repeated single tone,which means prepare to leave the building if necessary)

For information on tuition fees and how to pay them, seehttp://www.nottingham.ac.uk/finance/tuition_fees.html
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The fire alarm system is tested by the Estates Office each week at 9.15 on Tuesdaymorning in the Pharmacy School Building and 11.20 on Wednesday morning in theBoots Science Building. A fire drill to test the School's procedures will be held at least

annually.

Fire Alarm Signals

IF YOU HEAR A SINGLE CONTINUOUS TONE - This is anEvacuation signal.

Actions in the Event of FireActivate the alarm system. Dial 8888 (0115 951 8888 from an external or mobilephone) on the nearest internal telephone. Inform Security of the location of the fire. Ifnot exposed to danger use an appropriate fire extinguisher only if trained to do so,

otherwise evacuate the building immediately - Do not use lifts. If practicable, switchoff gas taps and live electrical devices and shut all windows. Pull down the sash onfume hoods. Walk out in an orderly manner via the nearestexit or fire exit, closing(not locking) all doors behind you. DO NOT stop to collect personal belongings. The

senior person present should assume control of the situation ensuring safe evacuationfrom the area of all persons present and be prepared to warn the Emergency Servicesof known special hazards. Assemble at the assembly point. Act in a manner that will not

impede the work of the Fire Brigade or other emergency services.

Do not attempt to return to the building until instructed that it is safe to do so by theevacuation co-ordinator or senior member of the university staff.

Assembly Points:

School of Pharmacy

Building:

Biological Sciences Car Park;

behind lecture theatres

Boots Science Building: Car Park behind the Boots Science Building

GRADUATION

Graduation ceremonies are a formal occasion to celebrate yourachievement. All ceremonies are held in the Sports Hall, UniversityPark when this is transformed into a ceremonial venue. Eachceremony lasts about one and a quarter hours. The University of

Nottingham has two graduation periods, one in July and one inDecember, depending on the nature of your course. Moreinformation will be sent to you when you complete your course.

HEALTH INFORMATION

NHSAll international and EU students who are on a course of six months or longer are

eligible to register with the National Health Service. Once you have registered with theHealth Service, most treatment is free. However, charges are made for prescriptions,dental care and optical checks. If you are facing ongoing costs for medication and arefinding the additional costs for prescriptions hard to meet it is possible to apply for


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financial help on an HC1 form. A guide from the International Office entitled UsingHealth Services in the UK will explain this.http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/international/future_students/offer_holders/health_matt

ers.php

Students from EEA member states who are here for less than 6 months should carryyour European Health Card (EHC).

On-Campus FacilitiesThe Cripps Health Centre (currently four female and five male doctors) is anindependent NHS general practice, offering a full range of general medical services byappointment. Commonly, these doctors will be known as General Practitioners or GPs.There is also a Pharmacy for dispensing prescriptions and a Dental Department forroutine and emergency treatment.

Non NHS Medical ServicesAs well as the full NHS facilities, Cripps Health Centre also offers additional servicesthat are not part of the NHS for which a fee will be charged. These services includesome travel vaccinations, or medical examinations required for employment purposes

or sports medicals. Details of these services and the fees are available at the HealthCentre reception.

Cripps Dental CentreOffers quality general dental services to students and their families. Students under

the age of 19 receive free NHS dental treatment.

You need to register with the dental centre every year to qualify for NHS care and toaccess their emergency service. Registration is free, please visit the practice and fill in

a form.

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Mrs Sylvia Atkinson is the International Student Liaison Officer and will help integrate

international students into the academic and social life of the School. She will offerhelpto deal with any problems which cannot be addressed by your personal tutor.

The Universitys International Office can also provide assistance and advice,

for example; visa issues. The web address is:http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/international

When the Health Centre is closed, emergency cover for urgent problems isavailable to registered patients. This can be accessed by telephoning theHealth Centre (Telephone : 0115 846 8888) .

Cripps Health Centre, Tel. 0115 846 8888, Mon Fri 8.30am 6.00pm, Sat10.00am 12.00noon. www.nottingham.ac.uk/current/cripps-health-centre.phtml

Cripps Dental Care, Tel. 0115 950 6781 or 0115 951 3099, Mon 8.30am 7.30pm,Tue Thu 8.30am 5.30pm, Fri 8.30am 4.30pm.www.nottingham.ac.uk/current/cripps-dental-centre.phtml
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LEARNING COMMUNITY FORUM (LCF)

Students are represented on the Schools Learning Community Forum (LCF), whichreports to the Teaching Committee. The SSFC comprises two student representatives

from each year, an international student representative, the Nottingham studentrepresentative of the PharmSoc, a representative from the Malaysia campus studentsand four academic members of staff from the various subject areas. Other membersare the Student Administration Manager, IT Officer and senior technical staff. TheCommittee meets three times a year and provides a forum at which students and staffalike can air views and discuss issues relating to teaching, the School, and studentwelfare.

Student representatives are selected by the students and will seek general opinion onmatters for discussion by this Committee. Students are asked to contact their year repabout any aspect of the School they feel may be relevant.

Since the LCF only meets three times a year, urgent matters should be addressed toyour tutor, module convenor or the undergraduate services manager.

Your input into the School is important for its effectiveness, efficiency and general well-being. If you have any feedback or suggestions please make them known through theLCF, your personal tutor or online at:

http://workspace.nottingham.ac.uk/display/LCForum/Pharmacy+Forum.

LECTURES

It is important that you do not disrupt lectures or other classes. Talking in lectures isclearly rude and inconsiderate of the needs of other students. It is also much more

disruptive than you might think. If classes are disrupted to the detriment of otherstudents, then staff can require you to leave the class and will report the matter to theHead of School.

Please also note that mobile phones must be switched OFF during lectures, tutorialsand practical classes. Not only are they disruptive when left on, but in practical classesthey are potentially hazardous (see Safety Section).

The vast majority of our classes run smoothly and without disruption; please help us tohelp you have a happy and productive time here by having due regard for your fellow

students and staff.

Students sometimes wish to record lectures. As a matter of courtesy, please check

with the individual lecturer prior to the session.

LIBRARY FACILITIES

The University has excellent library facilities. Prior to arriving in theSchool you will have been given access to a book list. Other books or

recommended texts will be mentioned as the course progresses. Alltexts associated with the course are listed in the Module Handbook,or other course documentation. Some books will be used extensivelyas supplementary reading material and you are encouraged to

purchase your own copy. We know books are expensive and you are

expected to buy only those that are essential. If you are asked to buy a book, do soimmediately and get maximum use from it. Sharing the cost of a book with yourcolleagues may be an economical way of buying an expensive text. Several copies ofthe recommended texts used on the Pharmacy course are available on short-term loan


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from the George Green Science Library and the Greenfield Medical Library, but theseare normally heavily used and you may have to go on a long waiting list to obtainthem.

The PharmSoc occasionally arranges sales of second hand books in the School. Speakto a PharmSoc rep if you are interested.

Library staff are very helpful. If you have any questions about the library facilities, justask.

MALAYSIA STUDY ABROAD

Studying abroad provides you with the opportunity to liveand learn in a different country and culture, to improvelanguage skills and your CV and gain a differentperspective on your degree subject.

The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus opened in September 2000 and the new

purpose-built campus opened in September 2005. The Malaysia campus currently has

approximately 3500 students from more than 50 countries. The campus is located on a101-acre site near Semenyih, 35km south of Kuala Lumpur. The campus provides a

high-quality living environment for students in addition to state-of-the-art teaching andlearning facilities. Accommodation is available on the campus and transport is availablefrom the campus to the nearest bus and rail stations providing easy access to KualaLumpur and the surrounding region. A sports facility with swimming pool and gym is a

central part of the student leisure facilities along with a student association buildingwhich includes a food hall and shops.

We will be arranging a presentation and inviting you to a Study Abroad Fair inNovember of your first year when you will have the opportunity to meet members ofthe Study Abroad Team and ask questions about studying for a semester or a year at

our Malaysia Campus.

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/internationaloffice/current-students/study-abroad/index.aspx

NOTICEBOARDS

You should check the School notice boards regularly. These arelocated in the Student Office area on Floor A of the PharmacySchool Building.

About one third of your teaching will be provided by staff in theSchool of Biomedical Sciences and you should therefore check

pharmacy student notice boards in that School too. They arelocated on floor C in the Medical School.

OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATION

If you require any official documentation, i.e. proof of study, when you started yourcourse etc can be obtained from Student Services.

Student Services Centre, Tel. 0115 9513710, Mon Fri 9.30am 5.00pm

Email:[email protected]
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OVERSEAS RESIT EXAMINATIONS

International Students can apply to take resit exams at the Universitys Campus inMalaysia. Permission will only be granted if the exam(s) can be scheduled to coincidewith the Nottingham sitting. This is not always possible because of the time differencebetween the two campuses. Information on how to apply can be found at

http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/academicservices/currentstudents/examinations/overseas-examinations/overseasexaminationarrangements.aspx

PATHWAYS WEBSITE

An excellent website which gives quick answers to any questions you may have fromhow to study to where you can find booklists etc.http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pathways/

PERSONAL TUTORS

On arrival in the School, each student is assigned a personal academic tutor. Yourtutor usually remains the same during your four year degree course, and will take an

interest in your academic and personal development during this time. S/he willeventually be responsible for providing your academic reference. Tutors also provide avaluable channel of communication between student and staff.

Meetings with your personal tutor are timetabled but if you have a problem, don'twait, contact him/her immediately. All staff operate an open door policy. They havean email address and sending them a message is a reliable way of communication. Ifyour tutor is unable to resolve a difficulty, s/he will be able to point you in the directionof someone who can.

If difficulties arise between you and your personal tutor that you are unable to resolve,

you should inform Dr Lee Buttery, the Schools Senior Tutor.

Queries about individual lectures, practical classes or academic work are best

addressed to the member of staff concerned with that module. However any memberof staff is willing to help you if you are in need of assistance or advice.

Don't be afraid to ask!

PLAGIARISM

The University regards such acts as cheating, plagiarism and the fabrication of resultsas serious academic offences. It is an academic offence for a student to commit anyact whereby he or she gains or attempts to gain an unpermitted academic advantagewith intent to do so.

The Universitys Academic Offences Policy and Procedure can be found atwww.nottingham.ac.uk/quality-manual/assessment/offences.htm.

You should read these guidance notes in conjunction with the full policy and procedure.

What is Plagiarism?

Plagiarism is using another persons work and submitting it with the intent that itshould be taken as your own.
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This includes copying from, for example, a fellow student, books, research papers orwebsites.

How Do I Avoid Plagiarism?

DO NOT COPY! Reference your work - quote all sources of information Whilst you are encouraged to work with colleagues, any work you submit must be an

individual effort. Unless you have been specifically asked to produce a group report,your write-up must be your own.

Providing colleagues with results is plagiarism. Both the plagiariser(s) and thedonor(s) may receive a zero mark. Experimental results must not be passed fromone group or individual to another group or individual without the permission of themember of staff responsible for the laboratory.

Referencing Guidelines

1. The sources of your information should be cited in the text and full citationslisted at the end of the dissertation.

2. All figures and tables should have a title and be referred to from the body of thetext they are not freestanding items!

3. The source of the information in tables should be clearly indicated.4. You should draw your own figures (with an acknowledgement if appropriate) and

not photocopy them from textbooks.

5. Each piece of information must be referenced, eg Robinson et al(1970) reportedthat aspirin caused gastric bleeding. This can be done in either of two ways:

a. By authors name(s), eg Robinson, AH, Churchill, W & Fitzwilliam, AW(1970). Effects of aspirin on gastric bleeding. Br J Pharmacology, 20,

120-125.

b. By using numbers for each reference (eg it has been reported that aspirincauses gastric bleeding [1]).

6. In terms of textural referencing, et al (in italics) is used if there are 3 or moreauthors; otherwise 1 or 2 authors are cited in the text (Robinson or Robinson &

Another).

7. Where information is generally accepted (eg general textbook material) then youshould put a general reference at the end of the paragraph, eg see Rang et al,1999.

8. Do not copy sentences. If you must then place the words in quotation marksand reference them.

9. Compile a reference list as you go along.10. References should include:

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11. References given at the end of your work must be in a standard format, eg: Robinson, AH, Churchill, W & Fitzwilliam, AW (1970). Effects of aspirin on

gastric bleeding. Br J Pharmacology, 20, 120-125.

(Note the standard abbreviation of the Journal, which is the British Journal ofPharmacology.)

Book citations are different:

Rang, JP, Dale MM, Ritter JM (1995) Pharmacology, p509, Edinburgh:Churchill Livingstone.

PODCASTS

A podcast is a series of digital-media files (audio or video) which are distributed overthe Internet for playback on portable media players (e.g. iPods, MP3 players) andcomputers. Within the university podcasts are used by some academic staff as apermanent record of teaching sessions, and to allow students to review material againat a later date to assist with revision/learning or as preparatory information prior to a

teaching session.

PORTAL

You can access the student portal through the Universitys website or at

http://my.nottingham.ac.uk. You will find lots of information there which is regularlyupdated, so please keep checking. If your personal details change (e.g. name andterm-time address and telephone numbers) please update your record in the StudentPortal.

PRE-REGISTRATION TRAINING, CAREERS

WORKSHOPS & VISITS by POTENTIALEMPLOYERS

Pre-Registration ApplicationsThe School is not responsible for obtaining pre-registration employment on behalf ofstudents but it is committed to helping you to find the most appropriate trainingenvironment.

Each year an afternoon in school is dedicated to providing information about pre-registration. Clinical Teachers and members of staff give short lectures on employmentprocedures and opportunities. A member of staff from the GPHC Education Divisionattends the event to detail the procedures of the pre-registration process.

The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC) provides valuable information on pre-

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Visits by Potential Employers

Each year the School hosts a Pre-Registration fair for community and hospitalpharmacy. These events are well represented with attendance by potential employers

from both sectors. Third year students are provided with information and can attendpresentations by the companies and have an opportunity to discuss recruitment. Thisvisit usually takes place during March/April each year.

Most of the companies hold interviews in the School in September (beginning of your4th year) during the first week of term before teaching begins. Details of applicationand interview arrangements for those companies not visiting the School will also be

provided.

Recruitment into hospital pharmacy is via a Clearing House. Details of applicationprocedures are available on the web site through a link on The School of Pharmacy

home page. Forms are electronically completed. Interviews for placements in Englandand Wales usually take place in September and arrangements are made directlybetween the hospital and the candidate.

Industrial Placements

Pre-registration vacancies in industry are limited in number. Individual companies mayapproach the School with available vacancies. The Industrial Pharmacists Group (IPG)visits the School once a year to give a series of presentations to 3rd and 4th years on

future careers.

Preparing your applications for pre-registration training starts towards the end of thethird year (or a little earlier in the case of hospital placements in Scotland).

NB: a number of interviews will take place over the summer vacation and itis important to make an early application.

TRAVEL TO PLACEMENTS

Students are encouraged to use public transport when travellingto/from a placement and must meet their own expenses.

If you chose to use your own car to drive to/from a placement youmust first contact your insurer to ensure that you have the correctinsurance in place. If you are involved in any accidents whilst

travelling to or from a placement, claims must be dealt with throughyour own insurance.

Dress Code for Placements

Students must dress appropriately for professional visits and activities e.g. collaredshirt, appropriate length and cut of skirt or dress, smart trousers; no jeans, flip-flops,etc.

Hospital Ward Visits: Most hospital trusts will have an infection control policy in placewhich requires member of staff and visitors who are in a training capacity (such asstudents) to adhere to this policy. These include specific dress codes, such as the

requirement to be bare below the elbow.

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When you arrive at the School of Pharmacy you will be given a credit of 6, furtherprint credit can be purchased from the Student Office. There are a number of

computers and printers available to use within the School of Pharmacy.

PRIZES

The School has a number of academic prizes donated by industry,community pharmacy and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.These are awarded annually at the end of the academic yearfollowing examination results.

REGISTRATION AS A PHARMACIST

On the 27thSeptember 2010, the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) became theregulator for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and registered pharmacy premises. To

work as a pharmacist and to call yourself a pharmacist, you must register with theGPhC. Part of the registration requirements of the GPhC are education requirementsand the GPhC has agreed that there should be completion time limits for anyoneentering Pre-registration from 2011 onwards. This applies to anyone studying currently

for an accredited MPharm. The reason for the time limit is to ensure the link betweenyour course and Pre-registration training is preserved and that your knowledge andskills are current when you apply to register.

The normal maximum time period for you to apply to register as a pharmacist is eight

calendar years from the day you first enrolled on your MPharm. In the eight years youmust do the following:

1. Pass your MPharm; and2. Pass Pre-registration; and3. Pass the Registration Assessment (previously known as the Registration

Examination); and4. Apply to register as a pharmacist.

The maximum number of attempts at the Registration Assessment is three.The GPhC may consider extending the eight year maximum time period but only ifthere are documented extenuating circumstances. Extenuating circumstances caninclude:

1. Extended periods of illness;2. Compassionate leave;3. Maternity/paternity leave;4. Part time study;5. Reasonable adjustments to accommodate a disability but only if the reasonable

adjustment is agreed in advance;

6. Operational tours with the Territorial Army.This list is not exhaustive.

Extenuating circumstances does not include:

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This list is not exhaustive.

Before being registered, you will have to comply with other requirements including

fitness to practise and health requirements. Full details will be sent to you when youapply to register. (In addition you will have to comply with health and fitness topractise requirements as a student and as a Pre-registration trainee.)

Should you require further information on the GPhCs education and trainingrequirements for initial registration please contact the GPhC. Contact details can befound on the GPhCs website:www.pharmacyregulation.org.

RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCE

Students who are unable to take examinations on a particular day during the publishedexamination periods for reasons of religious observance (e.g. Sabbath, Friday Prayers)should complete a Religious Observance Form by the published deadlines. The Form isavailable on the web or from the Student Office. The University will make every effortto avoid the times/dates in students requests. However, this may not be possible owing

to the logistical difficulties of exam scheduling.

RESIT EXAMINATIONS

If you have failed modules and cannot progress to the next year of your course via thecompensation rules (see Exams section), then you will be given one opportunity to resitall failed modules.

For modules assessed by examination, these will be held in the University resit periodin late August/early September. For modules assessed by coursework, work will be setin discussion with the module convener. For practical modules, reassessment may

result in you having to repeat the module with attendance, and so delay progression forone year.

Following resit examinations the better of the original or resit mark is used todetermine progression.

RESOURCE ROOM

There is a student resource room (B04) available for the use of all MPharm students onB Floor of the Pharmacy School Building.

SAFETY

The School takes the Safety of its students very seriously. You will attend a safetyinduction session in your first week where a more comprehensive Safety Handbook willbe given to you. It is important that you take responsibility for your own safety, andfor the safety of others who may be damaged by your actions. Please ask questions ifyou are unsure about the right way to do something or if you do

not understand instructions given to you.

SAFETYspectacles and lab coats MUSTbe worn whenever youare in the laboratory.
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Allergies, Sensitivities and Skin Complaints

If you have any allergies, we ask you to make a member of staff aware of them. You

should inform Tracey York ([email protected]) in the first instance. Thisinformation will be treated confidentially wherever possible.

Mobile Phones

Mobile phones and pagers MUST be switched off in ALL classes. In practicalclasses they are not only disruptive but present a number of potential hazards:

interference of phone signal with scientific equipment in the laboratory. ignition hazard from internal sparks in the presence of flammable solvents. contamination by chemicals etc. either through handling, or by being left on

workbenches.

Interference and electrical disruption to network equipment in computer userareas.

Failure to follow these rules may result in you being asked to leave a class.SMARTCARD

When you have registered with the University you will be issued with a smartcardwhich will allow you to access the School of Pharmacy building and the universitylibraries. For more information please visit:http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/universitycard/

STUDENT NAME BADGES

At the start of the MPharm course you will be given a personalised name badge. Thebadge must be worn to all of your placements in years 1, 2 and 3 and when you meetpatients in year 4. It is therefore important that you look after your name badge andkeep it in a safe place as new badges will not automatically be re-issued at the start ofevery year.

STUDENT OFFICE

Opening Hours: 9.00 am 5.00 pm

The Student Office on Floor A of the Pharmacy School Building should be your first portofcall if you have any queries or concerns. You can call in between 9.00 am and 5.00pm Monday Friday or you can phone 0115 951 5051 or email [email protected].

As well as providing information and advice, we receive work being handed in anddistribute marked course work and other pieces of information.
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Student Office Team

Name

Jane Smith Student Services & Programmes Manager

Sylvia Atkinson Undergraduate Services Manager

Tracey York Student Office Administrator/Disability Liaison Officer

Caraline Stevenson Undergraduate Administrator

Lianne Grant Course Administrator

Shiranthi Kulatilake Recruitment Administrator

Branka Whitmore Postgraduate Administrator

All staff can be contacted by email, using [email protected]

STUDENT SERVICES CENTRE

The Student Services Centre is open every day between 9.30am and 5.00pm Monday toFriday during term-time. The service runs on an informal, drop-in basis and offersadvice and information on all student issues including academic appeals andcomplaints, tuition fees, bursaries, changing course, council tax and tenants rights. Aswell as professional and friendly staff the Advice Centre is also home to the Students

Union Welfare, Education and Inter-site Officers, along with the Inter-site SupportWorker.

STUDENTS UNION

The Students Union mission statement

To improve the experience of student life by providing representation developmentopportunities and quality services for all our members.

What They do

The Students Union represents over 32,000 students from over 140 different countriesin the UK.They support 200 societies and 77 sports clubs as well as a theatre, magazine(Impact), award winning student-run radio station (URN) and TV station (NUTS). Thestudent fund-raising organisation, Karnival, is probably the largest in Europe and raisedan enormous 1.2 million for good causes in 2009. The Students Union also placesover 2,000 volunteers through their Student Volunteer Centre.

To help you enjoy the social side of university life, the Students Union runs events atlocal night clubs and at our own venues, Mooch and The Den. For more day to day

needs, there are Students Union shops at a number ofsites and their own print shop.For more information visit:http://www.su.nottingham.ac.uk

Student Services Centre, Tel. 0115 9513710, Mon Fri 9.30am 5.00pmEmail:[email protected]
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SUMMER JOBS

Make the most of your vacation time. Arrange to do vacation work, preferably in someaspect of pharmacy. Talks for students concerning summer jobs will be organised by

ClinicalTeacher Practitioners during the first semester.

International students should contact the International Office for advice about vacationwork.

TEACHING METHODS

You may ask questions during or at the end of a lecture, or by contacting the memberof staff at some other time. It is important to sort out any problems asthey arise. All staff are anxious to help but remember, the onus is onyou to ask.

Lectures are used as the main method of teaching large groups of

students and in general are scheduled to last for 50 mins. A lecture

provides you with less than half the credit time. The remainder isallocated for private study. You will be expected to broaden your

knowledge by using recommended texts and by library study. Occasionally you will betaught by research fellows or visiting members of staff. These experts teachspecialised topics in certain subject areas.

Tutorials are discussion sessions undertaken on a one to one basis or in small groupswith a member of academic staff. The tutor may ask you to prepare a certain topic fordiscussion at the session. Some tutorials are designed to improve your oral

presentation and communication skills.

Workshops involve larger groups of students (approx 20) and often with more than

one member of staff. Students are usually given problems to solve during the class;there may be preparation work beforehand. You can also use tutorial and workshoptime to consult and discuss other areas or topics with members of staff.

Practical classes are designed to emphasise aspects of the theory course taught in

lectures and tutorials and to improve your practical skills. An academic member of staffwill supervise your practical sessions with help from postgraduate studentdemonstrators. A report of the practical class prepared either during the class, or in

your own time, is normally used for assessment of the practical modules.

PLEASE NOTE: Safety spectacles and laboratory coats must be worn whenever youare in the laboratory.

Dispensing classes take place in the first and third years.

During the first year, you will formulate pharmaceuticalproducts, learning the functions of pharmaceuticalingredients, principles of formulation, and manufacturingtechniques for non-sterile dosage forms. In the third yeardispensing and pharmacy practice classes, you will applyprinciples of law, ethics and counselling skills in thesupply of medicines against prescriptions, signed orders and inresponse to patient requests for advice on common ailments.

Computer Aided Learning (CAL) courseware may be used instead of lectures or maybe employed to augment or reinforce material presented in lectures, tutorials and

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Feedback

From time to time you will be given the opportunity to comment on the module content

and the particular member of teaching staff by completing questionnaires handed out atthe end of a module. Some lecturers may hold discussions at this time to ask youropinions. These give the School valuable feedback and information from which futurepolicy and improvements may be implemented. Everyone has a responsibility to

complete the questionnaires, not just those who feel particularly happy or aggrieved.

PRIVATE STUDY

A lot of time will be spent in lectures and practical classesbut there is ample time for private study. Plan out yourwork, read through your lecture notes and expand them ifnecessary by supplementary reading from textbooks orrecommended references. Write up your laboratory reportsas soon as possible and use the library facilities to the full.

Please remember that a 10 credit practical module should

occupy about 100 hours of study. This module may include several practical sessionseach requiring its own write-up. Use your time wisely to ensure that you do not spend

an excessive amount of time on one aspect of the module at the expense of another.

TIMETABLES

Your teaching timetable is available at:http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/timetable/html/timetables/teachingtimetables/timetables.php

WebCT

WebCT is the virtual learning environment (VLE) used by the University of Nottinghamas a teaching support tool. Each module has it's own area within WebCT and is linked tothe current year of study being undertaken. Each module will use WebCT to varying

levels depending on the module structure and the appropriateness of use.

VLE, Virtual Learning environment - An electronic system used to support teaching andlearning. Typically the VLE is used as a central reference point for course notes, lecture

handouts, details of workshops, coursework etc. The VLE will also have web links to keyresources and can also be used as a method for submitting coursework tasks. Specificlearning material (e.g. e-learning material) can also be located within the VLE.

The VLE should be the first point of call for students looking for information relating to aspecific module.
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