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1 PU PSMD Document Register BHS054.2 Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine & Dentistry Programme Specification Healthcare Science (Life Sciences) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Blood Sciences) (4281) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cellular Sciences) (4281) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Infection Sciences) (4281) Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) (4323) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Respiratory & Sleep Physiology) (4323) 2015/16 Published February 2015, Revised 4 th September 2015

2 BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Life Sciences), BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) Final award title: BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Blood Sciences) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cellular Sciences) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Infection Sciences) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Respiratory & Sleep Physiology) Level 4 Intermediate award title: Certificate of Higher Education (Healthcare Science) Level 5 Intermediate award title: Diploma of Higher Education (Healthcare Science) UCAS code: B901 Healthcare Science (Life Sciences), B902 Healthcare Science (Physiological Sciences) JACS code: B990 Awarding Institution: Teaching institution: Plymouth University Plymouth University Accrediting bodies: Healthcare Science (Life Sciences): National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Healthcare Science (Physiological Science): National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) Registration Council for Clinical Physiology (RCCP) Dates of re-accreditation: NSHCS: 2019 HCPC: 2018 IBMS: 2018 RCCP:

3 1. Distinctive Features of the Programme and the Student Experience The key features of our programmes in healthcare science are: Multi-disciplinary programmes integrating traditional and clinically-focused subject areas in biomedicine. Programme is delivered by specialist academic and clinical healthcare associates and informed by patients, carers and lay associates Flexibility for students to study specialist areas of healthcare science as well as maintaining academic breadth in these disciplines. A coherent, progressive curriculum underpinned by experiential and workplace learning, ensuring competence in core knowledge, personal and practical skills designed to enhance the students academic performance and professional development. Enthusiastic, accessible and committed academic staff that offer student support via personal tutoring throughout their programme of study. Teaching and Learning informed by nationally and internationally recognised research, scholarship and professional expertise in biomedicine and pedagogy. A learning environment enriched by the presence of a critical mass of healthcare education in the form of the Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry, the Faculty of Health and Human Sciences, well-equipped modern laboratories and facilities, plus the legacy of the Centres of Excellence in Teaching and Learning. A route to apply for registration as a Healthcare Science Practitioner with the Academy of Healthcare Science and Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (Physiological Science) or as a Biomedical Scientist (Life Science) with the Health & Care Professions Council and Institute of Biomedical Science. 2. Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Group(s) See Appendix 1 3

4 3 Programme Structure 3.1 BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Blood Sciences) Stage One BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Blood Sciences - Stage One) BHCS1001 Biomedical Investigation and Experimentation (20cr) BHCS1002 Human Anatomy and Physiology: Cells to Systems (20cr) BHCS1003 Human Metabolism (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS1004PP Introduction to Human Pathology (20cr) BHCS1005 BHCS1006 Human Disease (20cr) Infection and Immunity (20cr) BHCS1007 Foundations of Healthcare Science Practice and Workplace Learning (0cr) Stage Two BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Blood Sciences Stage Two) BHCS 2007 BHCS2008 BHCS2009 Diagnostic and Clinical Biomedicine (20cr) Methods in Infection and Immunity (20cr) Techniques in Microscopy and Molecular Biology (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS 2010 BHCS2011 BHCS2005 Evidence Based Practice in Healthcare Science (20cr) Healthcare Life Science Professional (20cr) Clinical Haematology and Biochemistry (20cr) 4

5 Stage Three BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Blood Sciences - Stage Three) BHCS3021 BHCS3010 BHCS3011 Haematology and Transfusion Medicine (30cr) Clinical Immunology and Biochemical Screening (30cr) Research Project in Healthcare Science (30cr) Inter-semester Break BHCS3012 Professional Practice in Healthcare Science (30cr) 3.2 BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cellular Sciences) Stage One BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cellular Sciences - Stage One) BHCS1001 BHCS1007 Biomedical Investigation and Experimentation (20cr) BHCS1002 Human Anatomy and Physiology: Cells to Systems (20cr) BHCS1003 Human Metabolism (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS1004PP Introduction to Human Pathology (20cr) BHCS1005 BHCS1006 Foundations of Healthcare Science Practice and Workplace Learning (0cr) Human Disease (20cr) Infection and Immunity (20cr) 5

6 Stage Two BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cellular Sciences - Stage Two) BHCS2007 BHCS2008 BHCS2009 Diagnostic and Clinical Biomedicine (20cr) Methods in Infection and Immunity (20cr) Techniques in Microscopy and Molecular Biology (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS2010 BHCS2011 BHCS2004 Evidence Based Practice in Healthcare Science (20cr) Healthcare Life Science Professional (20cr) Cell Biology in Health and Disease (20cr) Stage Three BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cellular Sciences - Stage Three) BHCS3021 BHCS3013 BHCS3014 Cellular Pathology (40cr) Reproductive Science (20cr) Research Project in Healthcare Science (30cr) Inter-semester Break BHCS3012 Professional Practice in Healthcare Science (30cr) 6

7 3.3 BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Infection Sciences) Stage One BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Infection Sciences - Stage One) BHCS1001 Biomedical Investigation and Experimentation (20cr) BHCS1007 BHCS1002 Human Anatomy and Physiology: Cells to Systems (20cr) BHCS1003 Human Metabolism (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS1004PP Introduction to Human Pathology (20cr) BHCS1005 BHCS1006 Foundations of Healthcare Science Practice and Workplace Learning (0cr) Human Disease (20cr) Infection and Immunity (20cr) Stage Two BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Infection Sciences -Stage Two) BHCS2007 BHCS2008 BHCS2009 Diagnostic and Clinical Biomedicine (20cr) Methods in Infection and Immunity (20cr) Techniques in Microscopy and Molecular Biology (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS2010 BHCS2011 BHCS2012 Evidence Based Practice in Healthcare Science (20cr) Healthcare Life Science Professional (20cr) Infection Sciences in Health and Disease (20cr) 7

8 Stage Three BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Infection Sciences Stage Three) BHCS3021 BHCS3015 BHCS3016 Clinical Microbiology (40cr) Public Health Infection Sciences (20cr) Research Project in Healthcare Science (30cr) Inter-semester Break BHCS3012 Professional Practice in Healthcare Science (30cr) 3.4 BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology) Stage One BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology - Stage One) BHCS1001 BHCS1007 Biomedical Investigation and Experimentation (20cr) BHCS1002 Human Anatomy and Physiology: Cells to Systems (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS1004PP BHCS1008 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology (20cr) Introduction to Human Pathology (20cr) BHCS1005 BHCS1009 Human Disease (20cr) Cardiovascular and Respiratory Pathophysiology (20cr) Foundations of Healthcare Science Practice and Workplace Learning (0cr) 8

9 Stage Two BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology Stage Two) BHCS2013 BHCS2014 Clinical Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Physiology (30cr) Clinical Physiology Instrumentation and Techniques (20cr) BHCS2015 Inter-semester break BHCS2016 Healthcare Physiological Science Professional (30cr) Electrocardiography (40cr) Stage Three BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Physiology - Stage Three) BHCS3021 BHCS3017 BHCS3018 Clinical Cardiac Sciences (30cr) Specialist Cardiovascular Investigations (30cr) Research Project in Healthcare Science (30cr) Inter-semester Break BHCS3012 Professional Practice in Healthcare Science (30cr) 9

10 3.5 BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology) Stage One BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology - Stage One) BHCS1001 BHCS1007 Biomedical Investigation and Experimentation (20cr) BHCS1002 Human Anatomy and Physiology: Cells to Systems (20cr) BHCS1008 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology (20cr) Inter-semester break BHCS1004PP Introduction to Human Pathology (20cr) BHCS1005 BHCS1009 Foundations of Healthcare Science Practice and Workplace Learning (0cr) Human Disease (20cr) Cardiovascular and Respiratory Pathophysiology (20cr) Stage Two BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology - Stage Two) BHCS2013 BHCS2014 Clinical Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Physiology (30cr) Clinical Physiology Instrumentation and Techniques (20cr) BHCS2015 Inter-semester break BHCS2017 Healthcare Physiological Science Professional (30cr) Monitoring and Analysis of Respiratory Function (40cr) 10

11 Stage Three BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Respiratory and Sleep Physiology - Stage Three) BHCS3021 BHCS3019 BHCS3020 Applied Respiratory Sciences (30cr) Applied Sleep Sciences (30cr) Research Project in Healthcare Science (30cr) Inter-semester Break BHCS3012 Professional Practice in Healthcare Science (30cr) 4 Programme Aims The aims of our BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science degree programmes are as follows: To provide a scientifically-based and intellectually stimulating programme of study incorporating theoretical, quantitative and practical aspects of healthcare science. To enable students to acquire transferable, technical and professional skills appropriate to both personal and career development. To develop safe and ethical working practices for engagement with patients and service users and employment within multi-professional healthcare teams. To develop a scientific approach to the investigation and solving of problems associated with the laboratory diagnosis and investigation of human disease. To promote, develop and recognize through successful completion of the award, demonstrable professional competence and skills for employment as a Healthcare Science Practitioner / Biomedical Scientist in the NHS. 11

12 5 Programme Intended Learning Outcomes The intended learning outcomes of our BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science degree programmes and therefore the achievement represented by these qualifications are shown below. These outcomes are explicitly linked to the QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) descriptors (available at Knowledge and understanding On successful completion graduates should have developed: Knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles associated with healthcare science, and an ability to evaluate and interpret these within the context of a specific laboratory specialism Knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles and the main methods of inquiry in healthcare science An understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge A systematic understanding of the founding disciplines of healthcare science, including acquisition of coherent and detailed knowledge, at least some of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of defined aspects of these disciplines An ability to deploy accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry within the healthcare sciences An appreciation of uncertainty, ambiguity and the limits of knowledge within the healthcare sciences. An ability to apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review, consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding, and to initiate and carry out projects. 5.2 Cognitive and intellectual skills On successful completion graduates should have developed: An ability to present, evaluate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, to develop lines of argument and make sound judgments in accordance with basic theories and concepts in the healthcare sciences An ability to apply underlying concepts and principles outside the context in which they were first studied. A conceptual understanding that enables the student: (i) to devise and sustain arguments, and/or solve problems, using ideas and techniques, some of which are at the forefront of the biomedical and healthcare sciences; (ii) to describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research, or equivalent advanced scholarship, in the healthcare sciences. 12

13 An ability to critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data (that may be incomplete), to make judgements, and to frame appropriate questions to achieve a solution or identify a range of solutions to a problem. 5.3 Key and transferable skills On successful completion graduates should have developed the ability to: Evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to the healthcare sciences Communicate the results of their work accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments Evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to biomedical and healthcare sciences Use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis Effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis, in a variety of forms, to colleagues, patients and the general public, and deploy the key techniques of communication within healthcare science teams effectively Manage their own learning, and to make use of scholarly reviews, primary sources and the broader evidence base of medicine health and social care Demonstrate competency in a range of safe and ethical working practices for engagement with patients and service users and employment within multi-professional healthcare teams. 5.4 Employment related skills On successful completion graduates should have developed the ability to: Undertake training for the development of new and existing skills and competencies within a structured and managed healthcare science workplace environment. Demonstrate qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment in the healthcare sciences requiring: (i) the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility; (ii) an understanding of the needs of patients/clients (iii) decision making in complex and unpredictable contexts; and (iv) the learning ability needed to undertake appropriate further training of a professional or equivalent nature. 13

14 5.5 Practical skills On successful completion graduates should have developed the ability to: Plan, manage and execute laboratory work in a responsible and safe manner Perform qualitative and quantitative laboratory analyses and apply appropriate statistical tests to datasets Record clinical and laboratory observations in a professional manner Operate key instrumentation related to the practice of healthcare science within their disciplines and specialism 6 Admissions Criteria, including APCL, APEL and DAS arrangements The BSc. (Hons) Healthcare Science programmes are vocational awards for the education and training of Healthcare Science Practitioners for the NHS. We welcome applications from people who, in addition to any formal qualifications: can express a desire to work as a scientist whose practice underpins high quality, safe and effective patient-centred healthcare. have the ability to succeed on their chosen degree programme; have a commitment and enthusiasm to learn. All applications are considered on individual merit in relation to the aims and outcomes of the programme. As part of its obligations and responsibilities as an education provider for NHS professionals, the University of Plymouth will apply additional entry and selection processes for those applying to enrol on BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science programmes. Entry to these programmes is subject to interview and to satisfactory results from screening by Healthcare Occupational Health Professionals and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) checks. Full details of entry and selection procedures are available from the Admissions Office. 6.1 Qualifications for Entry We welcome a mix of AS/A-Level and Vocational A-Level qualifications as well as specialisation in either. The table below sets out normal minimum qualifications required. The acceptability of qualifications by programme is stated in the current University Prospectus, and on the University s website Offers made to mature applicants (over 21) may take account of work and life experience. 14

15 Entry requirements summary for BSc Healthcare Science programmes A-Level Normal minimum entry requirements are 300 points from three A levels to include a grade B in Biology and a grade B in another science subject - this can include Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Science, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Nutrition, and Environmental Science/Studies GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English Language grade C General Studies A- Level BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma International Baccalaureate Progression from Extended Science Is not accepted as part of a points offer Interview prior to offer DMM Biology, Science or Healthcare Science. Refer to institution for specific unit requirements 28 points including 5 at Higher Level Biology and a second science Students need to achieve an overall mark of at least 60% with at least 60% in Biology and Chemistry Equivalent qualifications may be considered. Meeting the academic minimum is the first stage of an application being considered. Applicants must also submit a strong personal statement in order to be considered further. Applicants must also pass Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and occupational health checks satisfactorily in order to be eligible to enrol on the programme. All applicants will be required to attend a recruitment day at which interviews will be undertaken. Successful completion of BSc (Hons) Extended Science does not guarantee admission to BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science programmes. Students wishing to apply for a place on these degrees are advised to contact the Admissions Office for the Plymouth University Peninsula School of Medicine & Dentistry, to arrange a meeting with the School of Biomedical and Healthcare Science Admissions Tutor. Plymouth University is committed to providing equality for all irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity (including race, colour and nationality), gender, gender reassignment, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and will work to ensure that all students, employees and visitors, as well as those who apply or seek to apply to work or study at the University, are treated fairly and are not subjected to discrimination by the University on any of these grounds (University Equality and Diversity Policy, Revised April 2011). The Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry welcomes applications from people with disabilities who will be considered on the same academic grounds as other potential students. Considerations about individual needs arising from disability will be made separately, and we will strive to meet an individual disabled student's needs wherever possible in consultation with Disability ASSIST. 15

16 English Language Requirements Students are required to produce evidence of English language ability. This will normally be the equivalent of: IELTS score of 7.0 or above with at least 7.0 in the listening and reading sections and at least 7.0 in the writing and speaking sections. TOEFL internet-based test (ibt) 100 TOEFL Paper test 600 GCSE English Grade C Equivalencies are detailed on the University website: Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) and Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) The University s regulations for Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) and Assessment of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) are set out in the University Academic Regulations. We may also consider admission on the basis of work or life experience. We welcome evidence of prior learning and experience from applicants. Due to the range and mixture of prior qualification and experience applications presenting such evidence will be considered on an individual basis by the Admissions Tutor in consultation with the programmes team. 7. Progression criteria for Final and Intermediate Awards Progression to Stage two (year two) or award of Certificate of Higher Education requires 120 credits at level 4 to include the pattern of modules specified above. Progression to final year or award of Diploma of Higher Education requires 240 credits at level 4 and 5 to include the pattern of modules specified above. BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science: 360 credits, including 120 credits at level 6, 120 further credits at level 5 or above and 120 credits at level four. BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science: 360 credits, including 120 credits at level 6, 120 further credits at level 5 or above and 120 credits at level four. 8. Exceptions to Regulations There are some rules and regulations which will differ from the normal university rules and regulations. Exceptions to university rules are mainly made because of professional requirements. The following rules and regulations are exceptions to 16

17 the normal University regulations and apply to the BSc Healthcare Science programmes: Students are required to pass all elements of a module assessment at 40%. Minimum attendance levels: 75% for taught components and 100% for placements Procedure in event of failure (level four, five and six): A student will be deemed to have completed a level if they have passed all modules within that level. There will be no compensation between modules and no compensatory passes will be awarded. No compensation for failure after completed resits can be awarded. In the case of workplace learning modules a maximum of two attempts at the module and its assessment can be permitted at the discretion of the Award Assessment Board. To qualify for the award of BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science a student must pass all modules, including all clinical education placements, and have successfully completed 360 credits of which at least 120 must be at level six and a further 120 at level five or above. An aegrotat award is not permitted for the BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science. 9. Transitional Arrangements The new programme structure will be implemented across all years from Summer Students repeating modules that were last delivered in the academic year will be enrolled on the equivalent new modules. Learning outcomes for the old and new modules have been mapped. 12. Appendices: Appendix 1: Mapping to QAA Subject Benchmarks for Biomedical Science Appendix 2: Mapping of Programmes to the Modernising Scientific Careers High Level Framework Curricula Appendix3: Healthcare Science (Life Sciences) mapping to IBMS Programme Requirements Appendix 4: Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (Life Sciences) Appendix 5: Programme Intended Learning outcomes (Physiological Sciences) Appendix 6: Assessment mapping to modules 17

18 Appendix 1: Healthcare Science (Life Science) mapping to QAA Benchmark Statements for Biomedical Science Code A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Threshold performance Basic knowledge demonstrate a sufficient knowledge of the structure and function of the cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, nervous, renal, reproduction, neurological, respiratory and skeletal systems of the human body describe clearly the control of the functioning of the component parts of the above systems have a knowledge of basic human anatomy and physiology sufficient to underpin studies in the clinical laboratory specialities have a knowledge and understanding of prokaryote and eukaryote cell structure and function (including organelles) and how cells respond to stress and injury have some knowledge and understanding of cell structure and function at the molecular level, and have some appreciation of the interplay of complex molecular events that help to maintain cell homeostasis relate the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and proteins to the chemical properties of their building materials describe metabolic pathways as interconnected sequences of coupled enzymecatalysed reactions and interrelate catabolism and anabolism explain the synthesis of storage forms of fuel molecules and their degradation to provide usable energy through metabolic processes describe intracellular and extracellular strategies to regulate cellular metabolism understand how the principles of genetics underlie modern molecular biology understand the main principles of gene expression have a knowledge and understanding of innate and acquired immunity Clinical Laboratory Specialities have a knowledge of important morphological features of the major classes of microorganisms and be able to handle, culture and observe microorganisms in a safe and aseptic manner describe the microscopic appearance of normal and abnormal cells and tissues describe the changes cells and tissues undergo when removed from the body, the principles of fixation, methods for the preparation of cells and tissues (including cytological and frozen material), decalcification and embedding techniques describe the principles and practice of microtomy, and of section mounting describe the principles of simple routine staining procedures and demonstrate practical ability in their application describe the principles and practice of light, fluorescent and electron microscopy and understand their role in the diagnosis of disease have a knowledge and understanding of the biochemical responses that may occur in a range diseases states have an appreciation of how biochemical changes associated with disease are assessed in the clinical laboratory and how information about such changes is applied to the diagnosis and monitoring of disease have a knowledge and understanding of the causes and consequences of diseases associated with abnormal immune function, neoplastic diseases of the immune system and transplantation reactions have an appreciation of how diseases associated with abnormal immune function, neoplastic diseases of the immune system and transplantation reactions are diagnosed, treated and monitored have a knowledge and understanding of diseases of haematopoiesis and haemostasis, and of the anaemias and leukemias explain the biochemical basis of the human ABO blood group system appreciate the selection, preparation, storage and safe provision of appropriate blood components be aware of the possible adverse effects associated with the use of blood and blood 18

19 AA BB CC DD EE FF GG HH II JJ KK LL MM products have a knowledge of the role of histocompatibility antigens in transplantation demonstrate knowledge of some diagnostic options where genetic disease is suspected understand the rationale behind the human genome project explain how mutations in DNA can give rise to the pathological changes seen in some diseases and how these mutations may be inherited understand and carry out quantitative and qualitative methods to enumerate, identify and determine antibiotic sensitivity of microorganisms of medical importance describe selected serological and molecular methods used in the diagnosis of infectious diseases Generic skills access biomedical science information from a variety of sources and to communicate the principles in an appropriate manner have ability in a range of practical techniques relevant to biomedical science including data collection, analysis and interpretation of those data, and testing of hypotheses have an understanding of the explanation of biomedical concepts at all levels of biological organisation ranging from molecules to intact organisms plan, execute and present an independent piece of work(e.g. a project) within a supported framework in which qualities such as time management, problem solving and independence are evident have some understanding of ethical issues and their impact on advances in biomedical science record data accurately, and to carry out basic manipulation of qualitative and quantitative data (and some statistical analysis when appropriate) have developed basic strategies to enable them to update their knowledge of biomedical science 19

20 BHCS 1001 BHCS 1002 BHCS 1003 BHCS 1004PP BHCS 1005 BHCS 1006 BHCS 1007 BHCS 2004 BHCS 2005 BHCS 2007 BHCS 2008 BHCS 2009 BHCS 2010 BHCS 2011 BHCS 2012 BHCS 3010 BHCS 3011 BHCS 3012 BHCS 3013 BHCS 3014 BHCS 3015 BHCS 3016 BHCS 3021 QAA Benchmark Statements Basic Knowledge Blood Sciences Modules:- BHCS3010, BHCS3011 Cellular Sciences Modules:- BHCS3013, BHCS3014 Infection Sciences Modules:- BHCS3015, BHCS3016 A x x x x x B x x x x x C x x x x D x x x x x x x x E x x x x x x x F x x x x G x x x x x x H x x x x I x x x x x J x x x x x K x x x x x L x x x Core Modules Pathway specific Modules 20

21 BHCS 1001 BHCS 1002 BHCS 1003 BHCS 1004PP BHCS 1005 BHCS 1006 BHCS 1007 BHCS 2004 BHCS 2005 BHCS 2007 BHCS 2008 BHCS 2009 BHCS 2010 BHCS 2011 BHCS 2012 BHCS 3010 BHCS 3011 BHCS 3012 BHCS 3013 BHCS 3014 BHCS 3015 BHCS 3016 BHCS 3021 QAA Benchmark statements Clinical Laboratory Specialties Blood Sciences Modules:- BHCS3010, BHCS3011 Cellular Sciences Modules:- BHCS3013, BHCS3014 Infection Sciences Modules:- BHCS3015, BHCS3016 M x x x x x N x x x x x x x x x O x x x x P x x x x Q x x x x x x x R x x x x x S x x x x x x T x x x x x x U x x x x x V x x x x x W x x x x x x X x x x x Y x x x x Z x x x x x AA x x x x BB x x x x x x CC x x x x DD x x x x x x x EE x x x x x x x FF x x x x x Core Modules Pathway specific Modules 21

22 BHCS 1001 BHCS 1002 BHCS 1003 BHCS 1004PP BHCS 1005 BHCS 1006 BHCS 1007 BHCS 2004 BHCS 2005 BHCS 2007 BHCS 2008 BHCS 2009 BHCS 2010 BHCS 2011 BHCS 2012 BHCS 3010 BHCS 3011 BHCS 3012 BHCS 3013 BHCS 3014 BHCS 3015 BHCS 3016 BHCS 3021 QAA Benchmark Statements Generic Skills Blood Sciences Modules:- BHCS3010, BHCS3011 Cellular Sciences Modules:- BHCS3013, BHCS3014 Infection Sciences Modules:- BHCS3015, BHCS3016 GG x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x HH x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x II x x x x x x x JJ x x KK x x x x x x x x x LL x x x x x x x x x x x MM x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x Core Modules Pathway specific Modules 22

23 Appendix 2: Mapping of Programmes to the Modernising Scientific Careers High Level Framework Curricula BSc Healthcare Science High Level Framework Curriculum Generic Modules Professional Practice Scientific Basis of Healthcare Science Research Methods Corresponding Module Content BHCS1004PP; BHCS1007; BHCS2010; BHCS2012; BHCS3005; BHCS3012; BHCS3016 BHCS1001; BHCS1002; BHCS1003; BHCS1004PP; BHCS1005; BHCS1006; BHCS1007; BHCS2008; BHCS2012; BHCS3005; BHCS3010; BHCS3011; BHCS3013; BHCS3015; BHCS3016 BHCS1001; BHCS1004PP; BHCS1006; BHCS2005; BHCS2007; BHCS2008; BHCS2012; BHCS3015; BHCS3016; BHCS3021 Division Specific Modules Life Science Year 1: The Building Blocks of Life BHCS1002; BHCS1003; BHCS1005; BHCS1006 Year 1: The Science behind the Cure including work-based training Year 2: The Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Toolbox Methods for Investigating Disease Year 2: Partners in Investigation Specialist Modules for Blood Sciences Year 2: Blood Sciences in Health and Disease Year 2: Work-based Training Year 3: Blood Sciences Specialisms in Action Year 3: Research Project in Blood Sciences Year 3: Work-based Training Specialist Modules for Cellular Sciences Year 2: Cellular Sciences in Health and Disease Year 2: Work -based Training Year 3: Cellular Sciences Specialisms in Action Year 3: Research Project in Cellular Sciences Year 3: Work-based Training Specialist Modules for Infection Sciences Year 2: Infection Sciences in Health and BHCS1002; BHCS1004PP; BHCS1005; BHCS1007 BHCS2004; BHCS2005; BHCS2007; BHCS2009; BHCS3010; BHCS3011; BHCS3013 BHCS2011 BHCS2005 BHCS2011; BHCS2015 BHCS3010; BHCS3011 BHCS3021 BHCS3012 BHCS2004; BHCS2009 BHCS2011; BHCS2015 BHCS3013; BHCS3014 BHCS3021 BHCS3012 BHCS

24 Disease Year 2: Work-based Training BHCS2011; BHCS2015 Year 3: Infection Sciences Specialisms in BHCS3015; BHCS3016 Action Year 3: Research Project in Infection BHCS3021 Sciences Year 3: Work-based Training BHCS3012 Division Specific Modules Physiological Sciences Year 1: Scientific Basis of BHCS1008; BHCS1009 Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Sleep Science including Work-based Training Year 2: Instrumentation, signal BHCS2013; BHCS2014 processing and imaging Year 2: Pathophysiology of common BHCS2013 Cardiovascular and Respiratory Conditions Specialist Modules for Cardiac Physiology Year 2: Cardiac Physiology BHCS2016 Year 2: Work-based Training BHCS2011; BHCS2015 Year 3: Applying Cardiac Physiology to BHCS3017; BHCS3018 Practice Year 3: Research Project in Cardiac BHCS3021 Physiology Year 3: Work-based Training BHCS3012 Specialist Modules for Respiratory and Sleep Physiology Year 2: Respiratory and Sleep BHCS2017 Physiology Year 2: Work-based Training BHCS2011; BHCS2015 Year 3: Applying Respiratory and Sleep BHCS3019; BHCS3020 Physiology to Practice Year 3: Research Project in Respiratory BHCS3021 or Sleep Physiology Year 3: Work-based training BHCS

25 Appendix 3: Healthcare Science (Life Science) mapping to IBMS Programme Requirements Code (a) i (a) ii (a) iii (a) iv (a) v (a) vi (b) i (b) ii (b) iii (b) iv Basic knowledge Human anatomy and physiology: Human anatomy and physiology refers to the structure, function and control of the human body, its component parts and major systems. Cell biology: Cell biology is the study of the structure and function of cells (and the organelles they contain) and includes their life cycle, division, self-replication and eventual death. Biochemistry: Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes which support life. It requires knowledge of key chemical principles which are relevant to biological systems and includes the structure and function of biological molecules, and, cellular metabolism and its control. Genetics and molecular biology: Genetics is the study of the structure and function of genes (including their role in human disease) and inheritance. Molecular biology is that branch of biology that deals with the manipulation of nucleic acids (DNA, RNA) so that genes can be isolated, sequenced or mutated. It covers methods which allow the insertion of new genes into the genome or the deletion of genes from the genome of an organism. It allows the functions of genes and the effects of gene mutations to be investigated. Immunology: Immunology is the study of components of the immune system, their structure, function and mechanism of action. It includes innate and acquired immunity. Microbiology: Microbiology is the study of the structure, physiology, biochemistry, classification and control of micro-organisms, including the role of normal flora. Clinical Laboratory Specialities Cellular Pathology: Cellular pathology is the microscopic examination of normal and abnormal cells (cytopathology), and tissues (histopathology) for indicators of disease. A biomedical science graduate will have a knowledge of: the preparation of cells and tissues for microscopic examination; microscopy and its applications; the gross structure and ultrastructure of normal cells and tissues and the structural changes which may occur during disease; the principles and applications of visualisation and imaging techniques. Clinical Biochemistry: Clinical biochemistry is the evaluation of analytes to aid the screening, diagnosis and monitoring of disease. A biomedical science graduate will have a knowledge of: the principles and applications of routine methods used in clinical biochemistry; the investigation of the function and dysfunction of organs and systems and of the biochemical changes in disease; the principles of the biochemical investigations used in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease; therapeutic drug monitoring and investigation of substance abuse. Clinical Immunology: Clinical immunology is the study of immunopathological conditions and abnormal immune function. A biomedical science graduate will have a knowledge of: the causes and consequences of diseases associated with abnormal immune function, neoplastic diseases and transplantation reactions together with their diagnosis, treatment and monitoring; immunological techniques used in clinical and research laboratories; the principles of the function and measurement of effectors of the immune response; prophylaxis and immunotherapy. Haematology: Haematology is the study and investigation of the different elements 25

26 (b) v (b) vi (b) vii (c) (d) that constitute blood in normal and diseased states. A biomedical science graduate will have a knowledge of: the structure, function and production of blood cells; the nature and diagnosis of anaemias; haemoglobinopathies and thalassaemias; haematological malignancy; haemostasis and thrombosis. Transfusion Science: Transfusion science is the identification of blood group antigens and antibodies which ensures a safe supply of blood and blood components. A biomedical science graduate will have knowledge of: the genetics, inheritance, structure and role of red cell antigens; the preparation, storage and use of blood components; the selection of appropriate blood components for transfusion and possible adverse effects; immune mediated destruction of blood cells. Clinical Genetics: Clinical genetics is the identification of genetic mutations and polymorphisms and their influence on disease processes. A biomedical science graduate will have knowledge of the principles of the methods used to study human chromosomes and DNA; epigenetics; the identification of genes for mendelian diseases; testing and screening for genetic susceptibility. Medical Microbiology: Medical microbiology is the study and investigation of pathogenic microorganisms. A biomedical science graduate will have a knowledge of: the pathogenic mechanisms of a range of microorganisms; the laboratory investigation and epidemiology of infectious diseases; food, water and environmental microbiology; anti-microbial and anti-viral therapy (including drug resistance); control of hospital acquired infection. Integrated studies Programmes should contain a reflective, integrated component (pathobiology) in which these clinical laboratory specialities are represented in a system-led approach to the study of disease and its treatment. Subject specific and generic skills Subject-specific and generic skills: A biomedical science graduate will be aware of the need for compliance with health and safety policies, good laboratory practice, risk and COSHH assessments, the Human Tissue Act and the importance of quality control and quality assurance. There are a range of skills which a biomedical science graduate will be expected to acquire during the programme of study. These include: discipline and subject-specific skills associated with laboratory practice; research skills, including ethics, governance, audit, experimental design, statistical analysis, literature searching, scientific communication; key transferable skills, including communication, IT, numeracy, data analysis. 26

27 BHCS 1001 BHCS 1002 BHCS 1003 BHCS 1004PP BHCS 1005 BHCS 1006 BHCS 1007 BHCS 2004 BHCS 2005 BHCS 2007 BHCS 2008 BHCS 2009 BHCS 2010 BHCS 2011 BHCS 2012 BHCS 3010 BHCS 3011 BHCS 3012 BHCS 3013 BHCS 3014 BHCS 3015 BHCS 3016 BHCS 3021 IBMS Specific Requirements of Programme Content (a)i x x x x (a)ii x x x x x x (a) iii x x x x x x (a) iv x x x x x x (a) v x x x x (a) vi x x x x (b) i x x x x x x x x (b) ii x x x x x x x x (b) iii x x x x x (b) iv x x x x x x x x (b) v x x x x x (b) vi x x x x (b) vii x x x x x x x x (c) x x x (d) x x x x x x x x x Core Modules Pathway specific Modules 27

28 PU PSMD Document Register BHS054.2 Appendix 4: Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (Life Sciences Awards) PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING 1. Knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles associated with healthcare science, and an ability to evaluate and interpret these within the context of a specific laboratory specialism 2. Knowledge and critical understanding of the wellestablished principles and the main methods of inquiry in healthcare science 3. An understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge 4. A systematic understanding of the founding disciplines of healthcare science, including acquisition of coherent and detailed knowledge, at least some of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of defined aspects of these disciplines 5. An ability to deploy accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry within the healthcare sciences 6. An appreciation of uncertainty, ambiguity and the limits of knowledge within the healthcare sciences. MODULES All modules BHCS1001, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 All modules BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS2013, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS

29 7. Apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review, consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding, and to initiate and carry out projects. COGNITIVE AND INTELLECTUAL SKILLS 1. An ability to present, evaluate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, to develop lines of argument and make sound judgments in accordance with basic theories and concepts in the healthcare sciences 2. An ability to apply underlying concepts and principles outside the context in which they were first studied. 3. A conceptual understanding that enables the student: (i) to devise and sustain arguments, and/or solve problems, using ideas and techniques, some of which are at the forefront of the biomedical and healthcare sciences; (ii) to describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research, or equivalent advanced scholarship, in the healthcare sciences 4. Critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data (that may be incomplete), to make judgements, and to frame appropriate questions to achieve a solution or identify a range of solutions to a problem. KEY AND TRANSFERABLE SKILLS 1. An ability to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to the healthcare sciences BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS2013, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS3012 BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS

30 2. Communicate the results of their work accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments 3. An ability to evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to biomedical and healthcare sciences 4. Use of a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis 5. Effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis, in a variety of forms, to colleagues, patients and the general public, and deploy the key techniques of communication within healthcare science teams effectively 6. The ability to manage their own learning, and to make use of scholarly reviews, primary sources and the broader evidence base of medicine health and social care 7. Demonstrate competency in a range of safe and ethical working practices for engagement with patients and service users and employment within multi-professional healthcare teams. PRACTICAL SKILLS 1. Plan, manage and execute laboratory work in a responsible and safe manner BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1006, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2007, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3013, BHCS3014, BHCS3015, BHCS3016 BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS2008, BHCS2011, BHCS

31 2. Perform qualitative and quantitative laboratory analyses and apply appropriate statistical tests to datasets 3. Record clinical and laboratory observations in a professional manner 4. Operate key instrumentation related to the practice of healthcare science within their disciplines and specialism EMPLOYMENT RELATED SKILLS 1. Undertake training for the development of new and existing skills and competencies within a structured and managed healthcare science workplace environment. 2. Demonstrate qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment in the healthcare sciences requiring: (i) the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility; (ii) an understanding of the needs of patients/clients (iii) decision making in complex and unpredictable contexts; and (iv) the learning ability needed to undertake appropriate further training of a professional or equivalent nature. BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1006, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1006, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1003, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1006, BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2009, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3012, BHCS3013 BHCS1007, BHCS2004, BHCS2005, BHCS2008, BHCS2010, BHCS2011, BHCS2012, BHCS3010, BHCS3011, BHCS3012, BHCS3014, BHCS

32 Appendix 5: Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (Physiological Sciences) PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOME KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING 1. Knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles associated with healthcare science, and an ability to evaluate and interpret these within the context of a specific laboratory specialism 2. Knowledge and critical understanding of the wellestablished principles and the main methods of inquiry in healthcare science 3. An understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge 4. A systematic understanding of the founding disciplines of healthcare science, including acquisition of coherent and detailed knowledge, at least some of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of defined aspects of these disciplines 5. An ability to deploy accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry within the healthcare sciences 6. An appreciation of uncertainty, ambiguity and the limits of knowledge within the healthcare sciences. MODULES All modules BHCS1001, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 All modules BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS

33 7. Apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review, consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding, and to initiate and carry out projects. COGNITIVE AND INTELLECTUAL SKILLS 1. An ability to present, evaluate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, to develop lines of argument and make sound judgments in accordance with basic theories and concepts in the healthcare sciences 2. An ability to apply underlying concepts and principles outside the context in which they were first studied. 3. A conceptual understanding that enables the student: (i) to devise and sustain arguments, and/or solve problems, using ideas and techniques, some of which are at the forefront of the biomedical and healthcare sciences; (ii) to describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research, or equivalent advanced scholarship, in the healthcare sciences 4. Critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data (that may be incomplete), to make judgements, and to frame appropriate questions to achieve a solution or identify a range of solutions to a problem. KEY AND TRANSFERABLE SKILLS 1. An ability to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to the healthcare sciences 2. Communicate the results of their work accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3021 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS3021 BHCS1007, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3016, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 BHCS1001, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS3021 BHCS1001, BHCS1002, BHCS1004PP, BHCS1005, BHCS1007, BHCS1008, BHCS1009, BHCS2013, BHCS2014, BHCS2016, BHCS2017, BHCS3012, BHCS3017, BHCS3018, BHCS3019, BHCS3020, BHCS