Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine

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1 Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine 1. Programme title MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine 2. Awarding institution Middlesex University 3. Teaching institution Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine 4. Programme validated by Middlesex University 5. Final qualification MSc 6. Academic year 2012/13 7. Language of study English 8. Mode of study Part-time/Blended Learning 9. Criteria for admission to the programme Students wishing to undertake the MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine programme require: A relevant professional medical or physiotherapy qualification with evidence that they are currently practising. The programme will not be suitable for individuals with limited psychomotor skills that would inhibit their ability to practise as a medical practitioner or a physiotherapist. Registration with the Health Professions Council (HPC) or General Medical Council (GMC). Students based within the European Union will need to provide evidence of registration with their equivalent home organisation. International students (i.e. outside the European Union) will need to be registered with the UK HPC or GMC as appropriate to their professional qualification and must have a visa to study in the UK for the duration of the programme. Overseas students will need to demonstrate skills in reading and writing in English, equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5 or above. They may be requested to take the test if that level is not evident in the pre-requisite assessment procedures. Successful completion of all of the assessment components of the Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine Diploma course (60 level 7 credits); or Successful completion of courses in musculoskeletal medicine through affiliated organisations with demonstration of their achievement of the learning outcomes of the accredited course through submission of a reflective essay and personal development plan. (These students will not be entitled to claim credits.) No exemptions or pre-accreditation of the above pre-requisites are allowable. 1

2 10. Aims of the programme The programme aims to develop students mastery in the musculoskeletal medicine approach and to maximise their intellectual and professional skills. Critical and informed approaches in the application and integration of musculoskeletal medicine into their existing clinical practice will be extended. Whilst enhancing knowledge and skills it also aims to empower the student to develop their abilities to learn from reflection before, on, and in practice whilst refining their competence as a lifelong learner. 11. Programme outcomes A. Knowledge and understanding On completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of : PG Dip A1. Functional biomechanics A2. Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems A3. Inter-relationships between personal and professional ideas A4. Micro and macro-political context within which the practice of musculoskeletal medicine is located MSc A5. Implementing a research project B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: PG Dip B1. Critical reflection before, on and in the practice of musculoskeletal medicine B2. Integration of theory and practice B3. Critical appraisal of the practice of musculoskeletal medicine within a multidisciplinary context MSc B4. Advanced problem solving C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will have developed advanced practical skills in: PG Dip Teaching/learning methods Students gain knowledge and understanding through lectures, seminars, demonstration and supervised practice to develop the required knowledge and skills Assessment Method Students knowledge and understanding is assessed by critical reflection (A2,3,4)*, practical examinations and vivas (A1,2), reflective written assignments (A2,3,4), research proposal and dissertation (A4,5). (* Programme outcomes tested indicated alongside each method) Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through seminars, supervised practice and peer support Assessment Method Students cognitive skills are assessed by reflective case studies and essays (B1,2,3), the research proposal and the dissertation (B2,3,4) Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through demonstration, supervised practice and individual and group tutorials 2

3 C1. Manual therapy techniques C2. Injection protocols C3. Research skills MSc C4. Project management skills C5. Creation of new tenets of practice D. Graduate Skills On completion of this programme the successful student will have developed key graduate skills to an advanced level in: D1. Communication and leadership within the interprofessional team D2. Multidisciplinary teamwork D3. Effective learning D4. Information technology D5. Numeracy D6. Personal and career development Assessment Method Students practical skills are assessed formatively through peer and self assessment (C1,2) and summatively through practical examinations (C1,2), the dissertation proposal and report (C3,4,5) Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through module related workshops, seminars, and through individual tutorial support Assessment method Students graduate skills are assessed by peer assessment formatively within the modules (D2,3) and summatively through critical reflection on self development through reflective essays, reports (D1,2,3,4,5,6) and the research proposal and dissertation (D1,2,3,4,5,6) 12. Programme structure (levels, modules, credits and progression requirements) Overall structure of the programme This is a part-time, blended learning programme with limited attendance requirement that can be undertaken on a month basis, depending on whether students wish to undertake their dissertation over six months or one year. Prior to enrolling on the programme students have to demonstrate that they have met the learning outcomes of the accredited Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine Diploma Course. They will then be awarded 60 Level 7 credits. Students who have completed courses in musculoskeletal medicine with affiliated organisations may demonstrate their achievement of the learning outcomes of the accredited course by submission of a reflective essay to gain access to the programme, but they will not be entitled to claim credits. The accredited Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine Diploma Course intends to extend the knowledge of the post-registration medical practitioner or chartered physiotherapist (or those holding an equivalent overseas qualification) in the fields of functional anatomy and biomechanics; to develop competence in joint examination, assessment and treatment and to enhance constant critical reasoning and evaluation, supported by best evidence. The synthesis of these will promote a reflective approach to problem solving and clinical reasoning in musculoskeletal medicine. The learning outcomes of the accredited course form the foundation for the learning outcomes of the whole master s programme and students will have demonstrated their achievement of the learning outcomes through the accredited course assessment procedures prior to stepping onto 3

4 the programme. The level of learning and achievement is equivalent to a UK university postgraduate certificate, and ties into the Post-graduate Diploma level of the MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine programme (see table below and in Curriculum map for MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine Annexe 1). Having stepped onto the MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine programme, students undertake the module SOMM 1 - Methods of Critical Enquiry in the Study of Healthcare Services - to prepare them to undertake their research dissertation project. They are also required to undertake two option modules chosen from the modules offered by the Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine: Theory and Practice of Injection Therapy - SOMM 2 5 days attendance - 24 teaching hours; 180 study hours Option Module Advanced Clinical Practice in Musculoskeletal Medicine - SOMM 3 5 days attendance - 24 teaching hours; 180 study hours Option Module Practice Based Proposition Module - SOMM 4 Individual supervision/blended learning; 180 study hours Option Module Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination SOMM 6 2 days attendance 15 teaching hours; 180 study hours Option module On completion of the compulsory SOMM 1 and two other taught modules, students will then undertake and complete SOMM 5, the research Dissertation Module In summary, the MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine programme will build on the SOMM Diploma Course (or that of an affiliated association) and will consist of the following: SOMM 1 - Methods of Critical Enquiry in the Study of Healthcare Services: 4.5 days attendance - 45 teaching hours; 180 study hours. Compulsory; included in fee SOMM 2 - *Theory and Practice of Injection Therapy: 5 days attendance - 24 teaching hours; 180 study hours. Option Module; additional fee of applies SOMM 3 - *Advanced Clinical Practice in Musculoskeletal Medicine: 5 days attendance - 24 teaching hours; 180 study hours. Option Module; additional fee of applies SOMM 4 - *Practice Based Proposition Module: Individual supervision/blended learning; 180 study hours. Option Module; additional fee of applies SOMM 5 - Dissertation module: Individual supervision/workshops; 540 study hours Compulsory; included in fee SOMM 6 - *Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination. 2 days attendance 15 teaching hours; 180 study hours. Option module; additional fee of applies. *Students are normally required to choose 2 out of the 4 option modules available. A further module SOMM 7 - Preparation for Teaching Musculoskeletal Medicine may also be put towards the programme but requires a separate application for a Studentship. Accreditation of prior learning (APL) may exempt you from up to one third of the 4

5 MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine programme, provided that the learning is at master s level and claimed in advance of the start of the programme Levels and modules COMPULSORY OPTIONAL PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS ALL MODULES AT LEVEL 7 MSc Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine Diploma Course, or that of an affiliated organisation, plus reflective essay and personal development plan SOMM 1 - Methods of Critical Enquiry in the Study of Healthcare Services SOMM 5 Dissertation Module Students undertake 2 option modules chosen from the clinical skills or theory modules offered by the Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine SOMM 2 Theory and Practice of Injection Therapy SOMM 3 Advanced Clinical Practice in Musculoskeletal Medicine SOMM 4 Practice Based Proposition Module SOMM 6 Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Medicine All modules must be passed 12.3 Non-compensatable modules (note statement in 12.2 regarding FHEQ levels) Module level Module code All modules are non-compensatable 13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to modules See Curriculum Map attached. 14. Information about assessment regulations The University and School Assessment Policies apply to this programme. 15. Placement opportunities, requirements and support (if applicable) Placement opportunities are not provided. Students must provide evidence of their ability to 5

6 practise the musculoskeletal medicine approach through the duration of the programme, as far as is practicable, prior to registration. Clear guidelines are provided for academic and clinical advisors and for supervisors within SOMM 2 (Theory and Practice of Injection Therapy) who sign that they are willing to comply with the requirements of the supervisor role. Full support is provided to students from their advisors, module leaders and tutors and the Programme Leader. 16. Future careers (if applicable) Successful completion of this skills-based MSc will enable the student to seek promotion in clinical practice or move to research. In addition, the possession of a nationally recognised MSc is highly marketable for private practitioners 17. Particular support for learning (if applicable) ILRS and ICT workshops Dissertation web-site to support dissertation supervision and tutorials Each student will have a designated academic advisor and a designated clinical advisor On line resouces 18. JACS code (or other relevant coding system) 19. Relevant QAA subject benchmark group(s) N/A 20. Reference points Principal JACS code 1 - A300 60% JACS code 2 - B160 30% JACS code 3 - B290 10% The New NHS Modern, Dependable (DoH 1997) A First Class Service - Quality in the New NHS (DoH 1998) The NHS Plan (DoH 2001) Working Together (DoH 2001) Health Professions Council CPD requirements (HPC 2006) Our Health, Our Care, Our Say (DoH 2006) Musculoskeletal Framework (DoH 2006) Liberating the NHS: Legislative framework and next steps (DoH 2011) Supply2Health (DoH 2011) University and School Teaching, Learning and Assessment Policy (2011/2012) Middlesex University Guide and Regulations (2011/2012) 21. Other information All modules are formally evaluated by both staff and students Boards of studies External examiner appointed to the programme 6

7 Please note programme specifications provide a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information about the programme can be found in the student programme handbook and the University Regulations. 7

8 Curriculum map for MSc Musculoskeletal Medicine This section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all graduates, and maps programme learning outcomes against the modules in which they are assessed. Programme learning outcomes Advanced knowledge and understanding to be able to demonstrate critical Advanced practical skills evaluation of : A1 Functional biomechanics C1 Manual therapy techniques A2 Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems C2 Injection protocols A3 Inter-relationships between personal and professional ideas C3 Research skills A4 Micro and macro-political context within which the practice of musculoskeletal medicine is located C4 Project management skills A5 Implementing a research project C5 Creation of new tenets of practice Advanced cognitive and problem solving skills Advanced key graduate Skills B1 Critical reflection before, on and in the practice of musculoskeletal medicine D1 Communication and leadership within the interprofessional team B2 Integration of theory and practice D2 Multidisciplinary teamwork B3 Critical appraisal of the practice of musculoskeletal medicine within a multidisciplinary context D3 Effective learning B4 Advanced problem solving D4 Information technology D5 D6 Numeracy Personal and career development Programme outcomes A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 Highest level achieved by all graduates

9 Module Title Society of Musculoskeletal Medicine Diploma Course (or equivalent as completed via affiliated associations) Methods of Critical Enquiry in the Study of Healthcare Services Theory and Practice of Injection Therapy Advanced Clinical Practice in Musculoskeletal Medicine Module Code by Level A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 B1 B2 B3 B4 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 N/A - 7 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X SOMM 1-7 X X X X X X X X X SOMM 2-7 X X X X X X X X X X X SOMM 3-7 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Practice Based Proposition Module SOMM 4 7 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Dissertation SOMM 5 7 X X X X X X X X X X X Special Tests in Musculoskeletal Examination SOMM 6-7 X X X X X X X X X X X X X 9