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Programme approval 2006/07 THE PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION 1. Programme title and designation Clinical Dermatology 2. Final award Award Title Credit value MSc 180 Clinical Dermatology ECTS equivalent 90 Any special criteria ECTS equivalent N/A Any special criteria Any special criteria 4 core modules. Students who take and pass the Practical Diagnostic Dermatopathology module will be awarded the MSc Clinical Dermatology (Dermatopathology) 3. Nested award Award Title Credit value N/A N/A N/A 4. Exit award Award Title Credit value PGDip Clinical Dermatology 120 ECTS equivalent 60 PG Dip Health Sciences 120 60 2 core modules taken in 1 year (Theoretical, Clinical). n/a PG Cert Health Sciences 60 30 n/a 5. Level in the qualifications framework N/A M 6. Attendance Full-time Part-time Mode of attendance Yes No Minimum length of programme 1 year Maximum length of programme 2 years* Distance learning No * Excluding approved periods of interruption 7. Awarding institution/body 8. Teaching institution 9. Proposing department 10. Programme organiser and contact details 11. UCAS code (if appropriate) 12. Relevant QAA subject benchmark/ professional and statutory body guidelines King’s College London King’s College London St John’s Institute of Dermatology, Division of Genetics & Molecular Medicine Professor John McGrath [email protected] or Dr Susan Howell Tel 020 7188 6400 [email protected] N/A N/A PAF Originally Approved by QA&AA: 8 June 2007 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2008/9: 19th February 2009 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2009/10: 24 th August 2009 PAF modified by ASQ re: exit awards: 23 April 2010 PAF finalised for 2010/11: February 2011 PAF finalised for 2011/12: 23 August 2011 PAF finalised for 2012/13: 20 September 2012 PAF finalised for 2013/14: 4 December 2013 Programme approval 2006/07 13. Date of production of specification 14. Date of programme review Original 2003/04 Updated for CF - 2006 2018 16. Educational aims of the programme To provide a thorough background knowledge of the full range of diseases that can affect the skin and it’s appendages To become familiar with methods of clinical recording and measurement in dermatology To develop approaches to the management of dermatological disease To enhance understanding of dermatological research To develop a structured approach to critical appraisal of dermatological literature To enhance self directed learning To enable the students to produce a literature based research thesis on a topic relevant to their experience/interest/country of origin 17. Educational objectives of the programme/programme outcomes The programme provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding and skills in the following areas: Knowledge and understanding The programme provides a knowledge and These are achieved through the following understanding of the following: teaching/learning methods and 1. In depth understanding of the structure strategies: and function of the skin and its Knowledge and understanding are appendages and: facilitated through lectures, seminars, tutorials, demonstrations, special study how these alter with manifestations of modules, small group teaching in clinics disease and on wards, private study, and directed what genetic and environmental factors reading. influence manifestations of dermatological disease how skin manifestations can be indicators of other diseases Assessment: the techniques used for clinical Formative assessment involves students dermatological investigation and research completing two essays and the production underpinning developments in of a clinical portfolio. In addition there are dermatology. two mock exam sessions which include 2. Ethical considerations concerning MCQ, short answer, and dermatopathology. treatment and management of patients and how these should be managed. Summative assessment involves written, 3. Approaches to treatment and management clinical (OSCE – Observed Simulated in both in-patient and out-patient settings Clinical Examination), practical 4. The role of allied medical specialties in (dermatopathology), and oral examinations, diagnosis and treatment of dermatological and a research project and its oral disease examination. 5. Critical assessment and discussion of dermatological literature 6. (Dermatopathology pathway only) To understand the value of clinical pathological correlation, the use of PAF Originally Approved by QA&AA: 8 June 2007 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2008/9: 19th February 2009 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2009/10: 24 th August 2009 PAF modified by ASQ re: exit awards: 23 April 2010 PAF finalised for 2010/11: February 2011 PAF finalised for 2011/12: 23 August 2011 PAF finalised for 2012/13: 20 September 2012 PAF finalised for 2013/14: 4 December 2013 Programme approval 2006/07 ancillary studies, so that students can reach a final diagnosis Skills and other attributes These are achieved through the following Intellectual skills: 1. Evaluation of patient needs and available teaching/learning methods and resources and to consider these in the strategies: development of patient management Intellectual skills are developed using strategies. seminars, tutorials, clinics, small group 2. Development of differential diagnoses work, and research project supervision and analysis of test results to formulate treatment and management plans. Assessment: 3. Empathy with the psychological effects of Participation in discussions during tutorials dermatological disorders and teaching clinics, and the production of 4. Critical evaluation of dermatological a research thesis are used formatively to literature. assess intellectual skills. 5. Production of a literature-based thesis, using critical evaluation of research data The research project is assessed to synthesize ideas for recommendations summatively and is also orally examined. and improvements in aspects of management of dermatological disease. Practical skills: 1. Use of good clinical practice when selecting and conducting clinical examinations relevant to dermatology and when taking specimens 2. Appropriate and accurate application of dermatological medicaments and treatments 3. Effective and accurate examination and interpretation of dermatopathology sections and mycological specimens 4. Conducting literature searches 5. (Dermatopathology pathway only) To read skin slides and interpret and report neoplastic and non neo-plastic skin disorders. These are achieved through the following teaching/learning methods and strategies: Practical skills are developed using lectures, seminars, clinics, demonstrations, practical experience, completing questionnaires, tutorials, use of IT equipment and computer programmes. Assessment: In most instances assessment is formative and part of the personal learning experience. 1-2 are assessed during clinics and tutorials. 3 is assessed in practical and demonstration classes. 4 is assessed during the programme by personal learning and production of the research project with supervision. Practical skills are assessed summatively by the use of OSCE and the practical dermatopathology exam. Generic/transferable skills: 1. Critical evaluation of literature/data with minimal guidance 2. Use of IT equipment, computer programmes and other learning resources. 3. Development and evaluation of personal learning strategies. PAF Originally Approved by QA&AA: 8 June 2007 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2008/9: 19th February 2009 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2009/10: 24 th August 2009 PAF modified by ASQ re: exit awards: 23 April 2010 PAF finalised for 2010/11: February 2011 PAF finalised for 2011/12: 23 August 2011 PAF finalised for 2012/13: 20 September 2012 PAF finalised for 2013/14: 4 December 2013 These are achieved through the following teaching/learning methods and strategies: Transferable skills are developed during small group teaching (tutorials, seminars, and clinics) and by personal experience Programme approval 2006/07 4. To work and learn as part of a group 5. To give and receive feedback on learning 6. Development of effective communication and interviewing skills both spoken and written. during dissertation preparation and tutorials. Assessment: Formative assessment of 1-3 takes place informally during tutorials and dissertation preparation, and 4-6 during clinic clerking, tutorials, and by feedback to the module team. These skills are assessed summatively by the clinical oral examination, production of the research project and its oral examination. 18. Statement of how the programme has been informed by the relevant subject benchmark statement(s)/professional and statutory body guidelines N/A 19. Programme structure and award requirements (where relevant the information should also differentiate the particular requirements of pathways within a programme or linked/exit awards) (a) numbers of core, compulsory and optional modules to be taken in each year of the programme MSc: 4 core modules taken in 1 year: Theoretical Dermatology (60 credits); Clinical Dermatology (60 credits); Dermatopathology (15 credits); Research Project (45 credits). Students awarded the MSc Clinical Dermatology (Dermatopathology) will take Practical Diagnostic Dermatopathology (60 credits) (b) range of credit levels permitted within the programme Level 7 only (c) maximum number of credits permitted at the lowest level 180 (d) minimum number of credits required at the highest level 180 (e) progression and award requirements (if different from the standard) Students must pass all four modules with an overall mark of 50% in each in order to be awarded the MSc. Compensation is not permitted between individual modules. Compensation will be permitted within the “Theoretical” and “Clinical” modules provided that the mark of an individual element of assessment does not fall below 45% and the overall module mark is at least 53%. A student failing an element of the “Theoretical” and “Clinical” modules between 45% and 49% who does not obtain 53% overall will have to re-sit that module in its entirety. Students must pass all elements of the Dermatopathology and Research Project modules at 50%. A student failing any element of assessment in any module below 45% must re-sit the entire module to which the assessment belongs. PAF Originally Approved by QA&AA: 8 June 2007 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2008/9: 19th February 2009 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2009/10: 24 th August 2009 PAF modified by ASQ re: exit awards: 23 April 2010 PAF finalised for 2010/11: February 2011 PAF finalised for 2011/12: 23 August 2011 PAF finalised for 2012/13: 20 September 2012 PAF finalised for 2013/14: 4 December 2013 Programme approval 2006/07 The percentage weighting for the calculation of merit and distinction will directly reflect the proportion of credits allocated to each module in relation to the overall credit taken within each programme/award, with classification thresholds set according to the core scheme as set out in the “Credit Framework Regulations” of King’s College London. (f) maximum number of credits permitted with a condoned fail (core modules excluded) N/A all modules are core (g) are students permitted to take a substitute module, as per regulation A3, 20.7? N/A all modules are core (h) other relevant information to explain the programme structure Compulsory components Attendance As attendance at clinics and tutorials is deemed crucial to the development of clinical dermatological skills, students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of clinics and tutorials. Attendance records will be kept, and repeated absence would result in a written warning and failure to attend 75% of tutorials and clinics would prevent examination entry. Students are also required to complete a clinical portfolio as part of the “Clinical” module. Mock examinations There are two formative mock examinations: at the end of December and at the end of the spring term. Unless the Module Leader has granted special dispensation to an individual, failure to attend the examinations would result in disqualification from the final exams. PAF Originally Approved by QA&AA: 8 June 2007 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2008/9: 19th February 2009 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2009/10: 24 th August 2009 PAF modified by ASQ re: exit awards: 23 April 2010 PAF finalised for 2010/11: February 2011 PAF finalised for 2011/12: 23 August 2011 PAF finalised for 2012/13: 20 September 2012 PAF finalised for 2013/14: 4 December 2013 Programme approval 2006/07 Programme Structure See Programme Handbook for modules to be taken. 20. Marking criteria Assessment criteria are in line with marking criteria produced by the School Board of Examiners and agreed by KCL. PAF Originally Approved by QA&AA: 8 June 2007 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2008/9: 19th February 2009 PAF Approved by QA&AA for 2009/10: 24th August 2009 PAF modified by ASQ re: exit awards: 23 April 2010 PAF finalised for 2010/11: February 2011 PAF finalised for 2011/12: 23 August 2011 PAF finalised for 2012/13: 20 September 2012 PAF finalised for 2013/14: 4 December 2013