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Integrated Apprenticeship in MSc Clinical Pharmacology MSc
Key information
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Part time
Duration:
30 months
Application status:
Open
There is a national need for a new apprenticeship in clinical pharmacology that addresses the urgent gap existing in clinical pharmacology, medical and scientific skills in the UK. The broad purpose of this profession is to design, analyse, interpret and report clinical research and clinical trials aimed at understanding what a drug is doing to the body (pharmacodynamics), what happens to a drug in the body (pharmacokinetics), and how it works in terms of treating a particular disease. The expertise of the clinical pharmacologists renders them well-placed to aid in all aspects of medicine management, support the discovery and development of new medicines and improve understanding of existing ones. The Clinical Pharmacology Scientists will form a key component of NIHR Biomedical Research Centres (BRCs), Clinical Research Facilities (CRFs) and other academic groups, with a focus on driving the development and translation of novel therapeutics in an academic setting. At present, there is a lack of formal training for clinical pharmacologist, the training needs/standards as well as the role itself are not clearly defined. This apprenticeship responds to these concerns directly.
Key benefits
- The programme is delivered part-time across 30 months and the modules are delivered as one week courses to allow part-time study
- The programme is aligned to the level 7 Clinical Pharmacology Scientist Framework from the Institute of Apprenticeships and is recognised by the Royal Societies and Regulatory Bodies in the UK
- The programme has been designed in collaboration with the Clinical Pharmacology Scientist Trailblazer group, which included: ABPI, British Pharmacological Society, Pharmaceutical Industry and NHS).
- The capstone module for the award of MSc Clinical Pharmacology Integrated Apprenticeship combines the practical experience gained in the work-place with the knowledge and skills provided by the taught modules, which results in a truly integrated degree
- Successful students will be awarded both an MSc Clinical Pharmacology and an Apprenticeship in Clinical Pharmacology.
The apprenticeship programme has been designed to fulfil the core requirements for the clinical pharmacology scientist, while retaining the flexibility needed to reflect the different work setting for role. The collaborative approach, between employer and academia, to deliver the integrated apprenticeship and Masters degree will ensure access to placements in different settings, support and networking which will equip the apprentice with the required skill and knowledge for the role. The structure of the integrated apprenticeship is designed to allow part-time program participants to effectively engage with taught modules at King’s whilst still working full-time in a clinical pharmacology role. The Apprenticeship in Clinical Pharmacology comprises seven taught 15 credit modules, 60 credit research project, and the assessment of work-based experience through an oral viva and the compilation of an Apprenticeship Portfolio. The students will be taught along side those students studying for MScs in Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Development Science and Medical Affairs which provides a vibrant and truly integrated education experience.
Base campus
Waterloo Campus
Waterloo campus is home of the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery and facilities for other faculties
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Regulating bodies
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
The apprenticeship is open to those employed in a clinical pharmacology role in England.
Successful candidates should have a minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 50% or above in a biomedical science, pharmacy or medicine. Candidates are not required to have had formal training in Clinical Pharmacology at postgraduate level.
Candidates will be required to take 2-3 weeks of study leave per year.
Teaching methods - what to expect
Lectures
Seminars
Group Tutorials
Workshops
Independent study
We will provide you with high-level teaching from experts. We will use a practical project to guide you through a piece of independent research and a work place supervisor to facilitate skill development in the field of clinical pharmacology.
We use lectures, seminars and group tutorials to deliver the taught modules on the course. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study. There are 30 hours of lectures, seminars and workshops per module. Each module requires two to four hours of pre-reading and also exam preparation.
Typically, one credit represents 10 notional hours of learning.
Assessment
- Course Work
- Online Examinations
- Project Work
The primary method of assessment for this course is a combination of coursework and on-line examinations. The MSc course also requires a project based in the area of clinical pharmacology.
Coursework contributes 50% and examinations 50% to your final mark for each taught module
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Structure
Required modules
The modules can be taken in any order across the 30 months of the programme. All of them are compulsory. You are required to take:
Non-clinical and Early Development (15 Credits)
Advanced Clinical Pharmacology (15 credits)
The Safety of Medicines and Pharmacoepidemiology (15 Credits)
Clinical Trials and Biostatistics (15 Credits)
Medicines and the Healthcare Marketplace (15 Credits)
Ethics and Good Practice for Medicines (15 Credits)
The Regulation of Medicines (15 Credits)
Design and Evaluation of Medicines for Human Use (Research Project - 60 credits)
Clinical Pharmacology End Point Assessment (EPA) (20 Credits)
Clinical Pharmacology Scientist Apprenticeship Portfolio (not assessed) (0 Credits)
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Optional modules
There are no optional modules
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Employability
The apprenticeship has been tailored to provide the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be work-place ready across the sector. This typically covers a wide range of public and private Clinical Research Organisations (e.g. NHS, Academia, Health Authorities and Clinical Research Facilities), and Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries.
Tuition Fees
Additional Costs
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
- Books if you choose to buy your own copies
- Clothing for optional course related events and competitions
- Library fees and fines
- Personal photocopies
- Printing course handouts
- Society membership fees
- Stationary
- Graduation costs
- travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
- Accommodation fees
Funding
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
The apprenticeship programme has been designed to fulfil the core requirements for the clinical pharmacology scientist, while retaining the flexibility needed to reflect the different work setting for role. The collaborative approach, between employer and academia, to deliver the integrated apprenticeship and Masters degree will ensure access to placements in different settings, support and networking which will equip the apprentice with the required skill and knowledge for the role. The structure of the integrated apprenticeship is designed to allow part-time program participants to effectively engage with taught modules at King’s whilst still working full-time in a clinical pharmacology role. The Apprenticeship in Clinical Pharmacology comprises seven taught 15 credit modules, 60 credit research project, and the assessment of work-based experience through an oral viva and the compilation of an Apprenticeship Portfolio. The students will be taught along side those students studying for MScs in Clinical Pharmacology, Drug Development Science and Medical Affairs which provides a vibrant and truly integrated education experience.
Base campus
Waterloo Campus
Waterloo campus is home of the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery and facilities for other faculties
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Regulating bodies
King's is regulated by the Office for Students
The apprenticeship is open to those employed in a clinical pharmacology role in England.
Successful candidates should have a minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 50% or above in a biomedical science, pharmacy or medicine. Candidates are not required to have had formal training in Clinical Pharmacology at postgraduate level.
Candidates will be required to take 2-3 weeks of study leave per year.
Teaching methods - what to expect
Lectures
Seminars
Group Tutorials
Workshops
Independent study
We will provide you with high-level teaching from experts. We will use a practical project to guide you through a piece of independent research and a work place supervisor to facilitate skill development in the field of clinical pharmacology.
We use lectures, seminars and group tutorials to deliver the taught modules on the course. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study. There are 30 hours of lectures, seminars and workshops per module. Each module requires two to four hours of pre-reading and also exam preparation.
Typically, one credit represents 10 notional hours of learning.
Assessment
- Course Work
- Online Examinations
- Project Work
The primary method of assessment for this course is a combination of coursework and on-line examinations. The MSc course also requires a project based in the area of clinical pharmacology.
Coursework contributes 50% and examinations 50% to your final mark for each taught module
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
The study time and assessment methods detailed above are typical and give you a good indication of what to expect. However, they are subject to change.
Structure
Required modules
The modules can be taken in any order across the 30 months of the programme. All of them are compulsory. You are required to take:
Non-clinical and Early Development (15 Credits)
Advanced Clinical Pharmacology (15 credits)
The Safety of Medicines and Pharmacoepidemiology (15 Credits)
Clinical Trials and Biostatistics (15 Credits)
Medicines and the Healthcare Marketplace (15 Credits)
Ethics and Good Practice for Medicines (15 Credits)
The Regulation of Medicines (15 Credits)
Design and Evaluation of Medicines for Human Use (Research Project - 60 credits)
Clinical Pharmacology End Point Assessment (EPA) (20 Credits)
Clinical Pharmacology Scientist Apprenticeship Portfolio (not assessed) (0 Credits)
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Optional modules
There are no optional modules
King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.
Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.
Employability
The apprenticeship has been tailored to provide the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be work-place ready across the sector. This typically covers a wide range of public and private Clinical Research Organisations (e.g. NHS, Academia, Health Authorities and Clinical Research Facilities), and Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries.
Tuition Fees
Additional Costs
In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
- Books if you choose to buy your own copies
- Clothing for optional course related events and competitions
- Library fees and fines
- Personal photocopies
- Printing course handouts
- Society membership fees
- Stationary
- Graduation costs
- travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
- Accommodation fees
Funding
To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.
Application closing date guidance
Please note there is no application deadline.
Candidates must arrange an eligibility interview before proceeding with an application. To arrange an interview please email cpmr@kcl.ac.uk. Please include details on how you meet the eligibility criteria listed in the 'entry requirements' tab. Only candidates that meet all the requirements will be invited to submit an application.
Key information
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Part time
Duration:
30 months
Application status:
Open
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