Liverpool John Moores

Question 1

Why Liverpool John Moores University?

Answer 1

Things attracting me to LJMU:
• Use a combination of assessment methods: examinations and coursework (multiple forms of course work e.g. plan for a fictional patient or development of a medicines formulary)
• Professional work placements, including hospitals and community pharmacies + primary care providers which allows clinical skills to develop
• Multiple forms of teaching (e.g. lectures, workshops, practical laboratory, clinical practice, tutorials and seminars)
• In the north so easy access to home (potentially commute)

Question 2

Year 1 Module:

Answer 2

Integrated Foundations of Pharmacy

Year 1 topics include the underpinning sciences (anatomy and physiology, basic principles of pharmacology, cells and biomacromolecules, principles of medicinal chemistry) and a number of patient-focused systems including Blood, the Gastrointestinal system, and the Peripheral Nervous System. The application of knowledge to practice forms a continuous strand through this level of study, both on campus and on placement.

Question 3

Assessments:

Answer 3

• Research skills assessment
• Person-centered care assessment
• Formulary assessment
• 2 End of year examinations
• Pharmacy skills assessment (practicals)
• Law and ethics assessment
• Professional portfolio assessment
• Pharmaceutical calculations assessment

Question 4

Year 2 Module:

Answer 4

Medicines, Patients and the Pharmacist

Year 2 topics build on those from year 1 and include the Central Nervous System, the Cardiovascular system, the Respiratory system, and Infection control. The application of knowledge to practice continues to form a key strand through this level of study, both on campus and on placement.

Question 5

Year 3 Module:

Answer 5

The Complexities of Healthcare

Year 3 topics include Mental Health, Immunology, Endocrine health and disorders, Oncology and a pharmacy-focused Research Project. The ongoing application of knowledge and skills to practice continues to form an ever more important strand through this level of study, both on campus and on placement. In year 3, students develop a greater focus on clinical reasoning and skills needed for independent prescribing.

Question 6

Year 4 Module:

Answer 6

Advancing Person-Centred Healthcare

Year 4 is heavily practice-focused and supports students in integrating the learning and skills from years 1 to 3 to consider the patient as a whole, further developing their skills in providing person-centred care. Students will develop advanced clinical skills, hone their skills in clinical reasoning and professional judgement, and be provided with opportunities to practice their prescribing skills in a safe environment as preparation for the National Foundation Training year.